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Joseph Rackley

Makawao

Summary

Dependable and hardworking individual with strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work. Possesses foundational knowledge in welding techniques and safety protocols, combined with hands-on skills in metal fabrication and blueprint reading. Aims to contribute to success of projects by ensuring structural integrity and precision in every weld.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Structural Welder

Colt Construction
01.2023 - 08.2025
  • Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
  • Used MIG and TIG welding on structural supports.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing challenging projects that required diverse welding methods and materials expertise.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Enhanced structural integrity by executing precise welding techniques on various materials.
  • Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations during all welding activities.
  • Reduced project completion times through efficient planning and prioritization of welding tasks.
  • Kept work area clean and organized.
  • Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
  • Consistently met production targets without sacrificing craftsmanship or safety standards by balancing speed with precision in every task.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning and training, staying up-to-date on industry advancements and best practices.
  • Completed complex welding assignments under tight deadlines without compromising safety or workmanship standards.
  • Tested welding and safety equipment to check performance.
  • Increased overall project quality with meticulous attention to detail in weld alignment and configuration.
  • Collaborated with other trades on large-scale projects, coordinating efforts to ensure seamless integration of welded components into the final structure.
  • Contributed to a reduction in rework costs by consistently delivering accurate welds that met or exceeded industry standards.
  • Performed thorough inspections of completed welds, ensuring adherence to design specifications and high-quality workmanship.
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by collaborating effectively with team members, engineers, and supervisors.
  • Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
  • Minimized material waste while maintaining high-quality results through careful measurement and cutting techniques.
  • Provided guidance for junior welders, fostering a supportive workplace environment focused on growth and improvement.
  • Minimized warping using good fitting, burning, and welding techniques.
  • Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames.
  • Ensured structural integrity for new construction projects by performing precise welds according to engineering specifications.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by organizing welding supplies and materials, ensuring smooth workflow and easy access.
  • Improved project completion times with efficient organization of welding tasks and effective coordination with other trades.
  • Achieved recognition for outstanding craftsmanship, consistently delivering welds that exceeded quality control standards.
  • Supported quality assurance efforts, participating in inspections and making adjustments as needed to meet strict industry standards.
  • Reduced rework and material waste by applying advanced welding techniques for stronger and cleaner joints.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement, regularly attending workshops and certification courses on advanced welding techniques.
  • Improved structural resilience of buildings, applying expert welding techniques to critical load-bearing components.
  • Played key role in completing challenging projects on time by working flexible hours and adapting to changing site conditions.
  • Delivered durable and aesthetically pleasing weld finishes by mastering variety of welding techniques and materials.
  • Contributed to team skill enhancement by sharing knowledge of latest welding technologies and best practices.
  • Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
  • Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
  • Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
  • Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
  • Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
  • Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
  • Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
  • Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
  • Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
  • Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
  • Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.

Education

High School Diploma -

King Kekaulike High School
Kula, HI

Skills

  • Personal protective equipment
  • Vertical welding
  • Horizontal welding
  • Grinding techniques
  • Flux core welding
  • Weld defects identification
  • Visual inspection
  • Fabrication
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • Welding quality control
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Welding documentation
  • Plasma cutting
  • Cutting techniques
  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Quality controls
  • Structural fabrication
  • Beam welding
  • Joint preparation
  • Welding consumables
  • Welder qualification test
  • Structural repair
  • Plate welding
  • Finishing work
  • Fire prevention
  • Carbon steel welding
  • Beam installation
  • Grinding work
  • Overhead welding
  • Parts alignment
  • Parts fabrication
  • Truck unloading
  • Column connecting

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Structural Welder

Colt Construction
01.2023 - 08.2025

High School Diploma -

King Kekaulike High School