Focused welder fabricator with 30 years of experience. Skilled at working with metal and hand tools and saws with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability and professionalism in all work situations.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
J.S. Products
01.2004 - 07.2023
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Documented welding on specified work order.
Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
Inspected pieces for defects, measured and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
Fabrication Welder
Matherson Machine
01.1997 - 01.2004
Bench work
Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
Documented welding on specified work order.
Mill Worker
BJM Products
01.1988 - 01.1997
Completed general finish work and sanding.
Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
Inspected and maintained equipment to repair and keep in peak condition.
Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and belt sanders.