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James Dixon

Rancho Cucamonga,CA

Summary

Accomplished Fabrication Welder with extensive experience at Self Employed Services, specializing in MIG and TIG welding. Proven track record in delivering high-quality metal structures while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills drive successful project outcomes and client satisfaction.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Welder

Self Employed Services
Inland Empire
02.2020 - Current
  • Managed welding equipment operations to fabricate metal components per specifications.
  • Analyzed blueprints and technical drawings to guarantee accurate product assembly.
  • Executed quality inspections on welded joints to ensure adherence to high workmanship standards.
  • Executed diverse welding projects utilizing MIG and TIG techniques to ensure structural integrity.
  • Constructed metal structures while ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety protocols.
  • Oversaw maintenance of tools and equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
  • Engaged with clients to define project requirements and deliver customized solutions.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on safety practices, equipment handling, and fabrication techniques.
  • Executed precise measurement and cutting of metal pieces to ensure accurate length and angle for optimal fit and alignment.

Fabrication Welder

Valew Truck Bodies
Victorville, CA
04.2011 - 02.2020

Assisted in fabricating truck bodies, including dump, water, and vacuum trucks, according to shop blueprints. Operated forklifts, overhead cranes, and jacks to support construction processes. Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate assembly of trailers and truck bodies.

Education

High School Diploma - Gen Ed

Uplans High School
Upland, CA

Welding Certification

Victor Valley College
Victorville, CA

Skills

MIG welding

Pipe welding

Grinders

Grinding and finishing techniques

Fabrication

Plasma cutting

Hand tool safety

Parts fabrication

Welding safety procedures

Carbon steel welding

Jig fabrication

Defect repair

Gas metal arc welding

Blueprint interpretation

Stainless steel welding

Blueprints

Flux core arc welding

Welding procedure specification

Custom fabrication

Stick welding

Equipment monitoring

Production

Flux-cored arc welding

Lockout and tagout procedures

Shielded metal arc welding

Oxy-acetylene welding

Structural fabrication

Shop drawings

Personal protective equipment

Gas tungsten arc welding

Visual inspection

Job orders

Power tool safety

Precision measurement

Welder qualification test

Component assembly

Material costing

AWS D11 structural welding code

Non-destructive testing

Submerged arc welding

Structure repair

Jig building

Weld testing

Welding

Vertical welding

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Arc welding

Overhead welding position

Structural welding

Surface grinding

Measurements and calculations

Power tool operation

Hand and power tool operation

Pipe fitting

Power tools

Quality control

Welding codes and standards

Timeline

Fabrication Welder

Self Employed Services
02.2020 - Current

Fabrication Welder

Valew Truck Bodies
04.2011 - 02.2020

High School Diploma - Gen Ed

Uplans High School

Welding Certification

Victor Valley College
James Dixon