Dylan Forsberg
Malad City,ID
Summary
Talented professional experienced in welding, metal cutting and soldering. Brings strong attention to safety and quality. Team player with skills to read, understand and implement complex instructions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Combo Welder/ Certified Pipefitter
Associated Brigham Contractors
Brigham City, UT
05.2019 - Current
- Developed jigs for holding parts in place during welding process.
- Fabricated components from raw material in accordance with blueprints and drawings.
- Created templates for use in positioning fabricated parts prior to welding operation.
- Ensured compliance with applicable codes governing structural integrity of welded structures.
- Grinded down excess material from welds to ensure smooth finish surfaces that met required specifications.
- Performed welding operations on various materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum using GMAW process.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while performing job duties.
- Troubleshot problems with welding processes to determine root cause and corrective action needed.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout the shift.
- Provided guidance and instruction to less experienced welders on proper technique and safety procedures.
- Set up welding machines according to job requirements, selecting correct amperage, voltage and wire speed settings.
- Utilized necessary tools and equipment to complete welds such as a welder, torch, grinder and drill press.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all machinery used in the welding department.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy of welds and conformance to specifications.
- Assisted other team members with cutting metal pieces when needed.
- Checked all dimensions of completed welds against specified tolerances using measuring instruments such as calipers or micrometers.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them together with appropriate techniques.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Lead Installer
Prestige Bath Works
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2017 - 12.2018
- Inspected all work prior to completion to ensure quality standards were met.
- Completed punch list items prior to final walkthroughs with clients.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed throughout duration of projects.
- Assisted with demolition activities such as removing drywall, flooring, cabinets, countertops, fixtures and appliances.
- Connected plumbing systems including water lines and waste disposal systems.
- Performed assessments of existing structures and identified necessary repairs or modifications for remodeling projects.
- Installed new kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, trim carpentry, tile floors, walls, backsplashes, countertops and sinks.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding progress updates.
- Maintained a clean work environment by disposing of waste materials properly.
- Provided guidance on product selection based on customer preferences, budget restrictions and overall design goals.
- Adhered strictly to building codes when completing installations.
- Resolved any problems or issues that arose during installation process in an efficient manner.
- Managed inventory levels for supplies and tools used in jobs.
- Maintained cleanliness of the job sites at all times.
- Coordinated deliveries of materials needed for the job site on a timely basis to meet project deadlines.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
Construction Foreman
Awnings And More
North Ogden, UT
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Ensured that all safety protocols were strictly followed at all times throughout the duration of the project.
- Developed effective strategies for dealing with difficult situations such as weather delays or labor shortages.
- Interpreted engineering plans and ensured that they were accurately followed during the building process.
- Ensured that materials used in the construction process conformed to industry standards.
- Supervised personnel on-site providing guidance when needed while monitoring their work performance.
- Scheduled material deliveries ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Monitored construction progress, communicated project updates and identified potential problems or delays.
- Inspected finished projects to guarantee quality control compliance.
- Assessed bids from subcontractors according to cost, timeline and quality criteria.
- Conducted daily site inspections to ensure safety regulations were being adhered to.
- Provided technical guidance and expertise to workers engaged in building activities.
- Ordered necessary tools, equipment, machinery and resources required by workers in order to complete projects successfully.
- Supervised crew to facilitate top quality and achievement of project milestones.
- Performed general construction services for businesses.
- Mitigated risk, coordinating plans and specifications to ensure safety and OSHA compliance.
- Led safety training and daily meetings to update teams and reduce hazards.
- Mentored field personnel in executing tasks to complete projects on time and under budget.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Pipe Foreman
Kellog Brown And Root
Borger, TX
12.2015 - 10.2016
- Ensured all piping systems met industry standards and codes for quality assurance.
- Troubleshot problems that arose during the course of the project and implemented solutions quickly and efficiently.
- Reported any potential safety risks observed while performing inspections or overseeing installations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies while working on-site at client locations.
- Supervised a team of Pipefitters to ensure safety protocols were adhered to.
- Communicated effectively with customers throughout the duration of each project in order to meet their expectations.
- Trained new employees on proper pipefitting techniques in order to ensure safe operations at all times.
- Provided technical guidance when needed during the installation process.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and materials used for each project.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople such as welders, electricians, plumbers when necessary.
- Evaluated blueprints, diagrams, drawings and other specifications to plan layouts for piping systems.
- Reviewed work orders regularly in order to keep track of labor hours spent on each task.
- Maintained strong quality control standards to prevent costly rework.
- Completed site reports, materials requisitions, RFIs, and log books.
- Inspected worksites to detect obstructions and adjust installation plans.
- Enforced safety and client-specific policies procedures on job sites to protect workers and general public.
- Used work orders, verbal directions and technical documentation to coordinate team plans.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Pipefitter
Hammerlund Construction
Pagosa Springs, CO
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Inspect work areas to ensure that they are clean and free from obstructions.
- Keep up-to-date with new technologies related to pipefitting industry.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels or replacing gaskets when necessary.
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Installed piping systems for plumbing.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools .
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
Education
Roy High School
Roy, UT05-2009
Skills
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Welding safety
- Pipe welding
- Blueprint Reading
- Safe equipment operator
- Quality Control
- Pipefitting
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Welding Positions
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Joint Preparation
- Carbon Steel Welding
- Oxy-Fuel Cutting
- Rigging Techniques
- Metal Identification
- Stainless Steel Welding
- Measurements and Calculations
- Continuous Improvement
- Power Tools Operation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- 2016
- NCCER Certified Pipefitter
- NCCER Certified Plus Pipefitter
Timeline
Combo Welder/ Certified Pipefitter
Associated Brigham Contractors
05.2019 - Current
Lead Installer
Prestige Bath Works
08.2017 - 12.2018
Construction Foreman
Awnings And More
11.2016 - 07.2017
Pipe Foreman
Kellog Brown And Root
12.2015 - 10.2016
Pipefitter
Hammerlund Construction
03.2015 - 11.2015
Roy High School