Donald Andrew Neal
Lafayette,GA
Summary
Accomplished Welding Fabricator with a proven track record at Lucey Boiler, mastering MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques. Known for exceptional craftsmanship and precision in fast-paced environments, I excel in blueprint interpretation and welding inspection, ensuring projects exceed quality standards. Collaborative and safety-conscious, I enhance team efficiency and project outcomes.
Welding professional with extensive hands-on experience in custom fabrication and detailed metalwork. Proven ability to deliver high-quality results while fostering collaborative team environment. Recognized for adaptability and strong problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless project execution.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Interstate Machinery
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop custom solutions for unique structural challenges.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
ASME Code Welder
Lucey Boiler
06.1984 - 11.2023
- 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.
- 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.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lafayette GASkills
- Torch cutting
- Grinding and finishing
- Pipe welding
- Aluminum welding, MIG welding, Stainless steel welding
- Overhead crane operation
- Welding procedure verification
- Welding positioning
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Welding symbols interpretation
- Welding inspection
- Fabrication
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Certification
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (OSHA HAZWOPER)- OSHA Training Institute Education Centers or authorized providers.
- ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Certifications- The American Society of Mechanical Engineers for those fabricating or repairing boilers and pressure vessels.
- AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Certification – American Welding Society for those working specifically with structural steel.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification - OSHA Training Institute Education Centers or authorized providers.
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
Interstate Machinery
02.2024 - 02.2025
ASME Code Welder
Lucey Boiler
06.1984 - 11.2023
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
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