Elliott Abell
Beaverton,OR
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipe Welder
NW Pipe Company
Portland, OR
10.2020 - Current
- Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Inspected finished welds for accuracy and quality assurance standards.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces of metal components prior to welding.
- Maintained a clean work area by removing debris and cleaning up spilled materials.
- Repaired or replaced broken or worn parts using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Tested assembled products to ensure proper operation and adherence to safety regulations.
- Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches .
- Maintained knowledge of the latest developments in the field of welding technology through research and training courses.
- Determined optimal positioning of components prior to commencement of welding operations.
- Assisted other team members with troubleshooting any problems encountered during production runs.
- Provided guidance to junior welders regarding best practices when performing tasks.
- Avoided errors by carefully reading blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Conducted regular safety meetings, orientations and training sessions for employees.
- Performed daily workplace inspections to identify potential hazards and corrective action plans.
- Analyzed data from safety audits and investigations to identify trends in unsafe conditions or behaviors.
- Trained new and current employees on ways to reduce incidents and eliminate hazards.
- Provided guidance on safe work practices including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment.
- Ensured that all workers are trained in proper lockout and tagout procedures prior to working on energized equipment.
- Ensured that all equipment is properly inspected and maintained as per established standards.
- Conducted safety audits on a regular basis to assess compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with management teams in identifying areas where additional safety training may be needed.
- Evaluated existing safety programs and policies and made recommendations for improvement.
Demolition Specialist
Lane Company
Portland, OR
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Removed hazardous materials from demolition sites in accordance with safety protocols.
- Dismantled walls, floors, ceilings, roofs and other structural components using hand tools or power tools.
- Set up scaffolding, hoists, and other temporary structures for demolition purposes.
- Separated salvaged building materials from debris according to the client's specifications.
- Loaded debris onto trucks for disposal or transport off-site for recycling purposes.
- Erected barriers around work areas in order to protect passersby from flying debris during demolition activities.
- Controlled dust levels at worksites by spraying water over surfaces prior to demolition.
- Monitored air quality throughout the duration of a project in order to ensure safe working conditions.
- Adhered strictly to company policies when disposing of hazardous materials safely off-site.
- Identified safety hazards and risk to employees and corrected deficiencies before major problems occurred.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
United States Marine Corps
United States Government
San Diego, CA
09.2012 - 05.2016
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Inspected and maintained vehicles to ensure they were safe for operation.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo according to established procedures.
- Maintained detailed records of daily vehicle mileage, maintenance issues, and fuel consumption levels.
- Performed routine maintenance, such as changing oil and checking fluids levels, on all vehicles.
- Inspected vehicle engines to diagnose issues accurately.
- Maintained accurate records of all services performed on vehicles.
- Kept a clean workspace while adhering to safety protocols.
- Disposed of hazardous materials according to local regulations.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts, such as brakes and spark plugs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology
Portland Community College
Portland, ORSkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
- Relationship Building
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Task Prioritization
- Blueprint Reading
- Time management abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Osha 10. safety corse
- flux core arc welding cert, 3G and 4G
- commercial drivers license
Languages
Russian
Limited
Timeline
Pipe Welder
NW Pipe Company
10.2020 - Current
Demolition Specialist
Lane Company
11.2018 - 01.2019
United States Marine Corps
United States Government
09.2012 - 05.2016
- Osha 10. safety corse
- flux core arc welding cert, 3G and 4G
- commercial drivers license
Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology
Portland Community College
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