Jeff Lowry
Lafayette,CO
Summary
Skilled fabrication professional with strong expertise in welding, interpreting blueprints, and metalworking. Proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time while maintaining safety standards. Effective team collaborator known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Specialized skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, along with proficiency in using various metal fabrication tools and machinery.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Waste Management
Henderson, CO
05.2009 - 02.2026
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise execution of fabrication tasks.
Welding Fabricator
Altitude Events
Brighton, CO
04.2006 - 05.2009
- Fabricated custom metal structures using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise measurements and specifications.
- Operated welding machinery and tools, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations.
- Collaborated with project managers to streamline fabrication processes and reduce turnaround times.
Special Events Supervisor
Rental City
Boulder, CO
06.1996 - 04.2006
- Coordinated logistics for large-scale events, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to timelines.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize cost and service quality.
- Developed event budgets, tracking expenses to maintain fiscal responsibility throughout planning stages.
- Supervised on-site staff, providing training and guidance to enhance team performance during events.
Fitter/Welder
B&K Steel Fabrication
Gilbert, AZ
12.1986 - 12.1990
- Fabricated and assembled steel structures according to precise specifications.
- Operated welding equipment to ensure strong, durable connections in fabrication processes.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide fitting and assembly tasks.
- Conducted quality control inspections to maintain high standards of workmanship.
Fitter/Welder
Harvest Steel
Chandler, AZ
07.1986 - 12.1986
- Maximized tool lifespan through proper care and maintenance procedures resulting in reduced replacement costs.
- Improved overall project completion time through proficient use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized machinery.
- Ensured accuracy of final product dimensions by diligently verifying measurements against project specifications.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
Fitter/Welder
Mobile Mechanical
Suisun, CA
01.1985 - 07.1986
- Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger spacing.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
Fitter/Welder
Chevron Oronite Company LLC
Port Richmond CA
06.1984 - 12.1984
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Fabricated pipe spools for butt weld, socket weld and threaded systems utilizing proper fit up techniques such as root openings on butt weld fittings and set back on socket weld fittings.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
Fitter/welder
Able Steel Fabricators
Mesa, AZ
02.1981 - 05.1984
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Fitter/Welder
Meade Electric
Hammond, IN
01.1980 - 01.1981
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication of components.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Welder
Galbreath
Winamac, IN
05.1977 - 12.1979
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on various materials.
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot welding issues and improve processes.
- Mentored junior welders, providing guidance on techniques and safety protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winamac Community High School
Winamac, INSkills
- MIG welding
- Pipe welding
- Grinders
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Stick welding
- Oxy-acetylene welding
Certification
Certified in 7018-1"plate
Vertical, Horizontal overhead Certified
1" Plate - Intershield - Horizontal
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Waste Management
05.2009 - 02.2026
Welding Fabricator
Altitude Events
04.2006 - 05.2009
Special Events Supervisor
Rental City
06.1996 - 04.2006
Fitter/Welder
B&K Steel Fabrication
12.1986 - 12.1990
Fitter/Welder
Harvest Steel
07.1986 - 12.1986
Fitter/Welder
Mobile Mechanical
01.1985 - 07.1986
Fitter/Welder
Chevron Oronite Company LLC
06.1984 - 12.1984
Fitter/welder
Able Steel Fabricators
02.1981 - 05.1984
Fitter/Welder
Meade Electric
01.1980 - 01.1981
Welder
Galbreath
05.1977 - 12.1979
High School Diploma -
Winamac Community High School