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James R. Payne, III

Welding
Pass Christian,MS

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated student at Pearl River Community College, adept at project coordination and team collaboration. Successfully mentored peers, enhancing academic performance through personalized tutoring. Recognized for attention to detail and innovative problem-solving skills, contributing to a positive learning environment and achieving rigorous project goals.

Positive, upbeat, and adaptable, with excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Equipped with foundational knowledge in welding and cutting technology and proficient in metal cutting, MIG, flux core, and stick welding with oxygen and acetylene. Committed to making significant impact through dedication and proactive approach.

Overview

2
2

Years of Welding School/Professional Experience

3
3

Welding Certifications

Work History

Student

Pearl River Community College
08.2022 - 12.2024
  • Followed school and welding classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
  • Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
  • Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing interactive learning tools.
  • Completed rigorous projects and assignments as directed to support learning goals.
  • Mentored struggling students through personalized tutoring sessions, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Collaborated with classmates to share best practices and improve overall learning in welding performance.
  • Utilized carbon steel for classroom projects with flux core, stick and mig welding
  • Perform vertical & overhead (3G & 4G) limited thickness qualification tests on steel plate with SMAW process
  • Perform fillet welds (3F & 4F) & open root v-groove (3G & 4G) on plain carbon steel with GMAW, FCAW, and GTAW processes
  • 6G guided bend test on open root V-Groover pipe using the GTAW process and E-7018 electrodes
  • Perform welding operations to prepare welded fabrications from sketches or drawings created by instructor

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Welding

Pearl River Community College, Poplarville, MS
12-2024
  • Awarded Top Student in Welding Technology Hancock Campus, 2024
  • Honor Roll Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Fall 2025
  • Dean's List Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and Fall 2025
  • Relevant Coursework: Welding & General Studies
  • 3.9 GPA
  • Ranked in Top 10% of Pearl River Community College, Class of 2025
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Member
  • Special Honors Graduate

High School Diploma -

Pass Christian High School, Pass Christian
05-2023
  • Relevant Coursework: General Studies & Welding
  • Professional Development Coursework: College and Career Readiness
  • Awarded Top Student in Welding - Pass Christian High School 2023
  • Tanner Adam Memorial Scholarship Recipient 2023


Skills

  • Efficient at acquiring new skills
  • Constructive mindset
  • Effective time management
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Timely and trustworthy
  • Fundamental mathematics
  • Analytical problem-solving

Certification

  • Certified Welder - NCCER - 2024
  • Pearl River Community College Welding Technology Program Training - 2022-2024

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats4-day work week

Timeline

Student - Pearl River Community College
08.2022 - 12.2024
Pearl River Community College - Associate of Applied Science, Welding
Pass Christian High School - High School Diploma,

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