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Joe Thortsen

Mitchell,NE

Summary

Driven farm/ranch owner and skilled welder with a proven track record at Top Flight Constructors. Excelled in enhancing operational efficiency by over 30%, mastering various welding techniques, and leading teams to success. Expert in livestock management and customer relations, demonstrating significant improvements in productivity and client satisfaction.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm/Ranch Owner

Self
05.2018 - 07.2024
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Welder/iron Worker

Top Flight Constructors
04.2013 - 09.2015
  • 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.

Welder

Reynolds Iron
07.2011 - 07.2013

Shop welding mostly horizontal certified in dual shield

Education

High School Diploma -

Wheat Ridge High School
Wheat Ridge, CO
06.1989

Skills

  • Stick welding mostly 7018
  • flux core and dual shield welding
  • passed certifications and UT tests
  • can read blue prints layout and can do fit up

Timeline

Farm/Ranch Owner

Self
05.2018 - 07.2024

Welder/iron Worker

Top Flight Constructors
04.2013 - 09.2015

Welder

Reynolds Iron
07.2011 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Wheat Ridge High School
Joe Thortsen