Kenneth Reed
Pampa
Summary
Detail-oriented welder with extensive expertise in TIG, MIG, and STICK welding. Proficient in blueprint interpretation and safety compliance. Consistently delivers high-quality workmanship across diverse projects.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Combo Pipe Welder
GrayWolf
Alpharetta
04.2024 - Current
- Fabricated pipe and tank systems using various welding techniques and tools.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise welding.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively prioritizing workload.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques, such as TIG, MIG, and STICK welding processes.
- worked new construction and repair
Combo Welder
Integrity Tank Services
Henderson
04.2021 - 10.2023
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components for tank and pipe construction.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Used keyplates and bulls pins to properly align sheets for tank erection
Combo Welder
City Machine & Welding
Amarillo
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Built tube trailers for helium and natural gas, with different welding techniques such as TIG, Stick, and MIG.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to plan welding procedures.
- Contributed to the company's success in obtaining repeat business from satisfied clients, due to consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship.
Combo Welder
Phillips Tank & Structure
Braddock
02.2017 - 10.2019
- Performed flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead welds, depending on the needs of the particular tank or pipe job.
- Completed work with proper alignment and allowances for shrinkage to produce durable welds.
- Built new tanks and repaired old ones, depending on the job task.
Combo Welder
Unitherm Food Systems
Bristow
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Built industrial-sized ovens and freezers for food manufacturers, such as Kraft Foods.
- Welding assembly and blueprint reading were utilized at this company using the stainless TIG process.
Combo Welder
Cust O Fab
Sand Springs
03.2016 - 07.2016
- Built heat exchangers and pressure vessels using TIG, STICK, FLUX-CORE, and SUB-ARC
Combo Welder
Sivalls Inc.
Pampa
04.2014 - 02.2016
- Built pressure vessels, heater treaters, and high-pressure separators using STICK, MIG, and SUB-ARC processes.
Combo Welder
Steam & Process Repairs
Gonzales
06.2013 - 04.2014
- Built online clamps and closures for ExxonMobil, Motiva, and Dow using TIG and flux-core.
Combo Welder
Superior Fabrication Inc.
Canadian
11.2012 - 05.2013
- Built high-pressure separator vessels using stick, MIG, flux-core, and sub-arc.
Combo Welder
Connor Industry
Borger
03.2012 - 11.2012
- Worked a turnaround job building a 36-inch stainless exhaust using TIG and flux-core.
Combo Welder
Crall Products
Pampa
07.2008 - 10.2011
- Built heater treaters, tank batteries, water knockouts, and high-pressure separators using STICK, FLUX-CORE, and SUB-ARC.
C0mbo welder
Fluid Compressor
Pampa
05.2004 - 03.2008
- Built compressors for the oil and gas industry using MIG and sub arc.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
Amarillo College
Amarillo, TXSkills
- Pipe welding
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
- Welding techniques
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Combo Pipe Welder
GrayWolf
04.2024 - Current
Combo Welder
Integrity Tank Services
04.2021 - 10.2023
Combo Welder
City Machine & Welding
12.2019 - 12.2020
Combo Welder
Phillips Tank & Structure
02.2017 - 10.2019
Combo Welder
Unitherm Food Systems
07.2016 - 02.2017
Combo Welder
Cust O Fab
03.2016 - 07.2016
Combo Welder
Sivalls Inc.
04.2014 - 02.2016
Combo Welder
Steam & Process Repairs
06.2013 - 04.2014
Combo Welder
Superior Fabrication Inc.
11.2012 - 05.2013
Combo Welder
Connor Industry
03.2012 - 11.2012
Combo Welder
Crall Products
07.2008 - 10.2011
C0mbo welder
Fluid Compressor
05.2004 - 03.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
Amarillo College