Hi, I’m
John Pipkin
welder
Sand Springs,OK
Summary
With a proven track record at Eagle Investments, I excel in drywall installation and leading teams to success. My expertise spans from carpentry to electrical troubleshooting, underpinned by a knack for enhancing operational efficiency. I'm recognized for mentoring peers, significantly improving project turnaround times by fostering a culture of safety and precision.
Overview
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Eagle Invetsments
Handyman
07.2021 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
- Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
- Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully tackling a wide range of tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to carpentry and general home repairs, showcasing adaptability and expertise within the field.
- Assisted homeowners in maintaining their properties by performing routine maintenance tasks such as painting, plumbing, and electrical work.
3-D Boilers
Welder
03.2013 - 11.2015
Job overview
- 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.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Helmerich&Payne
Weler/Leadman/Supervisor of Operations
03.2009 - 09.2013
Job overview
- Assisted in employee training, boosting their skills and knowledge base for enhanced job performance.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Prioritized tasks based on deadline requirements, ensuring timely completion of assignments without compromising quality.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Played a crucial role in meeting project deadlines by effectively managing resources at hand.
- Completed production logs and maintenance logs to document plant operations and verified adherence to predetermined standards.
- Streamlined project workflow for improved completion time and overall client satisfaction.
Fabwell Incorperation
Welder/Leadman/Supervisor
04.2006 - 05.2009
Job overview
- 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.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
Yuba Heat Transfer
Welder/leadman/Supervisor
03.1997 - 02.1999
Job overview
- 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.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
Hodge Fabrications
Welder
05.1993 - 01.1997
Job overview
- 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.
- Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Babbco&Wilcox ST Co.
Welder/Leadman/Supervisor
04.1987 - 02.1993
Job overview
- 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.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
- Streamlined workshop operations, organizing tools and equipment for easy access and efficient workflow.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards, keeping documentation updated and accessible.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- 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.
Education
Pulaski Technical CollegeNorth Little Rock, AR
ASME/AWS Certified Welding from Welding,BluePrint Reading,Algerbra1/2&Geometry,
03-1988
KellyvilleKellyville, OK
GED
01-1985
Skills
- Drywall installation
- Household repairs
- Hand tools
- Repair work
- Appliance installation
- Painting
- Yard maintenance
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Outdoor lighting installation
- Electrical systems
- Carpentry expertise
- Repairing pipes and fixtures
- Garage door repair
- Tree trimming
- Roofing
- Concrete work
- Plumbing
- Flooring installation
- Electrical troubleshooting
Accomplishments
I have Accomplished Alot of Certifications in Welding over the Years.I have teached welding to several people over the years.I can weld all Non-Ferris and Ferris Metals.I can Mig,Flux,Carbon arc,stick,Tig Subarc singelhead,Back gouge,Read Xrays,Repair X-Rays.I have been a Leadmad And Supervisor 3 to 4 Times in my Welding Career,I am well Proficiant in My welding ABILITY.
Timeline
Handyman
Eagle Invetsments
07.2021 - 12.2024
Welder
3-D Boilers
03.2013 - 11.2015
Weler/Leadman/Supervisor of Operations
Helmerich&Payne
03.2009 - 09.2013
Welder/Leadman/Supervisor
Fabwell Incorperation
04.2006 - 05.2009
Welder/leadman/Supervisor
Yuba Heat Transfer
03.1997 - 02.1999
Welder
Hodge Fabrications
05.1993 - 01.1997
Welder/Leadman/Supervisor
Babbco&Wilcox ST Co.
04.1987 - 02.1993
Pulaski Technical College
ASME/AWS Certified Welding from Welding,BluePrint Reading,Algerbra1/2&Geometry,
Kellyville
GED
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