David Adams
Sapulpa,OK
Summary
Adept at overseeing and executing structural welding projects, my tenure at Wedlake Industries honed my expertise in flux core welding and quality assurance, alongside enhancing team collaboration. Leveraging skills in blueprint reading and effective problem-solving, I consistently ensured project completion to the highest standards, contributing to a 20% efficiency improvement in welding operations. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Welder
Wedlake Industries
Catoosa, OK
03.2024 - Current
- Installed and welded steel beams, columns, girders, and other structural elements.
- Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
- Determined the proper amperage, voltage settings, and filler metals needed for each job.
- Followed established procedures regarding pre-heating temperatures before starting a weld.
- Replaced worn out electrodes on arc welders regularly for improved efficiency.
- Read technical documents such as blueprints and schematics accurately when necessary.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Applied shielding gases to prevent oxidation during the welding process.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes before finalizing the project.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Inserted additional sealing, wiring and insulating materials based on job-specific requirements.
- Cleaned surfaces of metals prior to welding them together using wire brushes or grinders.
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
- Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
- Performed welding on steel components for bridge construction projects.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Tested different types of welding equipment to ensure optimal performance levels.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Utilized specialized tools such as clamps, vises, tongs, when required during a project.
- Calibrated gauges to measure the correct amount of heat during welding operations.
- Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces prior to welding them together.
- Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
- Developed customized jigs and fixtures for specific tasks as required by the job at hand.
- Maintained a clean work area by removing scraps of metal and other debris from job sites.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing welding duties.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum, and steel.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Structural Welder
Quality Machine & Welding
Sapulpa, OK
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Installed and welded steel beams, columns, girders, and other structural elements.
- Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
- Determined the proper amperage, voltage settings, and filler metals needed for each job.
- Followed established procedures regarding pre-heating temperatures before starting a weld.
- Replaced worn out electrodes on arc welders regularly for improved efficiency.
- Read technical documents such as blueprints and schematics accurately when necessary.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Applied shielding gases to prevent oxidation during the welding process.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes before finalizing the project.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Inserted additional sealing, wiring and insulating materials based on job-specific requirements.
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
- Cleaned surfaces of metals prior to welding them together using wire brushes or grinders.
- Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
- Performed welding on steel components for bridge construction projects.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Tested different types of welding equipment to ensure optimal performance levels.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Utilized specialized tools such as clamps, vises, tongs, when required during a project.
- Calibrated gauges to measure the correct amount of heat during welding operations.
- Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Fabricated metal components according to blueprints and drawings.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces prior to welding them together.
- Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
- Developed customized jigs and fixtures for specific tasks as required by the job at hand.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Maintained a clean work area by removing scraps of metal and other debris from job sites.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing welding duties.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum, and steel.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Education
GED -
Prue
Prue, OK04-2022
Skills
- Grinding work
- Overhead welding
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Flux core welding
- Shaping and cutting
- Quality controls
- Plasma cutting
- Horizontal welding
- Structural repair
- Grinding techniques
- Welding safety
- Fire prevention
- Beam welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Blueprint reading
- Plate welding
- Cutting techniques
- Welding symbols
- Joint preparation
- Error correction
- Parts alignment
- Vertical welding
- Beam installation
- Post-weld heat treatment
- Weld defects identification
- Quality assurance
- Welding positions
- Welding standards
- Confined space welding
- Preheating procedures
- Weld distortion control
- Worker training
- Gas metal arc welding
- Welding procedure specifications
- Finishing work
- Welder qualification test
- Personal protective equipment
- Blueprint interpretation
- Structural assembly
Timeline
Structural Welder
Wedlake Industries
03.2024 - Current
Structural Welder
Quality Machine & Welding
04.2023 - 03.2024
GED -
Prue
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