David McGrew

• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
• Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
• Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
• Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
• 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.
• Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
• 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.
• Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
• Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
• Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
• Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
• Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
• Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
• Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
• Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
• Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.

Did welding and layout work

• Followed safety protocols and regulations when performing roustabout duties, reducing risks and hazards.
• Ensured safe working conditions by adhering to safety guidelines and protocols consistently.
• Assisted roughnecks with tasks and supplied with equipment.
• Operated various heavy machinery, including forklifts and cranes, for smooth rig operations.