Josiah Barber
Valdez,USA
Summary
Dedicated man seeking a congenial career in welding, fabrication, or pipe-fitting. Able to bring to bear diverse, previously developed skills and character traits, which, if applied to its workforce, will be increasingly effective in augmenting any operation's productivity in any industry. These necessary abilities include, but are not limited to, meticulousness, safety compliance, critical thinking, organization, efficiency, and the application of high-quality standards. I humbly recognize that it is imperative to constantly augment one's abilities and knowledge by way of training, and to challenge oneself daily. For only then shall I be an invaluable asset to my team, and thereby contribute my efforts to the increasing development and success of our industry as a whole.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Houston Contracting Company
Valdez, AK
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted with diverse multi-craft maintenance projects on the Valdez Marine Terminal.
Carpenter Apprentice
Barnett Building
Valdez, AK
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated an all-terrain forklift and a man lift. Erected metal structures, excavation work, and various building construction projects.
Maintenance Personnel
Wilson Brothers Distributing
Valdez, AK
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Welding repairs on 18-wheeler trailer chassis, and various maintenance and upkeep for trucks and trailers. Operate the forklifts, the loaders, and the yard mule to transit trailers.
Fabrication Welder
Dragon Products Company
Beaumont, TX
12.2022 - 05.2024
- The complete fabrication of diverse metal projects, including pressure vessel welding, pipe welding, pipefitting, and trailer fabrication. Creating custom blueprints and diagrams, and collaborating on the invention of unique trailers. Redesigning and updating previously made skids and trailers. Assembling pump and motor systems, processing metals, and teaching other employees.
Self-Employed
Sub-Contractor
Houston, TX
02.2018 - 11.2022
- Working as a subcontractor for different general contractors. Various home remodeling, demolition, and construction projects, which involved diverse trades. Various odd-job services were offered.
Fabrication Welder
Titan Industries Ltd
Spring, TX
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Fabricating various metal projects, including ethanol blending systems, diverse above-ground petroleum storage tanks, and other types of pressure vessels. Diverse pipe-fitting assignments, including installing the piping for a butane blending system on the Phillips 66 Tank Farm in Pasadena, Texas. Forklift operation.
Tent Installer
Rentaland Tents & Events Orlando
Orlando, FL
10.2013 - 06.2016
- Driving box trucks and trailers. Installing and uninstalling large, temporary metal structures while coordinating with clients. Organizing large amounts of various items to be assembled together on-site.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkway Christian Academy
Spring, TX07-2011
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
- Punctuality and reliability
- Job site organization
- Complete safety compliance
- Team collaboration and motivation
- Vehicular safety
- Equipment and facilities maintenance
- Complex problem-solving
References
- Bracken Jones, Department Executive, Dragon Products, (409) 860-9709
- Travis Woodcock, Labor General Foreman, HCC, (907) 834-7127
- Timothy Griffith, Valdez Resident, (907) 320-6024
- Brian Fickes, Pastor, Valdez Bible Baptist Church, (907) 831-2238
Timeline
Laborer
Houston Contracting Company
12.2024 - 08.2025
Carpenter Apprentice
Barnett Building
07.2024 - 10.2024
Maintenance Personnel
Wilson Brothers Distributing
06.2024 - 07.2024
Fabrication Welder
Dragon Products Company
12.2022 - 05.2024
Self-Employed
Sub-Contractor
02.2018 - 11.2022
Fabrication Welder
Titan Industries Ltd
07.2016 - 01.2018
Tent Installer
Rentaland Tents & Events Orlando
10.2013 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Parkway Christian Academy