Jeremy Terrell
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Accomplished Welder/Pipefitter with expertise in MIG and TIG welding. Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality control, ensuring weld integrity and compliance with industry standards. Proven ability to collaborate effectively, enhancing project efficiency and client satisfaction through superior craftsmanship.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Pipe Fabricator
Owen's Construction and Engineering
Bakersfield
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated welding equipment while adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted in preparing materials for welding processes.
- Learned to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Developed skills in various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal working conditions.
- Followed quality control measures to ensure weld integrity and precision.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Welder/Pipefitter
MLS Welding, Inc
San Angelo, TX
02.2021 - 04.2025
- Operated MIG and TIG welding machines to produce high-quality welds on various materials.
- Interpreted technical blueprints and schematics to determine appropriate welding techniques.
- Inspected completed welds for structural integrity and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues promptly.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in the work environment during welding operations.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper welding techniques and safety practices.
- Adapted quickly to new projects, demonstrating versatility in different welding applications.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Welder/Pipefitter
Watkins Construction LLC
Corsicana, TX
01.2015 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion.
- 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.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards, keeping documentation updated and accessible.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
North High School
BakersfieldSkills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Equipment operation
- Horizontal welding
- Flat welding
- Steel fabrication
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts fabrication
- Welding position proficiency
- Crane operation
- Pipe fitting
- Welding symbols
- Surface preparation
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Rigging techniques
- Fire prevention
- Machine adjustment
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Welding machine setup
- Overhead welding
- TIG welding expert
- Welding safety
Timeline
Welder/Pipe Fabricator
Owen's Construction and Engineering
04.2025 - 08.2025
Welder/Pipefitter
MLS Welding, Inc
02.2021 - 04.2025
Welder/Pipefitter
Watkins Construction LLC
01.2015 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
North High School