Larry Davenport
Spring
Summary
Highly skilled Offshore Multi-Craft Specialist with a dual-craft expertise in precision welding and heavy-lift crane operations within high-stakes maritime environments. Proven track record of maintaining a zero-incident safety record while delivering elite structural fabrication and seamless logistics for critical offshore projects. A relentless problem-solver motivated by technical mastery, I bring a master-level toolkit including AWS-certified welding (MIG/TIG/Stick), API-certified crane operation, advanced rigging, and high-performance mechanical restoration.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Renovation and Restoration Specialist
Private Clients
Houston, Texas
06.2014 - 12.2024
- Home Improvements: Executed a wide range of residential upgrades and repairs, including plumbing, minor electrical, and drywall to modernize and maintain property value.
- Structural Rebuilding: Managed small-scale rebuilding and restoration projects, involving framing, carpentry, and finishing work to improve home safety and aesthetics.
- End-to-End Project Ownership: Handled every phase of a job, from initial site assessment and material sourcing to cost estimation and final inspection.
- Problem Solving: Diagnosed and resolved diverse structural and household issues, providing cost-effective solutions for complex repairs.
- Customer Relations: Built a consistent client base through direct communication, transparent pricing, and high-quality craftsmanship.
Lead Restoration Mechanic
Auto Toy Shop
Houston, Texas
01.2009 - 04.2013
- Full Vehicle Restorations: Executed comprehensive 'frame-off' restorations, transforming vintage chassis into show-quality hot rods through meticulous disassembly, repair, and reassembly.
- Custom Fabrication: Designed and fabricated one-of-a-kind components, including brackets, mounts, and interior panels, using specialized metal-shaping tools and welding techniques (MIG/TIG).
- Mechanical Rebuilding: Overhauled and upgraded complex mechanical systems, including high-performance engine swaps, transmission conversions, and custom suspension/brake setups.
- Diagnostics & Troubleshooting: Identified and resolved intricate electrical and mechanical issues in classic carbureted and modern fuel-injected systems.
- Precision Bodywork: Performed extensive metalwork, including rust repair, panel replacement, and body contouring to achieve flawless, show-standard finishes.
Offshore Fabrication & Crane Specialist
B & S Welding and Construction
Houston, Texas
01.2002 - 12.2008
- Critical Structural Repairs: Performed specialized welding (SMAW, FCAW) on offshore platforms, including repairs to jacket structures, decks, and piping systems under strict maritime safety standards.
- Material Preparation: Managed material sourcing and cutting of exotic metals and alloys to precise dimensions for offshore installations.
- Quality & Inspection: Achieved high pass rates in visual and technical inspections, ensuring zero defects in critical weld joints.
- Marine Cargo Handling: Operated main and deck cranes to manage load transfers between supply vessels and platforms in challenging sea states.
- Dynamic Load Management: Calculated safe working loads (SWL) using de-rating tables tailored to specific weather and sea conditions.
- Specialized Maintenance: Conducted daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and preventive maintenance on hydraulic systems, wire ropes, and crane mechanisms to ensure 24/7 operational readiness.
Skills
- Precision Rigging and Signaling
- Metallurgy and Heat Control
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Troubleshooting
- Adaptive Problem Solving
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Address: , Spring, Texas, 77380
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Timeline
Residential Renovation and Restoration Specialist
Private Clients
06.2014 - 12.2024
Lead Restoration Mechanic
Auto Toy Shop
01.2009 - 04.2013
Offshore Fabrication & Crane Specialist
B & S Welding and Construction
01.2002 - 12.2008