David Ennis
SCHINDLER ELEVATOR
Commerce,GA
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
Experienced mechanical and welding professional with 20+ years of experience in welding, fabrication, mechanical equipment, elevator construction, technical instruction, and welding inspection. Hands-on experience with elevator installation, hoisting and rigging, hoist way layout, rail and bracket installation, cab assembly, wiring, and jobsite safety. Extensive expertise in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW welding processes, blueprint reading, metal fabrication, machining, cutting, and shop equipment. AWS Certified Welding Inspector with extensive experience training and evaluating welders. Strong background in technical education, workforce development, safety, and hands-on instruction.
Work History
Temporary Mechanic New Construction
3 Years 1 Month- Prepare, stage, and distribute materials required for new elevator installations.
- Complete jobsite documentation, including Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), hoisting and rigging documentation, and pit classification forms.
- Install and manage hoisting and rigging equipment, including rope blocks, Tirak systems, and safety lines.
- Survey hoistways, lay out elevator pits, and install elevator brackets and rails.
- Prepare and install safety planks, platforms, and elevator cabs.
- Perform cartop and hoistway wiring and assist with elevator cab buildup.
- Work safely in demanding construction environments while following established jobsite procedures and safety requirements.
- Completed NEIEP mental health awareness certification and Train-the-Trainer courses.
- Serve as a NEIEP Certified Welding Instructor, training students in SMAW 3G and 4G welding positions.
Welding Instructor
5 Years 6 Months- Provided hands-on and classroom instruction in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW welding processes.
- Trained students in welding mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum in multiple positions.
- Developed curriculum and online instructional materials using Blackboard LMS while meeting state standards.
- Developed laboratory exercises supporting classroom instruction and industry requirements.
- Developed instructional strategies supporting visual, auditory, and hands-on learners.
- Developed and delivered training in robotic welding and CNC plasma cutting.
- Built relationships with local employers to support workforce development and industry partnerships.
- Recruited, advised, and retained students within the Welding and Joining Technology program.
Welding Instructor
2 Years 11 Months- Developed and delivered technical welding curriculum, lesson plans, presentations, assessments, and hands-on laboratory activities.
- Trained students in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, FCAW, oxy-fuel cutting, and plasma cutting.
- Provided welding safety instruction based on ANSI Z49.1 and Lincoln Electric safety standards.
- Conducted hands-on demonstrations and laboratory training.
- Maintained student attendance and training records.
Career & Workforce Development
1 Year 5 Months- Managed a $750,000 Mobile Careers in Welding Exhibit traveling throughout the United States.
- Trained volunteers on the Lincoln Electric VRTEX 360 welding simulator.
- Educated visitors and industry professionals regarding AWS certification programs and scholarship opportunities.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and activities with event locations and site contacts.
- Maintained attendance metrics and welding activity records at nationwide events.
Welding Instructor
6 Years 2 Months- Delivered classroom and hands-on training in SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, print reading, oxy-fuel cutting, and plasma cutting.
- Managed class schedules, student records, and student advisement.
- Managed material budgets and procurement of welding equipment and consumables.
- Provided hands-on training in welding and fabrication techniques.
Fabricator/Welder
1 Year 2 Months- Fabricated products from blueprints, fabrication drawings, and hand sketches.
- Performed GMAW, GTAW, and SMAW welding on stainless steel, aluminum, galvanized, and mild steel.
- Operated oxy-acetylene torches, track torches, plasma cutters, shears, punch presses, band saws, belt sanders, grinders, drills, mills, and lathes.
- Operated press brakes and sheet-metal rollers.
- Performed general fabrication, fitting, machining, cutting, and finishing operations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science
Welding Diploma
Skills
Elevator Construction & Installation
Mechanical Assembly & Installation
Hoisting
Rigging & Jobsite Safety
Welding & Weld Inspection
SMAW | GMAW | GTAW | FCAW
Oxy-Fuel & Plasma Cutting
Blueprint & Fabrication Drawing Reading
Manual Mills & Lathes
Press Brakes & Sheet Metal Equipment
Punch Presses & Band Saws
Grinders
Drills & Fabrication Tools
Mild Steel | Stainless Steel | Aluminum
CNC Plasma Cutting
Robotic Welding
Technical Training & Curriculum Development
OSHA/ANSI Welding Safety Practices
Affiliations
- American Welding Society — Atlanta Section: Chair, 2010–2014
- AWS WorldSkills Technical Welding Committee: Committee Member
Certification
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) — No. 10040391 | Expires 04/2028
- AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE) — No. 0812016E | Expired 12/2024
- NEIEP Certified Welding Instructor
- NEIEP SMAW 3G — 3/8" Plate
- NEIEP SMAW 4G — 3/8" Plate
- GMAW-P ER70S-6 — 3G & 4G, 1" Mild Steel, AWS D1.1
- SMAW 6010/7018 — 3G Open Root, 1" Mild Steel, AWS D1.1
- SMAW 7018 — 3G & 4G, 1" Mild Steel, AWS D1.1
- FCAW-S E81T8-G — 3G, 1" Mild Steel, AWS D1.1
- GTAW — 3F Aluminum 6061, Stainless 304 & Mild Steel A36
- ASME Section IX — 2" SCH 80 GTAW Root / SMAW
- ASME Section IX — 6" SCH 80 6010 Root / 7018
Timeline
Temporary Mechanic New Construction
SCHINDLER ELEVATOR
07.2023 - CurrentRead More
Welding Instructor
LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
01.2018 - 07.2023Read More
Welding Instructor
LINCOLN ELECTRIC
01.2015 - 12.2017Read More
Career & Workforce Development
AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY
07.2013 - 12.2014Read More
Welding Instructor
LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
04.2007 - 06.2013Read More
Fabricator/Welder
ACTION METAL FABRICATORS
04.2006 - 06.2007Read More
Gwinnett Technical College
Welding Diploma
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Lanier Technical College
Associate of Applied Science
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