Ethan Goff
Clarksville,TN
Summary
My name is Ethan Goff, and I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance at Western Governors University. Detail-oriented arc welder with strong proficiency in welding techniques, equipment maintenance, and quality inspection. Experienced Work Leader skilled in training teams on safety protocols and quality control processes. Known for fostering effective communication and collaboration across departments to drive project efficiency and meet production standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Arc Welder
Trane Technologies
clarksville, Tennessee
03.2023 - Current
- Operated welding equipment to join metal parts securely.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by cleaning and grinding materials.
- Assisted in assembling metal structures according to specifications.
- Monitored welding processes for quality and consistency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Learned proper techniques for different types of welding processes.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety regulations and procedures.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications.
- Troubleshot problems encountered during the course of the job.
- Set up welding machines and equipment for each job.
- Provided technical support and advice regarding best practices in welding operations.
- Checked blueprints or drawings to determine correct dimensions of finished product before beginning a job.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions using appropriate techniques.
- Adjusted the settings on the power source according to type of material being welded.
- Utilized various welding techniques such as oxy-fuel cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux-cored arc welding.
- Loaded materials onto jigs or fixtures in preparation for welding process.
- Applied protective coatings such as paint over welds when necessary.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as changing consumable parts and cleaning nozzles.
- Maintained accurate records of all welding activities including number of pieces welded and time taken for each piece.
- Calibrated and tested equipment regularly to maintain accuracy levels in production processes.
- Used a variety of hand tools such as grinders and files for finishing jobs.
- Operated arc welder to cut, join, or repair metal components of products such as steel structures, tanks, pressure vessels, and other items.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry, and welding techniques.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
Work Leader
Trane Technologies
Clarksville, TN
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and best practices.
- Monitored quality control processes for production standards.
- Led team in daily operations and workflow management.
- Facilitated communication between departments to resolve issues swiftly.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed training materials for ongoing employee development initiatives.
- Assisted with the development of new processes and procedures to improve efficiency.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure seamless workflow between teams.
- Analyzed reports to identify areas of improvement and implemented solutions accordingly.
- Provided guidance to team members in completing assigned tasks.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies used in production activities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by encouraging collaboration among team members.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop cross-functional strategies for achieving organizational objectives.
- Monitored workflow and ensured deadlines were met for all projects.
Education
Goff Academy
Fort Leonard Wood, MO05-2020
Currently In School, Bachelors Of Cybersecurity - Computer Science
WGU
Millcreek, UTSkills
- Welding techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Metallurgy knowledge
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Troubleshooting skills
- Welding basics
- Concrete pouring
- HVAC maintenance
- Power tool operation
- Painting proficiency
- Drywall installation
- Siding repair
- Quality assurance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal fabrication
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Arc Welder
Trane Technologies
03.2023 - Current
Work Leader
Trane Technologies
01.2022 - 03.2023
Goff Academy
Currently In School, Bachelors Of Cybersecurity - Computer Science
WGU