John Knibbs
San Diego,CA
Summary
Highly skilled welder with expertise in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding techniques. Prioritizes safety and possesses a broad range of skills. Proficient in interpreting blueprints and executing precise welds according to project requirements. Committed to upholding quality standards through meticulous inspections, ensuring adherence to industry regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Guard
Allied Universal
San Diego
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
Busser
Manna's BBQ
San Diego
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
Pizza Delivery Driver
Dominos
Iceland
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Improved customer satisfaction by consistently delivering orders on time and with accuracy.
- Verified orders prior to completing deliveries to avoid customer complaints.
- Maintained a clean driving record, ensuring safe and responsible transportation of food items.
Car Detailer
Fjolsmiðjan
Iceland
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Completed full-service washes that included vacuuming interiors, shampooing carpets, degreasing engines, polishing chrome accents, applying wax coatings to exteriors.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by thoroughly cleaning and detailing vehicles, both interior.
Roberto's Jewelry Shop
01.2020 - 12.2022
Newspaper Carrier
Frettabladid
Iceland
01.2016 - 12.2016
Education
GED -
Fjölbrautaskólinn við Ármúla ( Icelandic school)
01.2022
Bonita Vista High School
01.2020
Skills
Adaptability & Flexibility
Attention to detail
Learn and perform task
Mechanical Aptitude
Trilingual - English, Spanish, Icelandic
Analytical thinking
Websites
Certification
- Gas tungsten Arc Welding (ASTM A53) to AWS B2.1 Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification - 2" sch80 pipe. All positions. (2G, 5G, 6G)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (ASTM 1008) to AWS B2.1 Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification - Sheet 18 ga. & 10 ga. All positions. ( Carbon Steel)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (AISI 304L) to AWS B2.1 Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification - Sheet 18 ga. & 10 ga. All positions. ( Stainless )
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (ASTM B209 or 5052) to AWS B2.1 Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification - Sheet 18 ga. & 10 ga. All positions. ( Aluminum )
- Welder - American Welding Society ( AWS) - Workshop for Warriors- San Diego, Ca
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding ( SMAW ) to AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code - Steel
- Gas Metal Arc Welding ( GMAW ) to AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code Steel
- Flux Cored Arc Welding Equipment ( FCAW) to AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code - Steel
Specialized training
- - Safe Welding Practices
- - Setup and Operation SMAW Equipment - Safety and Health of Welders
- - Installation, Setup and Maintenance of SMAW Equipment
- - Base Material Preparation
- - Filler Metal Selection
- - Inspection and Quality of Welds
- - Troubleshooting and Maintenance of Equipment
- - GMAW and FCAW Gun Setup, Control, and Electrode Stick Out
- - Short Circuit Transfer and Spray Transfer
- - GMAW and FCAW Shielding Gases
- - Voltage Control and Wire Speed With Travel Speed
- - V- Groove Butt Welds - Fillet Welds - T - Joint Configurations
- - Spray Transfer GMAW Process
- - Oxy- Acetylene Cutting
- - Plasma Cutting
- - Metal Shearing
- - Metal Sanding
- - Grinding
- - Angle Grinding
- - Pneumatic Grinding
Other
Trained in an MMA gym called Mjolnir for about 3 years, and earned the orange belt with 3 stripes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; in Reykjavik, Iceland.
Languages
Icelandic
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Security Guard
Allied Universal
08.2023 - 12.2023
Busser
Manna's BBQ
03.2023 - 08.2023
Pizza Delivery Driver
Dominos
08.2022 - 02.2023
Car Detailer
Fjolsmiðjan
09.2020 - 12.2022
Roberto's Jewelry Shop
01.2020 - 12.2022
Newspaper Carrier
Frettabladid
01.2016 - 12.2016
GED -
Fjölbrautaskólinn við Ármúla ( Icelandic school)
Bonita Vista High School