Kenny Dahl
Spokane,WA
Summary
Skilled Fabricator and Welder with a proven track record at Empire Signs, adept in material knowledge and vertical welding. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and exceptional team collaboration abilities. Excelled in fabricating precise components and structures, significantly enhancing team performance and workplace safety. Mastery in MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques, committed to quality and efficiency.
Professional fabricator with strong expertise in metalworking, welding, and blueprint interpretation. Proven ability to enhance productivity through precise craftsmanship and innovative problem-solving. Highly reliable team player who adapts to changing needs and consistently delivers quality results. Skilled in operating various fabrication tools and maintaining safety standards in fast-paced environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Fabricator/Sign Maker
Empire Signs
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
Welder/Fitter
Metal Roll Forming Systems
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder/Fitter
Brooklyn Iron Works
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
Fabricator/Painter
Wemco International
03.2013 - 01.2016
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Managed inventory of supplies and ensured proper maintenance of painting equipment for optimal performance on each job site.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
- Maintained detailed records of production and assembly processes.
- Supported new team members, sharing knowledge and skills to improve overall team performance in metal fabrication.
Education
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
S.F.C.C
Spokane, WA06-2012
Associate of Applied Science -
Welding & Blueprint Reading
Shelton, WA05-1992
High School Diploma -
Mead Sr High
Spokane, WA06-1988
Skills
- Fabrication
- Material knowledge
- Torch cutting
- Cutting and grinding
- Strong work ethic
- Power tool operation
- Layout and fitting
- Effective multitasking
- Vertical welding
- Team player
- Safety awareness
- Material prepping
Certification
I had my 3G-4G Certification but has recently expired. Could easily obtain again.
Other places ive worked
Morrows Fabrication, Garco Building Systems, Western States Steel, Alloy Trailers, BMT Metal Fab, North Valley Cont.
Timeline
Fabricator/Sign Maker
Empire Signs
10.2023 - 02.2025
Welder/Fitter
Metal Roll Forming Systems
03.2019 - 08.2023
Welder/Fitter
Brooklyn Iron Works
02.2016 - 08.2019
Fabricator/Painter
Wemco International
03.2013 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts - Information Technology
S.F.C.C
Associate of Applied Science -
Welding & Blueprint Reading
High School Diploma -
Mead Sr High
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