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Kenton Blanton

Lake Park,GA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welding Fabricator

Union Tank Car Company
Valdosta, Georgia
04.2022 - Current
  • Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
  • Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
  • Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
  • Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment including torches and regulators.
  • Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
  • Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
  • Built jigs and fixtures used in the production of various products.
  • Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
  • Applied sealants or protective coatings on completed assemblies as required.
  • Troubleshot problems related to fabrication process and proposed solutions for improvement.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations at all times while working on the shop floor.
  • Worked closely with other departments such as Engineering, Quality Control and Shipping and Receiving for smooth operations flow.

HVAC Assistant

Carter Heating and Air
Lake Park, GA
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Assisted in installing, repairing and maintaining HVAC systems.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Repaired and replaced defective parts of HVAC systems as needed.
  • Inspected HVAC components for proper operation and functionality.
  • Monitored system operations to detect potential issues or problems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Echols County High School
Statenville, Georgia
05-2022

Welding And Fabrication Diploma

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta

Skills

  • Precision measurement
  • Electrical Safety
  • Power tool safety
  • Fall protection
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Hand tool safety
  • Quality Control and Assurance
  • OSHA Requirements
  • Ventilation and air conditioning
  • Welding Techniques
  • Dedicated Team Player

Certification

  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding certified
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding certified
  • Gas Tungsten Arc Welding certified
  • Flux Cored Arc Welding certified

Timeline

Welding Fabricator

Union Tank Car Company
04.2022 - Current

HVAC Assistant

Carter Heating and Air
04.2021 - 03.2022

High School Diploma -

Echols County High School

Welding And Fabrication Diploma

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Kenton Blanton