Elijah Hengst
Tremont,IL
Summary
Dedicated welder with extensive experience at Caterpillar, skilled in Mig welding. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and uphold safety standards, resulting in a significant reduction in workplace accidents. Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills ensure high-quality fabrication and customer satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Caterpillar
Peoria, IL
11.2022 - 04.2026
- Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure precise assembly of parts.
- Conducted quality inspections on completed welds for structural integrity.
- Maintained equipment and tools to optimize performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and productivity.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- 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.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tremont High School
Tremont, IL05-2022
Welding Classes
ICC
Pekin, IL05-2022
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Vertical welding
- Steel fabrication
- Gas metal arc welding
- Horizontal welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Wire feed machines
- Crane operation
- Overhead welding
- MIG welding
- Power tools
Certification
Welding Certificate
Timeline
Welder
Caterpillar
11.2022 - 04.2026
High School Diploma -
Tremont High School
Welding Classes
ICC