Darren Schmidt
Hayes,VA
Summary
Accomplished welder with extensive experience at Advex, specializing in multiple weld processes. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and quality. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and ensuring all welds exceed industry specifications. Recognized for troubleshooting skills that minimize downtime.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Advex
Hampton, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain high safety and durability standards.
- Maintained clean work area, adhering to safety regulations and minimizing hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and enhance efficiency.
- Troubleshot welding equipment issues, ensuring minimal downtime during operations.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School
Gloucester, VA06-2020
Skills
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment operation
- Horizontal welding
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Wire feed machines
- Welding procedure specification
- Crane operation
- Welding symbols
- Surface preparation
- Hand and power tool operation
- Surface grinding
Additional Information
Company qualified in Gmaw,Gmaw-P,GTAW,FCAW.
Forklift certified only at Advex.
Timeline
Welder
Advex
01.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School