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Larry Adam Bishop

Madison,GA

Summary

Accomplished Welder/Fabricator with extensive experience at EFI, specializing in flux core arc welding and blueprint interpretation. Proven ability to ensure quality assurance and safety compliance while training apprentices. Recognized for problem-solving skills and maintaining high standards in metal fabrication, consistently meeting production deadlines and exceeding expectations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder/Fabricator

EFI
Watkinsville, Georgia
11.2024 - 02.2025
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
  • Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
  • Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
  • Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
  • Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.

Fabricator

Spray Foam Systems
Union Point, GA
11.2023 - 08.2024
  • Set up jigs, fixtures or other holding devices according to blueprint specifications.
  • Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
  • Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
  • Assembled components into subassemblies or complete units prior to installation.
  • Assisted in the design process by providing technical advice regarding fabrication techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
  • Designed and utilized templates to measure and efficiently shape products.
  • Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
  • Marked cutting lines and measurements on materials.
  • Adhered to production schedules to meet company goals.

Landscaper

Yellowstone Landscape Group
Eatonton, GA
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
  • Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
  • Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
  • Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.

Welder/Fabricator

Hopi Contracting Inc
Covington, GA
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
  • Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
  • Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.

Welder/Pipefitter

JI Industries
Conyers, Georgia
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
  • Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
  • Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
  • Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.

Welder/Painter

Gen Steel Doors
Madison, Georgia
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Executed jig placement of components and performed welding to ensure structural integrity.
  • Operated assembly line to paint doors efficiently and consistently.
  • Repetitively placed and welded parts on jigs, maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Managed painting process for doors on assembly line, achieving timely production targets.

Construction Worker

Mark Wilkson
Buckhead, Georgia
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
  • Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
  • Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
  • Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
  • Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
  • Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
  • Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
  • Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
  • Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
  • Lifted heavy objects into place with cranes or hoists.
  • Monitored progress of construction activities making sure deadlines were met.
  • Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
  • Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
  • Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
  • Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
  • Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
  • Erected steel framework for buildings using welding equipment.
  • Provided assistance to supervisors when needed completing additional duties as assigned.
  • Maintained accurate records documenting project progress throughout duration of each job.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
  • Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
  • Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
  • Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
  • Maintained baseline safety knowledge to improve deficient areas and meet code.
  • Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment, and gather important materials.
  • Utilized electrical, plumbing and HVAC expertise to complete projects and adhere to timelines.
  • Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
  • Completed general carpentry, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing installations and repairs.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
  • Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
  • Acted as subject matter expert to provide industry insight and assist coworkers.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
  • Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
  • Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
  • Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
  • Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
  • Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.

Welder/Fabricator

Conyers Welding
Madison , GA
01.2008 - 12.2020
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
  • Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
  • Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
  • Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
  • Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
  • Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
  • Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
  • Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
  • Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
  • Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry, and welding techniques.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
  • Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
  • Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
  • Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
  • Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
  • Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
  • Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
  • Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
  • Utilized plasma cutter when necessary to cut through thick pieces of metal quickly.
  • Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
  • Operated welding machines to fabricate and assemble metal components.
  • Assembled components into subassemblies or complete units prior to installation.
  • Loaded, unloaded components onto, from pallets utilizing overhead crane system where applicable.
  • Performed layout, fitting, and welding of structural steel members to specified tolerances.
  • Identified defects in welds such as porosity, cracks, slag inclusion.
  • Assisted in the assembly of heavy machinery such as conveyor systems when needed.
  • Repaired worn parts of metal products by welding on extra layers of metal.
  • Assisted in the design process by providing technical advice regarding fabrication techniques.
  • Performed grinding operations using grinders or buffers to smooth surfaces after welding.
  • Selected appropriate filler metals based on type of base materials being joined.
  • Worked closely with other tradesmen such as pipefitters and electricians during fabrication process.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
  • Installed fabricated items in accordance with drawings and specifications.
  • Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
  • Used oxy-acetylene torches to cut, bend or straighten metal objects as required.
  • Inspected finished welds for conformance with specifications and visually inspected assemblies for quality assurance.
  • Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
  • Participated in product development sessions to learn new product specifications and brainstorm new work strategies.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine job requirements including dimensions and tolerances.
  • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
  • Set up jigs, fixtures or other holding devices according to blueprint specifications.
  • Performed quality assurance tests on products to adhere to production standards.
  • Adhered to production schedules to meet company goals.
  • Designed and utilized templates to measure and efficiently shape products.
  • Gathered required parts for product assembly and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
  • Operated, calibrated and performed preventative maintenance on fabrication machines.
  • Disposed of faulty, broken and dirty products and reported losses to supervisors.
  • Interpreted product assembly instructions from blueprints and manuals.
  • Marked cutting lines and measurements on materials.
  • Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
  • Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
  • Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
  • Assembled complex components after careful review of project specifications and directions.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
  • Promoted worksite safety by explaining and enforcing OSHA requirements.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
  • Fabricated machine parts using lathes, mills and various other powered equipment.
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to fabricate products according to necessary specifications.
  • Completed preventative maintenance tasks for machinery and scheduled large-scale repairs.
  • Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections or modifications.
  • Created components via Computer Aided Design (CAD) for use in 3D printing and milling applications.
  • Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
  • Assembled machinery from component parts, following prescribed instructions to support correct configurations.
  • Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
  • Installed heat trace tape to tubing and controls and bent large tubing with power bender.
  • Utilized furnaces and other heating equipment to weld, shape and fuse materials.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
  • Tracked material inventories and ordered new parts to prevent shortages.
  • Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.
  • Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
  • Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
  • Created templates for repetitive tasks to expedite fabrication processes.

Heavy Equipment Operator

B&W Waste
Madison, Georgia
02.2006 - 01.2008
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
  • Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
  • Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
  • Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
  • Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
  • Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
  • Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
  • Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
  • Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
  • Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
  • Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
  • Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
  • Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.
  • Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
  • Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.

Education

High School Diploma -

Faith Academy
Covington, Georgia
07-2008

Some College (No Degree) - Auto Diesel Mechanics

Greenville Technical College
Greenville, South Carolina

Skills

  • Flux core arc welding
  • Shielded metal arc welding
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Welding equipment maintenance
  • Visual inspection
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Metal fabrication
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Material handling
  • Arc welding
  • Weld tacking
  • Product welding
  • Vertical welding
  • Health and safety
  • Scaffolding safety

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Welder/Fabricator

EFI
11.2024 - 02.2025

Fabricator

Spray Foam Systems
11.2023 - 08.2024

Landscaper

Yellowstone Landscape Group
10.2023 - 11.2023

Welder/Fabricator

Hopi Contracting Inc
08.2023 - 10.2023

Welder/Pipefitter

JI Industries
06.2023 - 08.2023

Welder/Painter

Gen Steel Doors
01.2023 - 06.2023

Construction Worker

Mark Wilkson
12.2020 - 12.2022

Welder/Fabricator

Conyers Welding
01.2008 - 12.2020

Heavy Equipment Operator

B&W Waste
02.2006 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Faith Academy

Some College (No Degree) - Auto Diesel Mechanics

Greenville Technical College

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