Justin Hogston
Lutz,FL
Summary
To obtain a professional welding position where I can utilize my knowledge, skills and abilities within a growing organization Willing to relocate: anywhere authorized to work in the US for any employer
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Instructor
Southern Technical College
12.2025 - Current
- Implemented welding curriculum for diverse skill levels.
- Instructed students on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
- Evaluated student performance through hands-on assessments and feedback.
- Mentored aspiring welders, enhancing their technical skills and confidence.
- Inputted grades and attendance into Canvas database
- Planned field trips for hands-on experience in the field
- Delivered engaging lectures on various welding processes such as arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and shielded metal arc welding.
Welder/Fabricator
CB Anchor Machine & Fab
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Set up welding equipment and tools for various projects, ensuring proper calibration and safety standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate metal components accurately.
- Executed high-quality welding on stainless steel, steel and aluminum materials for custom fabrication projects.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes and improve efficiency.
Welder/Fabricator
Greco Architectural Metal Products
06.2022 - 03.2024
- Conducted quality checks on finished products, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Utilized a variety of tools such as grinders, plasma cutters, and band saws for material preparation.
- Maintained accurate records of work activities, including materials used and hours worked.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Worked closely with project managers to meet deadlines and specifications for custom orders.
Welder/Fabricator
Mary Lame Wrought Iron and Aluminum
11.2020 - 06.2022
- TIG aluminum railing step systems and staircases
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Assisted in the development of new fabrication processes to increase productivity and minimize waste.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
Fabrication Welder
Cobb Industrial Fabricators
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
Welder/Fabricator
Gem City Steel Supply
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Follow blueprints and build accordingly cut and supply customers with metal
- Trained junior welders on safety practices and welding techniques to enhance team skills.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in the ordering of necessary materials and supplies.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
Teacher's Assistant
Bartow County College And Career Academy
01.2016 - 02.2017
- Introduced innovative teaching methods that increased overall class engagement while reinforcing complex concepts effectively.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Maintained open lines of communication between parents/guardians regarding their child's progress; collaborated on actionable steps to ensure success.
- Enhanced student understanding of welding techniques by incorporating hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises.
- Assisted in the selection and procurement of welding equipment, ensuring a well-stocked and efficient learning environment.
Production Welder
Trinity Rail
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Production welding and fitting up
- Set up and calibrated welding equipment for various production tasks, ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate metal components with precision and accuracy.
- Executed high-quality welds on steel, aluminum, and stainless steel materials for diverse projects.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance production workflows and minimize downtime during operations.
Production Welder
Fox Equipment
10.2014 - 01.2015
- Welding, sandblasting, cutting torch, drilling
- Utilized various tools such as grinders and plasma cutters for effective material preparation prior to welding.
- Conducted routine inspections of finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Performed regular maintenance on welding equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety.
Production Welder
Hammer Haag Steel Inc
07.2014 - 09.2014
- Welded in overhead, flat, horizontal, and vertical positions
- Produced flux-core welds sizes ranging from 3/16th to 5/16th inches
- Practiced my personal protective equipment every day at the job
- Maintained a clean and neat work area
Production Welder
B.A.E. Systems
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Welded in overhead, flat, horizontal, and vertical positions
- Produced flux-core welds from sizes ranging from 3/16th to 5/16th inches
- Cut and/or joined metal parts in order to fabricate or repair equipment, and other articles
- Used tools, such as, plasma cutter, MIG welder, chop saw, grinder, drill press, clamps, and hand & power tools
- Designed and fabricated parts and equipment to meet unusual or special needs of DPS
- Used manufacturer specifications, measuring devices, calculator, drawings, or service requests
- Maintained records of work completed in order to provide an accounting activities in the welding shop
- Performed calculations to determine repairs or modifications to be performed
- Maintained supply inventory of routinely used items in the operation of the welding shop
- Inspected stock, ordered goods, and inspected parts and supplies received in order to verify accuracy of invoices
Assistant
Eagle Fire and Safety
05.2009 - 04.2012
- Assisted with inventory and restocking supplies
- Assisted with installing sprinklers and fire units
- Assisted with scheduled follow up maintenance on fire units
- Assisted in scheduling maintenance and inspection appointments for fire safety equipment.
- Supported the installation and testing of fire alarms and sprinkler systems.
- Collaborated with team members to develop efficient procedures for equipment handling.
Education
Tulsa Welding School
Jacksonville, FL01.2014
Diploma -
JW Mitchell High School
New Port Richey, FL05.2009
Skills
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Repair
- Fabricator experience
- MIG welding
- Machine drilling
- Stick welding
- Plasma Cutting
- Fabrication
- TIG welding
- Welder experience
- Grinding
Certification
Welding Certification
Additional Information
- Skills
- Utilized assorted electrodes and filler metals
- Welded plate & structural steel in accordance with ASME & AWS codes and standards
- Welded mild steel pipe in accordance with ASME Section IX
- Skilled in basic fitting & piping system layouts
- Welded plate & structural steel in the flat, vertical, horizontal & overhead positions
- Able to interpret blueprints and welding diagrams
- Welded stainless steel & aluminum in accordance with Military Standard 1595-A
- Welded 2"-5" pipe in the following positions: 2G, 5G, & 6G
- Welded larger diameter piping according to pipeline standard API 1104
- Ran overlapping beads; performed butt, fillet, socket & groove welds
- Measured, cut, prepared & fitted segments of pipe & structural steel
- Used These Welding Processes Electrodes Utilized Wire Diameters Used
- SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick)
- E-7018
- .045
- GMAW-Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG)
- E-6010
- .035
- FCAW-Flux Core Arc Welding
- E-7024
- Prepared & Cut Various Metals Using the Following items:
- Industrial Grinders
- Plasma & Air Carbon Arc Gouging
- Beveling Machines
- Track & Hand Torches
Timeline
Welding Instructor
Southern Technical College
12.2025 - Current
Welder/Fabricator
CB Anchor Machine & Fab
01.2024 - 12.2025
Welder/Fabricator
Greco Architectural Metal Products
06.2022 - 03.2024
Welder/Fabricator
Mary Lame Wrought Iron and Aluminum
11.2020 - 06.2022
Fabrication Welder
Cobb Industrial Fabricators
02.2018 - 11.2020
Welder/Fabricator
Gem City Steel Supply
02.2017 - 02.2018
Teacher's Assistant
Bartow County College And Career Academy
01.2016 - 02.2017
Production Welder
Trinity Rail
01.2015 - 12.2015
Production Welder
Fox Equipment
10.2014 - 01.2015
Production Welder
Hammer Haag Steel Inc
07.2014 - 09.2014
Production Welder
B.A.E. Systems
08.2013 - 01.2014
Assistant
Eagle Fire and Safety
05.2009 - 04.2012
Tulsa Welding School
Diploma -
JW Mitchell High School