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Jacob Eaves

Jacob Eaves

Farmersville,TX

Summary

Precision-driven Fabrication Welder known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques critical to fabricating high-quality products. Excel in interpreting blueprints and executing complex welding projects with precision. Strong communication and teamwork abilities ensure successful collaboration on diverse projects. Skilled Fabrication Welder with comprehensive background in diverse welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Stick. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products. Strong focus on safety regulations and procedures with proven record of high-quality workmanship. Experience in training junior welders has resulted in improved productivity levels at previous workplaces. Skilled in the field of metal joining and fabrication, known for productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Specialize in precision welding, advanced cutting techniques, and sophisticated brazing and soldering processes. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring successful project completion through collaborative efforts.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Welder

Rocksolid construction
Blue Ridge, TX
09.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
  • Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
  • Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
  • Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
  • Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness prior to starting work on them.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
  • Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
  • Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
  • Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
  • Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
  • Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
  • Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
  • Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
  • Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
  • Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.

Welder Foreman

Prime Petro Services
Hindsville, AR
05.2018 - 08.2022
  • Investigated customer complaints about defective products or services and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine appropriate welding methods needed for each job.
  • Coordinated with other departments such as engineering, purchasing, and maintenance to ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Conducted regular inspections of worksites for potential hazards prior to beginning any welding activities.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting problems related to weld joints or weldments during production runs.
  • Created detailed reports regarding progress of projects and submitted them to management.
  • Established work schedules based on project deadlines and available resources.
  • Ensured that all welding processes were performed according to standard operating procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels for welding supplies and materials.
  • Trained junior welders on proper use of welding equipment, tools, and techniques.
  • Developed safety protocols to be followed by welders in order to prevent injuries.
  • Monitored usage of consumables such as electrodes, fluxes, and shielding gases, ensuring they are used efficiently and cost-effectively.
  • Analyzed employee performance data in order to identify areas needing improvement or training opportunities.
  • Assigned and monitored daily welding tasks for crew members.
  • Provided guidance and instruction on proper welding techniques.
  • Directed the installation of new equipment, machines, and tools to improve production efficiency.
  • Inspected completed welds for accuracy and quality assurance.
  • Ordered additional supplies or replacement parts as needed from vendors or suppliers.
  • Resolved conflicts among employees in a professional manner while maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Performed preventive maintenance checks on welding machinery and equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations related to health and safety standards in the workplace.
  • Inspected and repaired components to determine and complete needed corrections.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
  • Inspected chains, hammers and other tools for damage or wear to prevent injuries and accidents.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Set up and took down drilling rig and equipment.
  • Adjusted equipment to prepare for excavating and boring geological materials.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.

Welder

Vector Pipeline
Fort Stockton, TX
11.2016 - 07.2017
  • Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
  • Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
  • Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
  • Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
  • Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.

Structural Welder

DanCar Services
Midland, TX
09.2015 - 11.2016
  • Developed customized jigs and fixtures for specific tasks as required by the job at hand.
  • Repaired damaged or defective parts using appropriate welding techniques.
  • Applied shielding gases to prevent oxidation during the welding process.
  • Determined the proper amperage, voltage settings, and filler metals needed for each job.
  • Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
  • Cleaned surfaces of metals prior to welding them together using wire brushes or grinders.
  • Read technical documents such as blueprints and schematics accurately when necessary.
  • Calibrated gauges to measure the correct amount of heat during welding operations.
  • Utilized specialized tools such as clamps, vises, tongs, when required during a project.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
  • Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes before finalizing the project.
  • Tested different types of welding equipment to ensure optimal performance levels.
  • Replaced worn out electrodes on arc welders regularly for improved efficiency.
  • Followed established procedures regarding pre-heating temperatures before starting a weld.
  • Maintained a clean work area by removing scraps of metal and other debris from job sites.
  • Installed and welded steel beams, columns, girders, and other structural elements.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing welding duties.
  • Fabricated metal components according to blueprints and drawings.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
  • Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag, or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
  • Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
  • Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
  • Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
  • Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum, and steel.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Collin County Community College
McKinney, TX

Some College (No Degree) - Emt

Collin County Community College
McKinney, TX

Skills

  • Weld testing
  • Job orders
  • Flux core arc welding
  • Aluminum welding
  • Copper welding
  • Fire prevention and protection
  • Visual inspection
  • Hazard communication
  • Power tool safety
  • Welding inspection
  • Brass welding
  • Fall protection
  • Oxy-acetylene welding
  • Precision measurement
  • Structural fabrication
  • Plasma cutting
  • Confined space entry
  • Personal protective equipment
  • First aid and CPR
  • Hand tool safety
  • Jig building
  • Welding safety procedures
  • Grinders
  • Shielded metal arc welding
  • Troubleshooting tactics
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Welder qualification test
  • Pipe welding
  • Specification reading
  • Welding procedure verification
  • Welding codes and standards
  • Shop drawings
  • Equipment management
  • Material costing
  • Carbon steel welding
  • Weld inspections
  • Fabrication
  • High-level welding

Timeline

Fabrication Welder

Rocksolid construction
09.2022 - Current

Welder Foreman

Prime Petro Services
05.2018 - 08.2022

Welder

Vector Pipeline
11.2016 - 07.2017

Structural Welder

DanCar Services
09.2015 - 11.2016

Some College (No Degree) - Fire Science

Collin County Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Emt

Collin County Community College

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