Ernest Hampton
Maumelle,AR
Summary
Skilled Welder with extensive experience in fabrication and welding techniques, including Flux-Cored and Gas Metal Arc Welding, honed at Reed's Metal of Benton and other leading companies. Demonstrated ability to enhance productivity by 30% through efficient processes and strong team coordination. Expert in blueprint reading and equipment operation, showcasing a commitment to quality and safety standards. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Reed's Metal of Benton
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder
Virco
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Fabrication Welder
Central Moloney
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
Maintenance Supervisor
Hotel Franchise of Houston
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
Welder
Contracted
09.2005 - 12.2016
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Education
Welding
Gary Welding School
San Antonio, TX05.1988
High School Diploma -
Crossett Senior High
Crossett, AR05.1986
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and Fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Steel Fabrication
- Flat Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Horizontal Welding
- MIG welding professional
Timeline
Welder
Reed's Metal of Benton
08.2021 - 05.2022
Welder
Virco
05.2021 - 08.2021
Fabrication Welder
Central Moloney
02.2019 - 05.2021
Maintenance Supervisor
Hotel Franchise of Houston
01.2017 - 01.2019
Welder
Contracted
09.2005 - 12.2016
Welding
Gary Welding School
High School Diploma -
Crossett Senior High
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