Derrick Long

• Operated welding equipment to fabricate components per specifications.
• Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds.
• Conducted inspections of welds for quality assurance and conformity standards.
• Collaborated with team members to resolve welding-related issues efficiently.
• Maintained safety protocols while performing welding tasks in diverse environments.
• Assisted in developing best practices for optimizing welding processes and techniques.
• Adapted quickly to new tools and technologies to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Trained junior welders on safe operation of equipment and effective welding methods.
• Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
• 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.
• Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
• 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.
• Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
• Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
• Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
• Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
• Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
• Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
• Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
• Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
• Optimized welding supply inventory, preventing project delays by ensuring all necessary materials were on hand.
• Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
• Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
• Improved customer satisfaction by delivering custom welding projects ahead of scheduled deadlines.
• Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
• Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
• Enhanced aesthetic appeal of final products with skilled finishing techniques for smooth and clean welds.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
• Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
• Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues during production, enhancing workflow efficiency.
• Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.

Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.

Fitting,Welding, soldering and brazing,

SMAW,GMAW,GTAW,FCAW,Orbital Welding

• Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate weld specifications.
• Working in environments where safety is extremely important and is expected to be followed.
• Working at extreme heights are expected, and to perform x-ray quality welds while following every safety rule!
• Filling out JSA, AND FILLING OUT PERMITS NEEDED TO PERFORM WORK TASK! Equipment check sheets are expected.
• 3D Models and P&ID using 3Dprograms or other to check for revised Updates (changes,upgrades)!
• Multitasking whining working one fit and welding, While getting ready for next Looking Foreseeable issues or other.
• Utilizing every tool including lasers for layouts etc.machine available to me on the jobs task to finish at a timely manner.
• Equipment operator- LULL, Forktruck,Cranes,(Deck,Overhead,Gantry)
• Utilizing Math skills to configure complex fits, pipe or tanks, structural steel, heavy plate.
• I can go on. I enjoy my work. Not just a welder on the jobs. Everything I need to be at a professional level.