James Crawford
Arlington,TX
Summary
Skilled professional with several years working with metal and welding. Trained in tool use with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability, focus and time organization.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Welder/Barge Crane Operator
Granbury Docks & Repair
Granbury, Texas
12.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of materials and tools for compliance.
- Managed inventory of welding supplies to support ongoing projects.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Adjusted controls such as levers, pedals, throttles, brakes, switches and buttons to control crane movement or functions such as hoisting and lowering booms, slewing and traversing cranes on rails, swinging loads horizontally and vertically, extending outriggers, setting up jibs and activating auxiliary hoists.
- Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
Owner
James Dillon Fencing & Welding
Plano, Texas
02.2016 - Current
- Managed daily operations of fencing and welding projects.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and requirements.
- Oversaw inventory management for tools and materials used in projects.
- Developed project timelines to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Coordinated with suppliers to source high-quality materials for projects.
Fitter/Welder
Prime Metal Building & Components
Dublin, Texas
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Assembled metal components according to specifications and blueprints.
- Operated various hand and power tools for precise fittings.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize assembly processes.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper fitting techniques.
- Troubleshot equipment issues to minimize downtime during production.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure workplace environment.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all tools used in the job.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Adhered closely to safety protocols, applicable regulations and industry best practices.
- Operated heavy machinery such as cranes in a safe manner.
- Inspected machines and identified any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Analyzed engineering drawings to determine required materials and task sequences.
- Inspected completed fabrication projects to verify adherence to blueprint and procedural specifications.
- Performed quality checks on equipment and materials, removed damaged or faulty metals and tools and transported waste to appropriate receptacles.
- Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
- Mentored apprentices and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
- Conducted quality inspections of welded joints and finished products.
Welder/Fence Installer
Xtreme Fencing
Burleson, Texas
03.2012 - 06.2016
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and STICK welding techniques.
- Developed and trained protocols ensure precise welds.
- Operated welding equipment and tools following safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
Education
Godley High School
Godley, TXSkills
- Welding techniques
- Metal fabrication
- Crane operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Project management
- Inventory management
- Blueprint reading
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training and mentoring
- Hand-eye coordination
- Steel fabrication
- Weld tacking
- Personal protective equipment
- Structural welding
- Stick welding
- Product welding
- Shaping and cutting
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Cutting techniques
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welder/Barge Crane Operator
Granbury Docks & Repair
12.2024 - Current
Fitter/Welder
Prime Metal Building & Components
01.2018 - 04.2019
Owner
James Dillon Fencing & Welding
02.2016 - Current
Welder/Fence Installer
Xtreme Fencing
03.2012 - 06.2016
Godley High School