Ky Foley
Elk City,OK
Summary
Proven welding expert with extensive experience at companies like Jason Kos, showcasing a strong proficiency in MIG, TIG, and Flux-Cored Arc Welding. Adept at enhancing project efficiency and quality, demonstrated through superior teamwork and problem-solving abilities. Achieved a consistent record of exceeding client expectations, underlining a commitment to excellence and safety in all welding tasks.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Welder
Jason Kos
Elk City, OK
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Collaborated effectively with team members to optimize workflow and achieve project goals within designated timelines.
- Achieved consistent results across diverse materials such as stainless steel, aluminum alloys, carbon steel plates.
- Enhanced project efficiency by completing welding tasks on time and according to specifications.
- Expedited work progress by efficiently prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability.
- Improved overall project quality through meticulous attention to detail during all stages of the welding process.
- Performed thorough inspections of welded components, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new processes as required by evolving project needs or changes in technology.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and fitting metal pieces prior to welding.
- Increased productivity with proficiency in various welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, stick, and flux core.
- Consistently met or exceeded client expectations by delivering high-quality work with an unwavering commitment to excellence.
- Minimized downtime through swift troubleshooting skills applied when encountering issues during the welding process.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to accurately interpret project specifications for each assigned task.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing hazards for coworkers and promoting overall workplace safety.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
Heavy Trailer Mechanic and Welder
O-Tex
Elk City, OK
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by performing high-quality trailer repairs in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed work, providing transparency for management and clients.
- Performed preventative maintenance on trailers, prolonging their lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Ran diagnostic procedures for electrical issues.
- Installed new parts on trailers according to manufacturer guidelines, ensuring proper fitment and functionality.
- Improved trailer safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repairs, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Repaired or replaced damaged components on trailers, restoring them to optimal functionality quickly and effectively.
- Increased workshop efficiency by organizing tools and equipment for easy access during repairs.
- Troubleshot electrical systems in trailers to identify issues and perform appropriate fixes as needed.
- Consistently met performance metrics set forth by management while maintaining high levels of quality workmanship.
- Troubleshot problems and implemented solutions to fix issues with brakes.
- Reduced downtime for trailers by efficiently diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues.
- Mentored junior mechanics in the shop, sharing knowledge of best practices for trailer repair work.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- 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.
Welder
Denmark Fencing
Lone Camp, Texas
08.2020 - 02.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
Lynn’s Welding
Lynn Blacketter
Leedey, OK
04.2016 - 03.2020
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Achieved consistent weld quality by adhering to established welding procedures and safety protocols.
- Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance by regularly monitoring and adjusting welding machines as needed.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Canute High School
Canute, OK05.2014
Certified Diesel Mechanic - Diesel Mechanics
Western Oklahoma Career Tech
Burns Flat, OK05.2014
Skills
- Welding Safety Procedures
- Brazing and Soldering
- Stainless Steel Welding
- Vertical Welding
- Flat Welding
- Horizontal Welding
- Pipe welding
- Structural welding
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Welding Repair
- Metal Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Stick Welding
- Power Tool Operation
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Surface grinding
- Arc welding
- Fabrication
- MIG welding
- Portable Grinders
- Parts Cleaning and Degreasing
- Pipe fitting
- Self Motivation
- Combination Metal Welding
Timeline
Contract Welder
Jason Kos
01.2024 - 07.2024
Heavy Trailer Mechanic and Welder
O-Tex
02.2023 - 01.2024
Welder
Denmark Fencing
08.2020 - 02.2021
Lynn’s Welding
Lynn Blacketter
04.2016 - 03.2020
Diploma - General Studies
Canute High School
Certified Diesel Mechanic - Diesel Mechanics
Western Oklahoma Career Tech