Kadareous Outlaw
Macon,MS
Summary
Detail-oriented Welder with 6 years of experience in executing high-quality welding tasks and fabricating metal structures. Proficient in Mig/Gmaw, Smaw, and Fcaw welding techniques with a strong ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings. Seeking a Welder role to leverage skills in ensuring structural integrity and adherence to safety standards. I also have my OSHA 10.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Helper
Yates Construction Company
Philadelphia, MS
2025 - 2026
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Operated hand and power tools for construction tasks, maintaining equipment in optimal condition.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily project objectives efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted material inventory checks, ensuring accurate supply levels for ongoing projects.
- Supported skilled tradespeople by preparing materials and maintaining organized workspaces.
Welder/Helper/ Laborer
Bracken Construction
Columbus, MS
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in the fabrication and repair of metal structures by performing welding tasks, maintaining equipment, and supporting skilled welders to ensure efficient and safe construction operations.
- Assisted welders in fabricating metal structures and components
- Operated hand tools and equipment for welding processes
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and tools
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment
Maintenance Technician
Barge Forest Product
Macon, MS
2022 - 2023
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety standards.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
MIG Welder
Navistar Defense
West Point, MS
01.2021 - 2022
- Executed high-quality welding tasks on military vehicles and equipment, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Fabricated and assembled components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Operated welding equipment efficiently, maintaining optimal performance.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder
Plum Creek
West Point, MS
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Fabricated and repaired metal structures and components by interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality specifications at Plum Creek.
- Assisted in developing training materials to enhance skills and safety awareness among staff.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
Education
Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux-core Arc Welding - Welding Technology
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MS01.2019
Diploma - undefined
Noxubee County High School
01.2017
Skills
- Mig/Gmaw
- Smaw
- Fcaw
- Gtaw
- Mathematical Skills
- Set Up Equipment and Welded Parts According to Welding Chart Specifications and Type
- Attention to Detail
- Steady Hands and Good Hand-Eye Coordination
- Good Communication
- Prepared Quality Products While Maintaining Portion Control and Presentation Within Service Goal Times
- Presented Orders to Guests Within Anticipated Service Times
- Read Blueprints
- Welded Fabrication Materials, Continuously Checking for Safety and Quality
- Repair Machinery
- Set Up Components for Welding
- Followed Safety Guidelines Through Proper Machine Guarding and Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Test and Inspect Welded Surfaces and Discover Flaws
- Forklift Operation
- Leadership
Timeline
Welder/Helper/ Laborer
Bracken Construction
01.2024 - 01.2025
MIG Welder
Navistar Defense
01.2021 - 2022
Welder
Plum Creek
01.2018 - 01.2019
Diploma - undefined
Noxubee County High School
Helper
Yates Construction Company
2025 - 2026
Maintenance Technician
Barge Forest Product
2022 - 2023
Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux-core Arc Welding - Welding Technology
East Mississippi Community College