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Dustin Hodges

Talco,TX

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

Load Trail Trailers
01.2021 - Current
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG,and stick Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.

Horse Shoeing

Myself
09.2012 - Current
  • Enhanced horse performance by providing regular hoof maintenance and shoeing services.
  • Tailored shoeing solutions to meet individual needs of each horse, considering factors such as breed, discipline, and conformation.
  • Performed accurate gait analysis to determine appropriate shoe modifications for enhanced movement quality in horses.
  • Developed lasting client relationships through excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Expanded professional knowledge through continuous education in farriery techniques and practices.
  • Optimized workload management by scheduling appointments efficiently according to geographic location and client availability.

Welder

Norstar Company
04.2019 - 12.2020
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.

Crane Operator Supervisor

PJ Trailers
03.2017 - 04.2019
  • Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
  • Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
  • Excelled under pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
  • Used hand signals, verbal communication and radio to reduce risks in coordinating crane movements.
  • Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
  • Upheld a clean working environment by properly organizing tools, cables, slings, chains after every shift ensuring easy access when needed.
  • Operated overhead, remote control cranes in according to safety processes and established procedures.
  • Loaded trailers onto flatbed trucks or into trailers.
  • Collaborated with ground crews to ensure clear communication, resulting in a smooth workflow and safer work environment.
  • Maneuvered loads safely to achieve accuracy and stability.
  • Controlled cranes from remote control panel for safe and accurate operation.

Garden Center Associate

Walmart
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, and offering appropriate solutions.
  • Increased repeat business through friendly interactions that fostered trust in our expertise.
  • Optimized product presentation by regularly updating display arrangements based on seasonality or trends.
  • Supported successful store operations by maintaining clean, safe, and well-organized work environments.
  • Ensured accurate pricing information on all items throughout the store using price-checking tools when needed.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing waste and ensuring availability of popular items.
  • Streamlined daily tasks by efficiently processing orders, shipments, returns, and exchanges at the point-of-sale system.
  • Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Scurry-Rosser High School
Scurry, TX
05.2015

Skills

  • Welding
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Structural welding
  • Equipment Operation
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Crane Operation
  • Precision measuring
  • Attention to Detail

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Welder

Load Trail Trailers
01.2021 - Current

Welder

Norstar Company
04.2019 - 12.2020

Crane Operator Supervisor

PJ Trailers
03.2017 - 04.2019

Garden Center Associate

Walmart
03.2016 - 03.2017

Horse Shoeing

Myself
09.2012 - Current

High School Diploma -

Scurry-Rosser High School

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