James Hines
Monroe,VA
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Fitter/Welder
Cooper Steel
Monroe, VA
10.2021 - 11.2026
- Assembled structural steel components according to detailed specifications.
- Operated welding equipment, ensuring strong connections to meet project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Organized tools and maintained equipment in optimal working condition.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Operated heavy machinery such as cranes in a safe manner.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Constructed base templates and interpreted blueprints to support accurate and efficient fabrication.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine welding specifications and requirements.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble structural steel for commercial projects.
- Inspected welded joints, ensuring quality assurance and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Production Welder
Aerofin
Lynchburg, Virginia
08.2018 - 10.2021
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to join metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished welds for compliance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety.
- Adjusted welding parameters to achieve desired results on various materials.
- Performed MIG, TIG, ARC and oxyacetylene welding techniques on a variety of metals.
- Worked with a range of materials including aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron.
- Used Techniques to complete strong and professional welds.
- Monitored gas pressure levels throughout the production process to ensure optimal results.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
Fitter/Structural Welder
FEI LTD
Natural Bridge Station, Virginia
06.2013 - 08.2018
Fitter/Structural Welder/Maintenance
Lynchburg Steel & Specialty
Monroe, VA
01.1986 - 06.2013
- Operated machinery for cutting, welding, and bending metal parts.
- Repaired equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance standards.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks on facility equipment regularly.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Responded to emergency maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with team members to address maintenance issues promptly.
- Documented repair and maintenance activities for compliance records.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for efficient operations.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Inspected electrical systems for proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
Education
Fellowship Christian Academy
Madison Heights, VASome College (No Degree) - Electrical Classes
CVCC
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Structural assembly
- Machinery operations
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Installation maintenance
- Electrical systems
- Safety compliance
- Tools inventory management
- Project coordination
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Machinery operations
- Power equipment operation
Timeline
Fitter/Welder
Cooper Steel
10.2021 - 11.2026
Production Welder
Aerofin
08.2018 - 10.2021
Fitter/Structural Welder
FEI LTD
06.2013 - 08.2018
Fitter/Structural Welder/Maintenance
Lynchburg Steel & Specialty
01.1986 - 06.2013
Fellowship Christian Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Classes
CVCC