Kyle Lucas
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dynamic welder and fabricator with extensive experience at System Applications and Technology, skilled in MIG and TIG welding. Proven attention to detail and expertise in blueprint interpretation led to successful project completions. Adept in maintaining equipment and ensuring safety standards, enhancing operational efficiency and team performance. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures that positively impacts morale and productivity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder/Fabricator
System Applications and Technology
Norfolk, VA
11.2024 - Current
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to complete fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld placements.
- Conducted inspections of welds for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Maintained welding tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
Welder/ Coxswain
Atlantic Target and Marine Operations
Norfolk, VA
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Participated in multiple underway trips to perform exercises with the Navy.
- Fabricated and welded brackets and other material/equipment to assist ATMO personnel.
- Completed Advanced Crewman and Coxswain certifications.
- Maintained welding equipment, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
- Created and assembled a variety of different targets for Navy use.
Damage Controlman
United Sates Coast Guard
Cape May, NJ
07.2015 - 05.2020
- Conducted damage control training drills to enhance crew readiness and response capabilities.
- Implemented waterborne firefighting techniques, ensuring safety during emergency situations.
- Developed and maintained damage control equipment inventory for operational readiness.
- Completed multiple shipboard inspections and any basic repair needed to uphold strict performance standards.
Education
Combination Maritime Welding - Maritime Trades
Tidewater Tech
Norfolk, VA10-2022
Combination Welding - Construction Trades
Tidewater Tech
Norfolk, VA12-2021
Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning - Residential And Commercial
Tidewater Tech
Norfolk, VA05-2021
No Degree - United States Coast Guard
Damage Control A School
Yorktown, VA09-2016
High School Diploma -
Honeoye Falls-Lima High School
Honeoye Falls, NY06-2012
Skills
- Welding/ Fabricating
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading and interpretation
- Gas Cutting and Brazing
- Shield Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Flux Core Arc Welding
- Plasma Cutting
- Personnel Management
- Hand and Power Tools
- Firefighting Activities
Certification
EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Transition Certification: Universal
OSHA-10 Construction
SMAW (Stick) 3G & 4G
FCAW (Fluxcore and MIG) 3G & 4G
GTAW (Steel TIG) 6G
Timeline
Welder/Fabricator
System Applications and Technology
11.2024 - Current
Welder/ Coxswain
Atlantic Target and Marine Operations
05.2022 - 11.2024
Damage Controlman
United Sates Coast Guard
07.2015 - 05.2020
Combination Maritime Welding - Maritime Trades
Tidewater Tech
Combination Welding - Construction Trades
Tidewater Tech
Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning - Residential And Commercial
Tidewater Tech
No Degree - United States Coast Guard
Damage Control A School
High School Diploma -
Honeoye Falls-Lima High School