Gavan Davis
Marion,OH
Summary
Dedicated welder with hands-on expertise in a variety of welding methods. Known for strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to equipment maintenance. Ready to enhance production quality and uphold safety standards.
Certifications:
AWS D1.1 FCAW 1" A36 3G Groove Weld
AWS D1.1 DMAW 3/8" A36 3G Groove Weld
AWS D1.1 SMAW 1" A36 3G Groove Weld
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Laborer/Field Technician
Mid-State Industrial Services, Inc.
Marion, OH
03.2026 - Current
- Operated hand tools and machinery for various construction tasks.
- Assisted in site preparation and cleanup before and after projects.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for efficient workflow support.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on schedule.
- Reported issues to supervisors for prompt resolution and service continuity.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Operated specialized tools and equipment for service tasks.
Assembly Weld Technician
Forge Fire & Company
Bucyrus, Ohio
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components effectively.
- Monitored welding quality to ensure compliance with standards.
- Repaired damaged parts by cutting out the defective area and replacing it with new material.
- Prepared materials for welding by organizing and arranging components.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Collaborated with team members on production tasks and projects.
- Documented work completed and reported issues to supervisors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tri-Rivers Career Center
Marion, OHSkills
- Welding-Preform shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), and flux cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Welding techniques
- Cutting operate OFC-Oxy-fuel cutting, operate plasma arc cutting (PAC)
- General Shop and Equipment Safety-Safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment including ironworker, use and maintain personal protective equipment, safely handle compressed gases, operate hand tools such as grinder and drill
- Equipment maintenance
- Basic Welder Maintenance-Change out wire, change out diffuser
- Quality assurance
- Technology and Business-Manage and communicate information using the internet and Google Docs, demonstrate leadership, communication, and organizational skills, exhibit professional attitude, behavior, and work habits
Timeline
Laborer/Field Technician
Mid-State Industrial Services, Inc.
03.2026 - Current
Assembly Weld Technician
Forge Fire & Company
06.2025 - 01.2026
High School Diploma -
Tri-Rivers Career Center