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Dylan Patterson

Rocky Mount,NC

Summary

Resourceful Field Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in team leadership, project management, and safety compliance which ensures projects are delivered on time without compromising quality. Adaptable communicator and problem-solver, excelling in fast-paced environments. Utilizes strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Foreman

Metal Workx & Designs
Rocky Mount, North Carolina
12.2024 - Current
  • Maintained records of all employee hours worked for payroll purposes.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff members to review progress on projects and provide feedback.
  • Monitored progress of work against established timelines and budget requirements.
  • Performed scheduled maintenance checks on tools and equipment used on job sites.
  • Assisted in the development of short-term goals necessary for successful completion of long-term objectives.
  • Provided guidance and support for crews when needed during difficult tasks or problems encountered on-site.
  • Reported any potential risks or hazards to management immediately.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Organized the delivery of materials, tools, and equipment to each job site.
  • Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss upcoming tasks, evaluate current progress, and provide feedback.
  • Ensured that all crew members followed safety regulations set by OSHA at all times.
  • Provided technical assistance as needed with regards to construction techniques or problem solving issues related to field operations.
  • Developed strategies for completing projects within allocated budgets.
  • Updated supervisors regarding status of projects on a weekly basis.
  • Ensured job sites were kept clean and organized throughout the day.
  • Inspected job sites to ensure safety compliance and proper installation of materials.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
  • Developed solutions to project risks and issues, meeting quality and timeline goals and objectives.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.

Shop Worker

Strickland Bros Enterprises
Spring Hope, NC
09.2019 - Current
  • 10 years of experience in MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
  • Operate plasma table to cut out parts needed for jobs.
  • Program drawings into the computer, change out dies needed to correspond with the parts being broken, operate brake press.
  • Program welding procedures on Lincoln Cobot robotic welder.
  • Read blueprints and fabricate equipment.
  • Perform cuts on the saw when needed to complete material cut list for a job.
  • Unload/load trucks that arrive at the workplace.
  • Cut different-sized materials needed for jobs on the shear.
  • Use the drill press.
  • Sheet metal roller.

Welder

South East Fabricators
Rocky Mount, NC
08.2012 - 08.2019
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with heavy equipment systems.
  • Repaired and maintained equipment in good working order.
  • Conducted regular inspections of forklifts to identify potential issues before they become major problems.
  • Supervised a team of 10 workers to complete daily tasks efficiently and on-time.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to complete projects in an efficient manner.
  • Maintained records of all employee hours worked for payroll purposes.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
  • Developed strategies for completing projects within allocated budgets.
  • Provided guidance and support for crews when needed during difficult tasks or problems encountered on-site.
  • Identified cost saving opportunities through improved processes or methods.

Pipefitter/Plumber/Welder

Gamewell Mechanical
Wilson, NC
08.2012 - 08.2014
  • Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Assemble and secure pipes by welding joints or using cement or solder.
  • Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
  • Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
  • Fabricate parts out of metal sheeting when required.
  • Maintain records of all work performed including materials used and time taken.
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations while performing assigned tasks.
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
  • Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
  • Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
  • Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
  • Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
  • Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.

Store Manager

Ho-B Max
Rocky Mount, NC
06.2011 - 07.2012
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.

Education

High School Diploma -

Southern Nash High School
Bailey, NC
06-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

North Carolina Wesleyan College
Rocky Mount, NC

Skills

  • Welding skills
  • Product Knowledge
  • Relationship Building
  • Power Tools
  • Records Management
  • Equipment Preparation
  • Inventory Management
  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Equipment Operation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Torch cutting
  • Stick Welding
  • Structural welding
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Brake Press Operation
  • Hand-forming workpieces
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication
  • Welding safety
  • Project management
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Employee training
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Customer relations
  • Documentation management
  • Site inspections
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Project planning
  • Job planning
  • Team mentoring

Timeline

Field Foreman

Metal Workx & Designs
12.2024 - Current

Shop Worker

Strickland Bros Enterprises
09.2019 - Current

Welder

South East Fabricators
08.2012 - 08.2019

Pipefitter/Plumber/Welder

Gamewell Mechanical
08.2012 - 08.2014

Store Manager

Ho-B Max
06.2011 - 07.2012

High School Diploma -

Southern Nash High School

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

North Carolina Wesleyan College

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