JONATHAN WELCH
Romeoville,IL
Summary
Talented Fabrication Welder skilled in reading and applying technical drawings and consistently delivering high quality welds. Excellent attention to detail resulting in reduced waste and increased productivity. Operated machinery to fabricate items and comply with government guidelines.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Anzelc Welding
01.2023 - Current
- Precision in reading and interpreting blueprints and weld diagrams accurately to execute precise welds.
- Weld steel parts using various techniques per Caterpillar Inc specifications, ensuring high-quality welds.
- Perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions for versatile project needs.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, plasma cutting and torch cutting.
- Safe and proficient use of hand tools such as grinders, clamps, squares, and measuring tapes to compete welding tasks.
School Bus Driver
Grand Prairie Transit
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Safely transported students to and from school, maintaining punctuality and safety standards.
- Ensured compliance with traffic laws, enhancing safety for 40+ daily student commutes.
- Monitored vehicle maintenance, reducing repair needs through proactive care.
- Trained new drivers on route management and safety protocols, fostering team expertise.
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Supported team safety by promptly clearing hazards in the work environment.
- Ensured precise tracking of packages using digital and manual systems.
- Analyzed shipment data to enhance accuracy, reducing potential errors significantly.
- Boosted shipment processing efficiency by proactively resolving conveyor blockages.
Scaffold Builder /Insulator Helper
Starcon International
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Ensured precision in measurements and material calculations for scaffolding.
- Achieved project completion efficiently, adhering to stringent safety standards.
- Maintained safety and operational procedures for projects up to 100 feet.
- Constructed scaffolding in confined refinery spaces, ensuring safety and accuracy.
- Enhanced insulation efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting insulation materials to fit specific spaces.
Insulation Technician
Local 17 – Heat and Frost Insulators /Brock Industrial Services
06.2013 - 04.2018
- Improved overall insulation efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting insulation materials to fit various spaces.
- Ensured precision in insulation fitting by meticulous blueprint analysis.
- Used industrial sewing machines to create insulating blankets for pipes and pumps.
- Qualified to handle hazardous materials such as asbestos.
- Trained new employees in proper procedure of fabricating insulated blankets, and operation and maintenance of all equipment to prevent injuries.
- Efficiently coordinated with teams of other tradesmen on large scale projects.
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
05.2014 - 02.2015
- Safely transported students, maintaining punctuality and compliance with traffic laws.
- Achieved 100% on-time performance, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Monitored and maintained vehicle conditions, reducing repair needs.
- Provided feedback to improve transit team's operational protocols.
Warehouse Associate
Home Depot
10.2012 - 02.2013
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by refining material sorting and delivery processes.
- Implemented new inventory tracking methods using RF-based systems for accuracy.
- Assisted team members in heavy lifting and optimized load balancing for transport.
- Drove vehicles to deliver products and picked-up rejected or defective materials for return.
Construction Volunteer
Watchtower Bible & Tract Society
04.2012 - 07.2012
- Attended safety trainings and workshops offered by employer, bolstering overall knowledge of appropriate measures and determining areas requiring improvement
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards
- Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations
- Operated power equipment, such as crane to move rebar and hydraulic rod cutting machine, and promote job efficiency
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
Education
Pipe Welding, Certificate of Completion, Honors -
Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Certificate of Completion - undefined
Gas Metal Arc Welding, Certificate of Completion - undefined
Basic Welding, Certificate of Completion - undefined
A 10HR Certificate - undefined
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05.2023
Skills
- MIG and TIG Welding
- Blueprint and Schematic Interpretation
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Torch and Plasma cutting
- Various Welding Positions
- Pipe welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Fabrication
- Power tool safety
- Precision measurement
Certification
- Pipe Welding, Certificate of Completion, Honors, May 2022
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Certificate of Completion, Honors, May 2022
- Gas Metal Arc Welding, Certificate of Completion, Honors, May 2022
- Basic Welding, Certificate of Completion, Honors, May 2022
- O.S.H.A 10HR Certificate, October 2020
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
Anzelc Welding
01.2023 - Current
School Bus Driver
Grand Prairie Transit
08.2019 - 12.2022
Scaffold Builder /Insulator Helper
Starcon International
09.2018 - 01.2019
Package Handler
Fed Ex Ground
05.2018 - 08.2019
School Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
05.2014 - 02.2015
Insulation Technician
Local 17 – Heat and Frost Insulators /Brock Industrial Services
06.2013 - 04.2018
Warehouse Associate
Home Depot
10.2012 - 02.2013
Construction Volunteer
Watchtower Bible & Tract Society
04.2012 - 07.2012
Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Certificate of Completion - undefined
Gas Metal Arc Welding, Certificate of Completion - undefined
Basic Welding, Certificate of Completion - undefined
A 10HR Certificate - undefined
Pipe Welding, Certificate of Completion, Honors -
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Joliet Junior College
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