Eric McGraw

Calculate number of pumps and other required material to facilitate the removal of waste water generated by mining, agricultural, and land fill services. Specialist was responsible for surveying the worksite for volume of water, area of occupied waste water and generate a bid for removal of waste water using forced evaporation techniques. Specialist was also responsible for the assembly, installation, optional monitoring and maintenance of equipment.

• Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
• Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
• Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
• Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
• Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
• Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
• Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
• Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
• Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
• Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.

• Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
• Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
• Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
• Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
• Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
• Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
• Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
• Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
• Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
• Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
• Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
• Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
• Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
• Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
• Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.

• Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
• Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
• Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
• Assessed [Type] project plans, spoke with clients, or designers and visited job site to better understand project scope and client desires.
• Analyzed building plans and prepared bids to deliver timely, cost-effective project completion.
• Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
• Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaborated with architects and subcontractors to devise cost-effective construction solutions.
• Developed construction plans, schedules and budgets to achieve stakeholder objectives.