Josh Dabler
Bloomington,IL
Summary
Results-driven welding and fabrication specialist with extensive experience at PhillippiHagenbach, demonstrating expertise in CNC programming and effective team collaboration. Proven track record of enhancing project outcomes through strong metallurgy knowledge and precision measurements, ensuring high standards of quality control.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
PhillippiHagenbach
Peoria, IL
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Successfully participated in the fabrication and welding of a 9,000-gallon water tank.
- Helped bend steel on a 20-ton press.
- Welded multipasses to fill and cover up gaps.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Custodian
Unit5
Normal, IL
11.2023 - 12.2023
- I wiped, sanitized, and mopped the halls and special ed classes.
- I stayed after hours to clean up after a state basketball game.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
- Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and serviced regularly according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Recycling materials whenever possible in accordance with company policy and local disposal regulations.
- Disinfecting high-touch areas including doorknobs, handrails on stairs, escalators, and elevator buttons.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
Machinist
ALCAST
Peoria, IL
07.2022 - 08.2023
- I drove on a business trip with my manager to help sort out bad parts that were sent out to a customer.
- Used hoists and fork trucks to move heavy materials around the shop.
- I also helped in different departments of the shop.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by maintaining injection molding machines, dies, robotic bottle packing machines and vacuum and casting furnaces.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Incorporated new preventive and corrective maintenance processes to increase equipment lifespan.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
- Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Measured, laid out and marked metal stock to display placement of cuts.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Designed detailed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance tool performance.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Gauged and maintained tolerances on grinding diameters, depths, squareness and parallelism.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools, and casting variations.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
- Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
Landscaper
Bloomington Country Club
Bloomington, IL
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
Education
Certified Welder - Welding
Heartland Community College
Normal, IL05-2025
Highschool -
Normal Community West Highschool
Normal, IL01.2022
Skills
- Drive a forklift
- Use a walkie
- Use a 20-ton crane
- Mig weld
- Fabricate
- Use a tape measure
- Use a square
- Use a riding mower
- Use a push mower
- Use CNC programming
- Change inserts on the lathe
- Change inserts on mill tools
- Setup and teardown jobs
- Make adjustments in CNC programming
- Cut steel using a blowtorch
- Cut steel using a plasma torch
- Use a grinder
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Precision measurements
- Tool operation
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Surface preparation
- Metallurgy knowledge
- Gas metal arc welding
- Precision measuring tools
- OSHA compliance
- Measurement tools
- Fabrication
- Design interpretation
- Welding inspection
- Distortion control
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Welding machine setup
- Worksite organization
- Attention to detail
- Maintaining components
- Stick welding
- Steel fabrication
- Hazardous material handling
- Product welding
- Horizontal welding
- Torch cutting
- Wire feed machines
- Materials selection
- Brake press operation
- Personal protective equipment
- Vertical welding
- Reweld application
- Hand-eye coordination
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Critical thinking
- Heat treatment
- Rigging techniques
- Shaping and cutting
- Welding symbols
- Flat welding
- Welding safety
- Layout and fitting
- Fire prevention
- Welding
- Health and safety
- Weld slagging
- Time management
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Equipment Repair
- Material handling
- Power tool operation
- Problem-solving
- Framing
- Roofing installation
- Flooring installation
- Materials loading
- Physical stamina
- Worksite safety
- Resource management
- Dependability and reliability
- Scaffold building
- Worksite preparation
- Quality control
- Measuring and leveling
- Basic carpentry
- Heavy lifting
- Electrical installation
- Scaffolding construction
- OSHA
- Masonry work
- Demolition
- Heavy equipment operation
- Machinery operation
- Team-oriented and dependable
- Landscaping
- Scaffolding setup
- Truck loading
- Safety and compliance
- Wooden formworks
- Cabinet installation
- Carpentry
- Painting and finishing
- Drywall hanging
- Construction safety
- First Aid/CPR
Awards
- Heartland Community College Honor Roll
- MIG Welding Certificate
Affiliations
- Small building projects
- Woodworking in Highschool
- Skills USA for construction
Accomplishments
- 3rd place in Skills USA construction
- Deans List of 2022, and Fall of 2023 for Heartland Community College
Certification
- MIG welding certification
- Forklift certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welder
PhillippiHagenbach
01.2024 - 07.2024
Custodian
Unit5
11.2023 - 12.2023
Machinist
ALCAST
07.2022 - 08.2023
Landscaper
Bloomington Country Club
05.2021 - 09.2021
Certified Welder - Welding
Heartland Community College
Highschool -
Normal Community West Highschool