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Joseph Cannon

Pearl,MS

Summary

Hardworking Welder/ Maintenance bringing 10+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures. Organized Welder/Maintenance with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Maintenance/ Welder position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician/Welder

Koch Foods
11.2022 - 08.2023
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints..
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.

Welder Fabricator/Technician

Unipress
09.2020 - 11.2022
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
  • Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
  • Monitored and documented soldering results.
  • Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.

Fabrication Welder/Saw Operator

Nucor Grating
12.2017 - 08.2020
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Performed quality assurance tasks to promote accuracy and minimize mistakes.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
  • Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
  • Kept accurate records of defective units or products.
  • Recognized upset conditions, determining cause, and took appropriate corrective action.
  • Fed raw materials and components into semi-automated machines according to production needs.
  • Fed raw materials into machines.
  • Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.
  • Inspected machine parts with measuring tools.
  • Drafted reports detailing machine production outputs and material quantities.
  • Monitored and tracked warehouse inventory and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
  • Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
  • Utilized blueprints and schematics to position machinery and meet product specifications.

Welding Fabricator

Yates Construction Company
12.2012 - 03.2016
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
  • Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
  • Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
  • Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
  • Documented welding on specified work order.
  • Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
  • Provided input into selection of welding supplies, negotiating best deals to make welding process efficient and cost-effective.
  • Developed and implemented methods to increase efficiency in welding and fabrication.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
  • Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
  • Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
  • Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
  • Monitored and documented soldering results.
  • Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
  • Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.

Welder/Pipefitter Apprentice

MEI Construction
12.2010 - 12.2012
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
  • Installed piping for plumbing systems for domestic and HVAC lines.
  • Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
  • Set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
  • Kept detailed job records using [Software] to maintain up-to-date filing system.

Education

Associates - Welding

Delta Technical College
Ridgeland, MS
06.2017

GED -

Pueblo High
Pueblo, CO
05.2011

Skills

  • Unit Readiness
  • Recommending Solutions
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Building and Wall Bricklaying
  • Organizational Abilities
  • Documentation
  • Power and Hand Tool Use
  • Piping Systems Maintenance
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Safety Monitoring and Compliance
  • Concrete Pouring and Finishing
  • Light Carpentry
  • Equipment Repair
  • Wooden Structure Building and Repair
  • Ventilation and Air Conditioning
  • Replacing Parts
  • Mechanical Expertise
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Residential Construction
  • Metal Cutting and Shaping
  • Equipment Installation
  • ERP and SAP
  • Construction Carpentry
  • Functional Part Calibration
  • Machine Maintenance and Repair
  • Order Parts
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Cost Documentation
  • Workshop Crane Operation
  • New Equipment Design
  • Blueprint and Schematic Understanding
  • Facilities Painting and Repair
  • Industry Standards and Regulations
  • Dismantle Machines
  • Planting Procedures
  • Troubleshooting Strengths
  • Supply and Parts Ordering
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Performing Finishing Work
  • Removing Trash
  • Air Hammers
  • Groundskeeping and Landscaping
  • Electric Clippers
  • Troubleshoot Malfunctions
  • Valve Grinding and Reseating
  • Hydraulic Pumps
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Project Estimation and Bidding
  • Belt Conveyors
  • Electrical Component Replacement
  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Computerized Maintenance Management
  • Daily Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Safety Awareness
  • Cutting Torches
  • Machinery Lubrication
  • Alarm System Monitoring
  • Word Processing
  • HVAC Systems
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Plan Skilled Repairs
  • Voltage Meters
  • Construction Management

Certification

  • Licensed Fabricator/Welder
  • MIG
  • Flux Welding
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Forklift/ Scissor lift certification
  • Maintenance Technician
  • construction
  • TWIC Card Certification

Additional Information

Well- organized professional with excellent multitasking abilities along with commitment to team work and striving to go above and beyond with all of my work that is expected of me and more. Good organized skills, and customer service excellence.

Timeline

Maintenance Technician/Welder

Koch Foods
11.2022 - 08.2023

Welder Fabricator/Technician

Unipress
09.2020 - 11.2022

Fabrication Welder/Saw Operator

Nucor Grating
12.2017 - 08.2020

Welding Fabricator

Yates Construction Company
12.2012 - 03.2016

Welder/Pipefitter Apprentice

MEI Construction
12.2010 - 12.2012

Associates - Welding

Delta Technical College

GED -

Pueblo High

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