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Jordan Brinkman

Chehalis,WA

Summary

Proactive welder with background protecting components from distortion and producing high-quality work. Dependable, safety-oriented and diligent about accomplishing deadlines by applying excellent welding and fitting abilities. Highly experienced in mig welding.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Weldwr

Interstate Trailers
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.

Plumber's Apprentice

B&R Plumbing
03.2017 - 06.2020
  • Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
  • Cleaned and maintained plumbing tools and equipment to reduce potential downtime.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Installed water heaters and sump pumps in alignment with industry best practices to support customer satisfaction.
  • Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
  • Installed plumbing systems and fixtures in residential and commercial properties.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.

Yard Hand

Black Hills Trucking
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
  • Coordinated with contractors for labor scheduling to assist with unloading of material.
  • Performed general maintenance and service work to maintain [Type] yard.
  • Operated forklift and power washer to complete assigned yard tasks.
  • Unloaded and racked oil well casing and line pipe material with lifting devices.
  • Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
  • Placed forklifts under units, pallets and products for transportation to designated areas.
  • Operated yard machinery, hydraulic trailer and forklift to move materials and maintain organization.
  • Assisted receiving leader with shipments, unloading and loading material using monster forklift.
  • Checked equipment for safety and functionality before operating.
  • Loaded trailers to support government regulations for volume, weight and transportation safety.
  • Conducted general clean up of entire yard and facilities to maintain safe working environment.
  • Performed preventive care and maintenance for machine and vehicle operations.
  • Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mt.tahoma Hs
Tacoma, WA
06.2004

Skills

  • Industry Best Practices
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Parts Fitting
  • Wire Feed Machines
  • MIG Welding
  • Instrumentation Measurements
  • Flux Core (FCAW) Welding
  • Defective Parts Disassembly
  • Welding Techniques
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Portable Grinders
  • Project Deadlines
  • Heavy Labor
  • Basic Tools
  • Electric Clippers
  • Power Sanders
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Building Materials
  • Scaffolding Safety
  • Piping Fabrication and Installation
  • Compressor Tubing
  • Hand Trucks
  • Employee Performance
  • Commercial Construction
  • Welding and Bolting
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Hand Saw
  • Parts Cleaning and Degreasing
  • Power Saws
  • Torch (Machine Learning)
  • Heavy Metals
  • Fabrication Experience
  • Forklift Operation
  • Brakes and Shears Operation
  • Cutting
  • Pipefitting

Accomplishments

  • Fabricated precision custom products and completed technical welding at a large-scale trailer manufacturing
  • rebuilt front bumper brackets for my pick-up and built rear bumper and cut tracks off the split bench and welded them to bucket seats
  • built a forge and made a few tools
  • built a foundry and poured castings in sand and clay


Timeline

Weldwr

Interstate Trailers
02.2022 - 02.2023

Plumber's Apprentice

B&R Plumbing
03.2017 - 06.2020

Yard Hand

Black Hills Trucking
03.2016 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

Mt.tahoma Hs

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