Ian Draughon
Manassas,VA
Summary
Combo welder turned boiler apprentice looking to get involved into a fast growing critical trade that involves knowledge of piping and cooling systems, refrigeration and generations. More than willing to further education and training to best meet the needs of the equipment and company.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder/Burner Tech Apprentice
Capitol Boiler Works
07.2024 - 05.2025
Worked on boilers, burners, pipes, pumps, domestic heaters and other mechanical equipment in boiler rooms.
Welder
The Roberts Company
04.2024 - 07.2024
Weyerhauser Kiln project subcontracted by KDS Windsor: Weld structural supports for building and assist ironworkers and fitters.
Advansix Boiler Shutdown: Refurbish entire inside of boiler by removing all tubes, tube sheets, baffles etc and fitting + welding new components
Welder/Operator
Volvo Trucks USA
05.2022 - 06.2023
Welded galvanized sheet metal together via spot welding and GMAW welding processes to form the cab of a semi truck
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
National Association of Power Engineers
Pipe Welding Training
New River Community College
Skills
- Solid understanding of piping and boiler systems
- Experience in GTAW, GMAW, and SMAW pipe and structural
- Can navigate troubleshooting manual for solutions and other pertinent information
- Can prep, cut and grind
- Safety conscious
- Proficient reading, writing and math skills
- Willing to learn and open to criticism
Certification
OSHA 30,
TWIC,
NSTC + H2S/FeS
Timeline
Welder/Burner Tech Apprentice
Capitol Boiler Works
07.2024 - 05.2025
Welder
The Roberts Company
04.2024 - 07.2024
Welder/Operator
Volvo Trucks USA
05.2022 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Forest Park High School
National Association of Power Engineers
Pipe Welding Training
New River Community College
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