Joseph Frith
Lehigh Acres
Summary
Experienced welding professional seeking position as welding instructor. Skilled in team leadership, project management, and sales representation. Proficient in equipment maintenance and dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Committed to sharing expertise and passion for welding with aspiring students, while continuously expanding knowledge in the field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
District Manager
AQUA-BRITE INC.
09.2023 - Current
- Supervised various locations, enforcing high-quality standards of operation.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as federal/state regulations by conducting regular audits of operational practices at each location within the district.
- Inspected pool equipment and verified proper functionality to maintain safety standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency with thorough troubleshooting and repair of malfunctioning equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment failures and remedied problems to restore functionality.
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to quickly diagnose complex equipment issues and implement effective solutions.
Welder
Liberty Aluminum
02.2019 - 09.2023
- Aluminum tig welding
- Steel mig welding
- Fabricate custom ornamental pieces
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- 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.
Welder
Coastal Welding & Fabrication
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Stick/Mig weldings
- Plant shutdowns
- Traveling
- Millwright
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
Fabrication Shop Manager
Hands Free Security
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Achieved consistently high customer satisfaction ratings through clear communication and attention to detail.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, recognizing achievements and addressing areas for improvement proactively.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring peak operational efficiency at all times to minimize downtime in the shop floor environment.
- Reduced material waste by implementing inventory control measures and optimizing material usage in the fabrication process.
- Managed a team of skilled fabricators, ensuring timely completion of projects and maintaining high-quality standards.
Prep Cook
True Food Kitchen
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Prep Cook, cutting and preparing ingredients to be cooked
- Roasting
- Butcher, weighing and cutting meats to be cooked
- Dishwasher, washer all plates and glasses that are used throughout the shift
Student
Lorenzo Walker Tech. College
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Attended to get certified
- Studied stick, mig, and tig welding
Program Participant
Saint Matthews House
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Building maintenance
- Property landscaping
- Warehouseman
Landscaper
Lawn Brothers Landscaping
01.2016 - 07.2016
- General lawn maintenance – weeding, edging, leaf blowing
- Installation and care of trees and plants
- Tree and hedge pruning and maintenance
- Maintenance of lawn care equipment
Technician
PowerSports Sales and Repairs ( Bailey’s Enterprises)
04.2013 - 09.2015
- Welding/repairing frames
- Salesman – scooters (50 – 250 CC), ATVs, dirt bikes, go karts
- Basic maintenance technician – oil/filter changes, tire changes, engine upgrades, equipment preparation for shipment
Team Leader
American Roofing & Metal
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Team leader – project leadership, schedule adherence / project completion, on site material verification
- Roof leak identification and repair of commercial and residential properties
- Install sheet and tile roofing in Louisville, Lexington and adjacent areas
Welder / Millwright
Preventative Maintenance One
08.2008 - 11.2011
- Install, repair and upgrade conveyor belts for high profile shipping companies
- Completed distant on site large scale projects
- Heavy machine operator
Education
WELDING
Lorenzo Walker Technical College
Naples, FL09-2017
High School Diploma -
Doss High School
Louisville, KY07-2008
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Recruiting and hiring
- Strategic planning
- Customer service
- Training and coaching
- Decision-making
- Workforce development
- Project planning
Timeline
District Manager
AQUA-BRITE INC.
09.2023 - Current
Welder
Liberty Aluminum
02.2019 - 09.2023
Welder
Coastal Welding & Fabrication
06.2018 - 02.2019
Fabrication Shop Manager
Hands Free Security
09.2017 - 06.2018
Prep Cook
True Food Kitchen
06.2017 - 06.2018
Student
Lorenzo Walker Tech. College
01.2017 - 09.2017
Program Participant
Saint Matthews House
07.2016 - 06.2017
Landscaper
Lawn Brothers Landscaping
01.2016 - 07.2016
Technician
PowerSports Sales and Repairs ( Bailey’s Enterprises)
04.2013 - 09.2015
Team Leader
American Roofing & Metal
04.2012 - 02.2013
Welder / Millwright
Preventative Maintenance One
08.2008 - 11.2011
WELDING
Lorenzo Walker Technical College
High School Diploma -
Doss High School
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