Gregory Washington
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Gas Metal Arc Welding Technician with extensive expertise in high-volume environments, specializing in Shielded Metal Arc Welding and various welding processes. Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret blueprints, significantly enhancing project execution and outcomes. A steadfast commitment to safety standards has consistently improved team productivity and efficiency. Seeking to leverage technical skills and leadership capabilities for ongoing professional development.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaping Technician
Manchester Correctional Facility
Manchester, KY
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Executed landscaping and maintenance tasks on property grounds using hand and power tools.
- Operated hand tools including shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge trimmers, and brush trimmers.
- Seeded lawns and added fertilizer to enhance growth.
Welder
GMT
Waverly, IA
06.2014 - 12.2014
- Assembled parts for construction cranes.
- Performed welding in various positions including flat, vertical, and overhead.
- Installed fixtures to integrate components.
- Executed precision welding tasks utilizing 5.0 wire.
Truck Driving & Transportation Driver
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
01.2013 - 04.2013
- Coordinated pre-trip assessments before departure.
- Operated tractor-trailer combinations adhering to commercial driving regulations.
- Secured cargo using chains and binders to ensure safe transport.
Welder
Wayne Engineering
Cedar Falls, IA
04.2012 - 10.2012
- Assembled garbage trucks.
- Aided in the assembly of arms for front loader garbage trucks.
- Positioned workpieces and clamps to align components for jigs and fixture assembly.
- Assessed detailed blueprints and layouts before commencing welding tasks.
- Performed welding tasks across flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
Apprentice Welder
International Boiler Makers Local 26
Savannah, GA
02.2009 - 02.2011
- Constructed, assembled, maintained, and repaired stationary steam boilers.
- Executed precision metal cutting using oxyfuel acetylene.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisor when performing complex welds.
- Performed SMAW welding operations efficiently.
Welder
Jet Company
Humboldt, IA
12.2006 - 03.2007
- Assembled grain trailers using welding techniques for front, rear, and interior slopes.
- Attached hopper beneath slopes and installed suspension.
- Utilized ladders for elevation work on structural disassembly.
Welder
O'Neal Steel
Waterloo, IA
04.2004 - 08.2005
- Situated, aligned, and fastened components for assembly per specifications.
- Assembled cab mounts, frames, and boom components using various welding techniques.
- Utilized gas metal arc process for welding operations.
- Managed crane operations to move items.
Education
United States Department Of Labor - Landscaping Technician
University Of Kentucky
Manchester, KY11-2019
Certificate - Electrician
University Of Kentucky
Manchester, KY10-2019
Certificate - Carpentry
University of Kentucky
Manchester KY04-2019
Certificate - Welding Technology
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA06-2014
Class A Commercial Drivers License - Commercial Driver License
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA04-2013
Pipe And Plate Welding Certification - Welding Technology
Center Of Industrial Technology
Atlanta, GA11-2008
Certificate - Welding Technology
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA03-2003
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Skilled in shielded metal arc welding
- Welding Safety Practices
- Skilled in Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Supportive Team Participant
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Blueprint reading
- Efficient Learner
Timeline
Landscaping Technician
Manchester Correctional Facility
11.2018 - 11.2019
Welder
GMT
06.2014 - 12.2014
Truck Driving & Transportation Driver
Hawkeye Community College
01.2013 - 04.2013
Welder
Wayne Engineering
04.2012 - 10.2012
Apprentice Welder
International Boiler Makers Local 26
02.2009 - 02.2011
Welder
Jet Company
12.2006 - 03.2007
Welder
O'Neal Steel
04.2004 - 08.2005
United States Department Of Labor - Landscaping Technician
University Of Kentucky
Certificate - Electrician
University Of Kentucky
Certificate - Carpentry
University of Kentucky
Certificate - Welding Technology
Hawkeye Community College
Class A Commercial Drivers License - Commercial Driver License
Hawkeye Community College
Pipe And Plate Welding Certification - Welding Technology
Center Of Industrial Technology
Certificate - Welding Technology
Iowa Central Community College
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