Gavin Padgett
Ladson,SC
Summary
Dedicated Welding Student experienced in welding techniques and equipment maintenance. Contributed to team projects through effective communication and adherence to safety protocols. Focused on supporting operational goals and enhancing team collaboration.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dorchester County Career School Student
Dorchester County Career & Technology Center
Summerville, South Carolina
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with peers on group projects and presentations to enhance learning outcomes.
- Participated in hands-on training using industry-standard tools and equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability during training activities.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques using electrodes in flat, horizontal, and overhead positions.
- Adjusted gas flow and oxygen to create and maintain desired flames for both propane and acetylene torches.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Ignited torches safely while monitoring surroundings to identify hazards and ensure a safe working environment.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
Beta Club Memeber
Fort Dorchester High School Beta Club
North Charleston, South Carolina
10.2024 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with diverse group of club members to achieve specific club goals.
- Oversaw routine responsibilities to maintain smooth club operations.
- Engaged customers in conversation using effective interpersonal skills to enhance their experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School
North Charleston, SC05-2026
Skills
- Welding techniques
- Safety protocols
- Equipment maintenance
- Active learning
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal skills
Certification
10-hour General Industry Safety and Health
Accomplishments
Beta club Inductee
Timeline
Dorchester County Career School Student
Dorchester County Career & Technology Center
08.2025 - Current
Beta Club Memeber
Fort Dorchester High School Beta Club
10.2024 - 02.2026
High School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School