KEVIN LEE
GALLUP,NM
Summary
To obtain a position with responsibility and opportunity for advancement. To further my training and gain the experience into my future career. Precision-driven Welder, known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialize in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques, ensuring strong and precise welds under various conditions. Skilled at reading blueprints and understanding structural requirements. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management to meet project deadlines with quality results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skid Welder
PESCO
Farmington, NM
10.2022 - Current
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Floor Technician
American Terrazzo
Garland, TX
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Repaired diverse flooring types using tools and equipment.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Applied new finish to floors using brushes, rollers, or trowels.
Automotive Technician
Walmart
Gallup, NM
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans
- Aligned systems with manufacturer specifications through skilled calibration.
- Locate and remove defective parts for skilled adjustment, repair or replacement.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
Oil & Lube Technician
Walmart
Tulsa, OK
05.2016 - 02.2019
- Performed routine maintenance services such as tire rotation and balancing.
- Inspected vehicle fluids levels and topped off as necessary.
- Rotated tires and checked brakes on vehicles.
- Communicated with customers regarding status of service work and estimated timeframe for completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gallup Central High School
Gallup, NM, USMay 2011
Certificate - Tulsa Welding School
Professional Welding With Pipefitting Program
Tulsa, Oklahoma, USFebruary 2017
Skills
Pipefitting Skills and Capabilities:
- Air Carbon Arc Gouging
- Watts Beveling Machines
- Oxyfuel-Hand Torches
- Plasma Arc
Specialty Piping:
- Threaded Pipe Fabrication
- Socket Weld Pipe Fabrication
- Carbon Steel
- Brass
- Ductile Iron
- CPVC and PVC
- Grooved Piping (CS)
- Copper
Professional Knowledge and Abilities:
- Interpretation of Blueprints and Detail Sheets (SO'S and Orthographic)
- Identification, Installation and maintenance of valves
- Underground pipe installation
- Stress relieving and aligning
- Rigging equipment and practices
- Above ground pipe installation
- Identify and install steam traps
- Safety of processes and procedures
- Advanced pipe fabrication
- Testing piping systems and equipment
- Knowledge of evacuations
- Field routing and vessel trim
- Identify hot traps
- Oxy/fuel cutting
Welding Skills and Capabilities:
- Utilized E-6010, E-7018 E-7024, E-308, E-309L, ER4043 & ER6061 rods & electrodes
- Welded structural steel in the following positions: 1F, 2F, 3F, 4F, 1G, 2G, 3G, & 4G
- Welded plate and structural steel in accordance with ASME section 1X & AWS DII
- Welded aluminum and stainless steel in accordance with Military Standard 1595-A
- Cut prepared & fitted segments of carbon steel pipe, plate and structural metal
- Welded 2"-6" pipe in accordance with ASME section IX & API 1104
- Welded 2"-6" in the following positions: 2G, 5G, & 6G
Trained in the following welding procedures:
- GTAW-Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG or Heliarc)SMAW-Shielded Metal Arc Welding (Stick)
- GMAW-Gas Metal Arc Welding (MIG)
- FCAW-Flux Core Arc Welding
Prepared and Cut Metals Using:
- Air Carbon Are Gouging
- Watts Beveling Machines
- Oxyfuel-Hand Torches
- Plasma Arc
Certification
Introduction to Welding, Forklift Operator Training 2014, Structural Welding I, NSC First Aid Course 2013, MIG& Flux Core Welding, NSC CPR Course 2013 Structural Welding II, Defensive Driving Course, Basic Pipe Welding, Pipe Welding I, Pipe Welding II, H.F.Tig &/or Pipeline Welding, Career Preparation
Timeline
Skid Welder
PESCO
10.2022 - Current
Floor Technician
American Terrazzo
03.2022 - 09.2022
Automotive Technician
Walmart
05.2019 - 01.2022
Oil & Lube Technician
Walmart
05.2016 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Gallup Central High School
Certificate - Tulsa Welding School
Professional Welding With Pipefitting Program
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