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Daniel Tucker Jr

Searcy,Arkansas

Summary

Experienced Welder and Former U.S. Navy Service Member with over 7 years of hands-on welding and fabrication expertise, including specialized training and certifications in SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW across various materials and positions. AWS D1.1 and AWS D1.2 certified. Proven ability to operate advanced equipment, including CNC machines, plasma cutters, and acetylene torches. Inactive Secret Security Clearance (Eligible for reactivation).

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Work History

Welder Quality Control (Tesla Parts)

Kloeckner Metals
Dallas, TX
03 2025 - Current
  • Inspected carbon steel, cast iron, and aluminum parts welded using GMAW for various Tesla projects.
  • Fabricated prototype components based on blueprints provided by Tesla engineers.
  • Welded GMAW, SMAW, GTAW, FCAW and operated various tools, including grinders, plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches, and precision measuring instruments.

Boilermaker

Local 83 Boilermaker
Kansas City, Missouri
10 2024 - 03 2025
  • Engaged in boiler fabrication and welding (SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW).
  • Experienced in high-precision welding and metal fabrication for large industrial projects.
  • Worked with a team to assemble and weld boilers using various welding techniques and equipment, ensuring structural integrity and safety standards were met.
  • Operated specialized welding tools and equipment for boiler fabrication, including plasma cutters and CNC machines.

Steelworker (Seabee)

United States Navy, USN
Great Lakes, Illinois
02 2021 - 09 2023
  • Led teams in welding, fabrication, and construction of steel structures reaching heights of 80 feet, ensuring quality control, safety, and mission readiness in demanding environments.

Education

Welding Certification -

Arlington ISD Dan Dilpert Career Technical Center
Arlington, TX
06.2020

High School Diploma -

James Martin High School
Arlington, TX
06.2020

Skills

  • GMAW (MIG)
  • GTAW (TIG)
  • SMAW (Stick)
  • FCAW (Flux-Core)
  • Fabrication & Blueprint Reading
  • Inspection & Quality Assurance
  • Leadership & Mentorship
  • Problem-Solving

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Certification

  • OSHA-10 Certification
  • SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW Certification
  • AWS D1.1 + AWS D1.2 Certification

Timeline

Welder Quality Control (Tesla Parts)

Kloeckner Metals
03 2025 - Current

Boilermaker

Local 83 Boilermaker
10 2024 - 03 2025

Steelworker (Seabee)

United States Navy, USN
02 2021 - 09 2023

Welding Certification -

Arlington ISD Dan Dilpert Career Technical Center

High School Diploma -

James Martin High School

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