Kalinski Townsend
Houma,LA
Summary
Dependable Rig Welder offeringproven success in industry. Managing rig operations, including welding, and fabrication to optimize production. Training new rig workers on processes and procedures to speed onboarding.
Skilled Rig Welder with relevant experience in manual welding techniques, blueprint interpretation, and safety compliance. Strengths include strong technical skills, ability to work under pressure, and maintaining high quality standards. Proven track record of improving efficiency and reducing downtime in previous roles.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Rig Welder
Noble Drilling
Houston, Texas
03.2025 - Current
- Fabricated metal components for drilling rigs using welding techniques.
- Inspected welds to ensure compliance with safety standards and specifications.
- Operated welding equipment and tools to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe work environment on-site.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly of rig parts.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Adhered to company policies and safety regulations during all welding activities.
- Assisted in training new welders on proper techniques and safety practices.
- Identified areas requiring improvement within the organization's process and procedures related to rig weldings.
- Consulted with clients regarding custom orders prior to beginning any work.
- Fabricated, assembled, and welded components for industrial rigs according to blueprints and technical specifications.
- Demonstrated safe usage of hand and power tools to repair operational components.
- Clamped, tack-weld, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts prior to welding.
- Repaired damaged parts in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Welder/Structural Fitter
Cajun Cutters
Houma, LA
01.2012 - 03.2025
- Operated welding equipment to perform high-quality metal joining tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate weld placements.
- Inspected welds for structural integrity and adherence to safety standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance in production.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during welding operations.
- Trained junior welders on techniques and best practices in the workshop.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Education
Ellender Memorial High School
Houma, LASkills
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment operation
- Weld inspection
- Metal fabrication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training and mentoring
- Effective communication
Timeline
Rig Welder
Noble Drilling
03.2025 - Current
Welder/Structural Fitter
Cajun Cutters
01.2012 - 03.2025
Ellender Memorial High School