Jeffery Armstrong
Mcloud,OK
Summary
Professional fabricator with strong expertise in metalworking, welding, and blueprint interpretation. Proven ability to enhance productivity through precise craftsmanship and innovative problem-solving. Highly reliable team player who adapts to changing needs and consistently delivers quality results. Skilled in operating various fabrication tools and maintaining safety standards in fast-paced environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
PKM Steel Services
- Welder/Fabricator that focused on structural fabrication frameworks in guidance with AISC or ICBO standard procedures.
- Performed fillet welds, groove welds, plug welds, slot welds, spot welds, seam welds, flange welds, stud welds and surfacing welds.
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings to align and assemble steel parts.
- Inspection welds for penetration, defects, and overall structural integrity.
- Adhering to strict OSHA safety protocols, wearing PPE, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Welder
Kansas Paving
- Executed on-site repairs using welding techniques such as GMAW/MIG and FCAW on heavy equipment, including but not limited to crushers, conveyors, and cement packing machines, often working under tight deadlines to minimize downtime
- Performed structural welding repairs on cement and paving equipment reducing downtime by 15%.
- Executed hardfacing on high-wear surfaces using FCAW to extend equipment life.
- Performed precise layouts and fit-ups for fabricating new chutes and conveyor components on cement plant.
Fabricator Welder
Midwest Steel
02.2024 - 01.2026
- Fabricated metal structures for commercial construction projects: including but not limited to stairs, handrails, ladders gates, fences, and structure steel components.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and welding symbols to determine layout, measurements, and assembly requirements.
- Operate fabrication equipment including horizontal and vertical band saws, mag drills, grinders, plasma cutters, and metal finishing tools.
- Accurately measure, cut, grind, and fit materials for precise assembly.
- Utilize MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored welding processes to perform high-quality welds on mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Conduct inspections to ensure all products meet quality, safety, and aesthetic standards.
- Collaborate with shop and installation teams to meet production deadlines and ensure proper fit and finish.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
University of Illinois
Chicago, IllinoisHigh School Diploma - General Education
Central High School
Springfield, IllinoisSkills
- Expert in GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, GTAW, and SAW welding processes
- Structural welding
- Quality assurance
- Blueprint/Specification reading
- Structural/Metal fabrication
- Precision measurement
- Material prepping
- Machinery operation
- Power/Hand tool operation
Timeline
Fabricator Welder
Midwest Steel
02.2024 - 01.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
University of Illinois
High School Diploma - General Education
Central High School
Welder
PKM Steel Services
Welder
Kansas Paving