Welder/fitter
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Facilitated cross-department communication, ensuring projects stayed on schedule with clear updates and coordination.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.