Leslie Owens
Callahan,FL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in welding fabrication and underground utility management, notably with Williams Industrial Services. Excelled in parts fabrication and crew leadership, ensuring project success and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance team performance and project efficiency through effective communication and critical thinking.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Tri-Star Semi Truck & Trailer Services
08.2023 - Current
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Consistently performed TIG and stick welding techniques
Underground Utility Foreman
Williams Industrial Services
04.2016 - 07.2023
- Led and managed the pipe crew, ensuring the safe and efficient installation of water, sewer, and drainage systems while maintaining quality and adhering to project specifications
- Leadership: Lead and supervised the pipe crew, including equipment operators, laborers, and skilled workers, providing clear direction and guidance
- Safety: Enforce strict adherence to all safety procedures and guidelines, creating a safe working environment for the crew and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Project Coordination: Coordinate and schedule daily work activities, ensuring that the crew meets project deadlines and milestones
- Quality Control: Oversee the installation of underground utility systems, ensuring that work meets project standards, blueprints, and design specifications
- Equipment Management: Ensure proper operation and maintenance of equipment used in underground utility installation and report any equipment issues to the maintenance department
- Materials and Inventory: Manage inventory of materials and supplies required for the project, including ordering, tracking, and reporting
- Team Development: Train and mentor crew members, promoting skill development and teamwork
- Communication: Maintain effective communication with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve issues, report progress, and address changes in project scope
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records, including daily work logs, equipment usage reports, safety documentation, and project reports
- Problem Solving: Identify and address operational challenges or issues that may arise during underground utility installation
- Heavy Equipment Operator: Skid Steer Loader, Front End Loader, Excavator.
- Pipefitter: Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation. Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
Fabrication Welder
ConGlobal
10.2014 - 04.2016
- Lays out, positions, aligns, cuts, fits components together for welding and painting
- Bolts, clamps, tack-welds, or otherwise fastens parts to secure in position for welding and/or repairing
- Sets up equipment and welds parts, using appropriate welding equipment
- May handle, repair, and replace tire and wheel components as necessary
- Assists with general repair duties and depot maintenance as required
- Works with Sheet Metal fabrication
- Works with installing and removing plywood flooring
- Steam cleaned containers as needed
Semi Trailer Mechanic
STS Tank Services
02.2014 - 10.2014
- Repaired and installed bodywork such as panels and nose rails.
- Fabricated parts and welded connections.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Executed tune-ups on diesel engines by adjusting valves and setting engine timing.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Properly and safely dispose of hazardous wastes from tank trailers
Skills
- Pipe welding
- Parts Fabrication
- Hand tool safety
- Stick Welding
- MIG welding
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- OSHA Compliance
- Employee Training
- Schematics and Blueprints
- Worksite safety
- Crew Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Task Delegation
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
Tri-Star Semi Truck & Trailer Services
08.2023 - Current
Underground Utility Foreman
Williams Industrial Services
04.2016 - 07.2023
Fabrication Welder
ConGlobal
10.2014 - 04.2016
Semi Trailer Mechanic
STS Tank Services
02.2014 - 10.2014
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