Ken Beauford
Odessa
Summary
Dynamic technician with extensive experience at NOV Tuboscope, excelling in equipment calibration and mechanical repairs. Proven leadership in training staff and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in welding and issue analysis, consistently achieving high-quality standards and optimizing performance in fast-paced environments. Committed to driving results and fostering team development.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
NOV Tuboscope
Odessa
05.2008 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance on pipe inspection equipment for manufacturing operations.
- Rebuilt pipe inspection equipment, plumbed hydraulics, and installed systems in Tuboscope facilities to support manufacturing operations.
- Calibrate pipe inspection equipment for third party inspections.
- Conducted generator repairs to maintain operational efficiency.
- Make or modify parts by using a mill or lathe.
- Repair parts by using welding techniques (steel or aluminum)
- Conducted inspections of tubular products to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
- Repaired and calibrated machinery to enhance operational performance.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues during production runs to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
Shop Foreman
New Tech Systems
Odessa
05.2005 - 05.2008
- Used hand and power tools, equipment and instruments accurately.
- Verified safe and proper operation of a wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Provided training, coaching and support of staff members, resulting in elevated individual performance to boosted service standards.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
Welder/Mechanic/Shipping and Receiving Clerk
ICO Inc.
Odessa
06.1994 - 08.2005
- Built and assembled pipe inspection and pipe cleaning equipment.
- Repaired hydraulic systems, made hydraulic hoses , replaced hydraulic pumps.
- Refurbished inspection units from the ground up. (breaks,axles,hydraulics, framework)
- Investigated and implemented shipping and receiving strategies, selecting optimal carriers, routes, and methods.
- Monitored shipment schedules, ensured timely delivery, and communicated variances to customers.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
Education
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
Odessa, TX06.1989
Skills
- Assembly and Production
- Blueprint interpretation
- Assembly operations
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Hydraulic systems
- Welding
- Calibration techniques
- Instrument Calibration
- Quality inspections
- Calibration methods
- Welding methods
- Blueprints and Schematics
- Preventative maintenance
- Issue Analysis
- Mechanical aptitude
- Component replacement
- Loading and unloading
- Problem solving
- Leadership skills
- Employee coaching
- Welding techniques
- Preventative maintenance
- Instrument Calibration
References
K&C Tech Services
Keith Westfall
432-563-0662
New Tech systems
Rodney Shelton
432-934-5836
New Tech systems
Donna Kelm
432-413-8894
Timeline
Technician
NOV Tuboscope
05.2008 - Current
Shop Foreman
New Tech Systems
05.2005 - 05.2008
Welder/Mechanic/Shipping and Receiving Clerk
ICO Inc.
06.1994 - 08.2005
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School