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Jason Merchant

Greenwood,SC

Summary

Efficient professional able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Expert with wide range of power tools and equipment.

Work History

Welder

National Boiler Service
Trenton , GA
2024.04 - Current
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
  • Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
  • Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
  • Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.

Weld Inspector

Eaton
Greenwood , SC
2024.02 - 2024.04
  • Documented all nonconforming parts or defective materials used during production process.
  • Analyzed root cause of failure when necessary in order to prevent future occurrences.
  • Inspected welds for adherence to quality standards, using various instruments and non-destructive testing methods.
  • Compiled reports detailing findings from each inspection performed.
  • Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
  • Identified production concerns and worked with supervisors to understand and remedy situations.
  • Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.

Education

Welding Certificate - Welding

Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC
2024-05

Skills

  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Equipment Operation
  • Stick Welding
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Surface Preparation
  • Welding safety
  • Pipe welding

Accomplishments

  • Received a 3rd place reward in the south carolina state welding competition for the combo pipe weld test
  • Made the presidents list of piedmont every semester

Timeline

Welder

National Boiler Service
2024.04 - Current

Weld Inspector

Eaton
2024.02 - 2024.04

Welding Certificate - Welding

Piedmont Technical College
Jason Merchant