Lonnie (Shane) Jones
Chelsea
Summary
Detail-oriented welder and metal fabricator with expertise in blueprint interpretation and quality inspections. Proven ability to maintain safety standards while ensuring high-quality fabrications.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Metal Fabricator
Reading Trucking
Claremore
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine fabrication requirements.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely and accurate project completion.
- Performed quality checks on welds, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Assisted in the setup of workstations and tools for daily operations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Cleaned and organized the workspace to promote efficiency and safety.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- 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.
- Trained apprentices on safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment during fabrication and welding operations.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
Welding Fabricator
Reading Trucking
Claremore
05.2022 - 10.2024
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to complete projects accurately.
- Assembled truck bodies and accessories in compliance with safety standards.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment for efficient fabrication processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, enhancing project delivery timelines.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints, ensuring compliance with safety and structural standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to enhance safety.
- Supported training of new employees on welding techniques and safety measures.
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Built jigs and fixtures used in the production of various products.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment including torches and regulators.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
- Interpreted technical drawings accurately in order to fabricate complex components.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed, supporting accountability and traceability in fabrication processes.
Restoration Crew Member
John Candy Remolding
Claremore
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted in demolition and removal of damaged materials from properties.
- Operated power tools and equipment safely for restoration tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on job sites.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas during projects.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks and hazards on site.
- Inspected properties for damage to identify necessary restoration actions.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand project requirements.
- Documented progress and issues encountered during each restoration project.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks transporting construction materials to the site.
- Inspected restoration sites to assess damage and determine necessary repairs.
- Assisted with painting interior walls after they were repaired or replaced due to water damage.
- Assisted in the demolition of buildings and structures using hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment.
- Constructed new wooden frames for doorways and windows.
- Monitored progress of restorations projects on a daily basis and reported any issues or delays to the project manager.
- Replaced drywall panels with new ones to restore structural integrity.
- Erected scaffolding around work areas to ensure safety during repair work.
- Cleaned up hazardous materials such as oil spills or chemicals safely according to OSHA standards.
- Inspected completed jobs for quality assurance purposes before signing off on completion.
- Organized storage areas containing supplies needed for restoration jobs.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls when severe weather caused property damage requiring immediate attention.
Education
Thermal Engineering TEI Welding Certificate
TEI Welding Certificate
Sapulpa, OK05-2007
GED -
Chelsea High School
Chelsea, Oklahoma05-2003
Completed Mason/Carpentry Program
Pryor Vocational Technical School
Pryor, OK05-1999
Skills
- MIG welding
- Welding certifications
- Fabrication techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Welder/Metal Fabricator
Reading Trucking
10.2025 - 01.2026
Welding Fabricator
Reading Trucking
05.2022 - 10.2024
Restoration Crew Member
John Candy Remolding
11.2021 - 03.2022
Thermal Engineering TEI Welding Certificate
TEI Welding Certificate
GED -
Chelsea High School
Completed Mason/Carpentry Program
Pryor Vocational Technical School