Grant Woodard
Medina,TN
Summary
Adept Journeyman Welder with a track record of excellence in structural and pipe welding, demonstrated during tenure at Dixie Steel Erectors. Skilled in utilizing power tools and portable grinders, with a strong foundation in teamwork and communication. Proven ability to deliver projects that meet stringent specifications, enhancing operational efficiency and safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Welder
Dixie Steel Erectors
03.2024 - Current
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship consistently while adhering to strict specifications for each project assigned.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Service Technician
Johns Repairs
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
- Built and welded batting cages at the city park using MIG and stick welding.
- Repaired cattle fences by welding.
- Land development operating trackhoes and backhoes.
- Plumbing and sewer repair.
Pipe Layer
Bosco Contractors Services
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
General Warehouse Associate
Forty West Designs
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homelife Academy
Jackson, TN05.2021
Skills
- Teamwork and Communication
- Layout and Fitting
- Pipe welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Structural welding
- Stick Welding
- Power Tools
- MIG welding
Certification
SMAW
3G Vertical Uphill
4G Overhead
AWS D1.1-20
B-O2A
ATSM-A36
3/8" PLate
FIller Metal
A5.1 E7018
1/8"Horbart XLM
Timeline
Journeyman Welder
Dixie Steel Erectors
03.2024 - Current
Service Technician
Johns Repairs
11.2023 - 03.2024
Pipe Layer
Bosco Contractors Services
04.2023 - 09.2023
General Warehouse Associate
Forty West Designs
11.2020 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Homelife Academy
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