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Kevin Patterson

Cedar City

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in welding and fabrication, including MIG and TIG techniques. Proven management skills in overseeing operations and training teams. Adept in CADD design and CNC programming, consistently delivering high-quality products while ensuring safety and compliance.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder/Fabricator

JAS Welding, LLC
10.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.

Shop Manager

LAVA Gel, USA/Forever Young
05.2022 - 02.2024


  • Sold Patterson Fabrication, LLC to LAVA Gel and continued to manage business for new owners.
  • Incorporated the design and fabrication of automated packaging equipment for new owners.
  • Continued to oversee the daily operations including but not limited to design, purchasing, customer relations, managing employees, etc.

Owner/Operator

Patterson Fabrication, LLC
05.2014 - 05.2022
  • Owner of a fabrication shop which included the operation of CNC mills, lathes, a water jet, manual machines, welders (MIG, TIG, Stick) and various power tools.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided consultation on product design and troubleshooting with the use of CAD.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
  • Provided training to employees in the various forms welding, the safe use of machinist/power tools.
  • Trained and insured the proper use of PPE and safety protocols.

Welder/Fabricator

Phil Hayes, Inc
03.2010 - 05.2014


  • MIG and TIG welding with various metals including steel, stainless, aluminum, and some exotics.
  • Trained to work with Mazak CNC machines.
  • Fabrication included stainless furniture for Thomas Bartlett, dwarf car drivetrains, custom chassis' and components and large aircraft parts for the Airforce.


Welder/Fabricator

Rod Paulson, Inc
01.2005 - 03.2010


  • Work included but not limited to wrought iron, heavy equipment repair and fuel cell construction.
  • Erection of typical red-iron steel buildings and quonset-hut style buildings.
  • EPA site clean-up of surface and under-ground mine complexes. This included operation of heavy equipment-backhoes, loaders, forklifts.
  • Biological, geological and physical assessment of mine structures. Mitigation techniques including back-fill, heavy steel structures and use of polyurethane foam.
  • Multiple OSHA and MSHA certifications to meet or exceed requirements for RIO Tinto, USA and Department of Interior.
  • Development of SHEAP (Safety Hazard Environmental Action Plan) documentation for above entities.

Owner/Operator

KT Builders, LLC
01.2000 - 01.2005
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Qualifying employee for a class B license in Nevada for light commercial and residential construction.
  • Additional licenses included metal building erection, fencing and playground equipment.
  • Design and construction of multiple custom homes.
  • Managed 12 employees and sub-contractors.
  • Purchasing agent for the various building materials involved with custom commercial/residential constructions.

Electrician

Childress Electric, CO
06.1990 - 01.2000


  • Shop foreman and lead electrician with experience in residential, commercial and industrial applications.
  • Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
  • Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
  • Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
  • Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
  • Demonstrated expertise in use of cable reels, stripping tools, voltage detectors, and wire and cable cutters to complete fast-paced work.
  • Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.

Education

Pahrump Valley High School
Pahrump, NV
06-1992

Skills

  • MIG, TIG and Stick Welding
  • CADD Design
  • Dual-shield unlimited 1G structural cert
  • Stainless Steel unlimited 6G structural TIG cert
  • Management Experience In various trades
  • Experience in fabrication from engineered drawings
  • Programming and operation of CNC lathe, mill and water-jet
  • Maintenance and repair of shop equipment
  • Design and manufacturing of various products

Timeline

Welder/Fabricator

JAS Welding, LLC
10.2024 - Current

Shop Manager

LAVA Gel, USA/Forever Young
05.2022 - 02.2024

Owner/Operator

Patterson Fabrication, LLC
05.2014 - 05.2022

Welder/Fabricator

Phil Hayes, Inc
03.2010 - 05.2014

Welder/Fabricator

Rod Paulson, Inc
01.2005 - 03.2010

Owner/Operator

KT Builders, LLC
01.2000 - 01.2005

Electrician

Childress Electric, CO
06.1990 - 01.2000

Pahrump Valley High School

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