James Pilkauskas
Southern Pines,NC
Summary
Dedicated ironworker apprentice with hands-on experience at Francis Steel, excelling in welding and steel fabrication. Proven ability to operate heavy equipment and tools while ensuring safety and compliance. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, contributing to successful project completions and effective teamwork on job sites.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Ironworker
Francis Steel
Aberdeen, NC
05.2025 - Current
Perform MiG welding in the shop and utilize forklifts for material movement.
I prep materials for welding, which includes cleaning, cutting, measuring, and grinding materials
In the field I use flux core and stick welding. I work on the ground or on the roof to install metal components that I fabricate.
Sales Associate
Community Thrift Store
Aberdeen, NC
03.2022 - 04.2025
I would run the cash register, print stickers for items, clean and organize the store, and also move heavy furniture all the time.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Sandhills Community College
Pinehurst, NCHigh School Diploma -
Calvary Christian School
Southern Pines, NC06.2023
Skills
- Anchor bolt setting
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Steel fabrication
- Bolt tightening
- Construction safety
- Welding
- Job site preparation
- Blueprint reading
- OSHA compliance
- Parts fabrication
- Hand tools operation
- Prefabricated steel unloading
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Site cleanup
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Heavy equipment operation
- Professionalism
Timeline
Apprentice Ironworker
Francis Steel
05.2025 - Current
Sales Associate
Community Thrift Store
03.2022 - 04.2025
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Sandhills Community College
High School Diploma -
Calvary Christian School