Michael James
Lubbock
Summary
Professional tradesman prepared for this role with extensive hands-on experience in mechanical fitting and assembly. Known for precision in interpreting technical drawings and executing detailed tasks. A strong collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to changing requirements, with reputation for reliability and teamwork.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder-Fitter
Steel West
- Structural steel fitter and welder. Working on large and small projects that require attention to detail where industry standards were strictly followed. My team and I worked closely with the engineering staff to quickly build operating prototypes for urgent projects. Food processing equipment and food grade stainless steel work as well.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fitting.
- Assembled structural components using precision tools and equipment.
Fitter/ Welder, Night Forman
SME Steel Contractors
- Night shift foreman and welder. Responsible for safety and productivity in a commercial heavy industry shop. We built large structural projects such as casinos and stadiums . I over saw the work of well trained and capable welders in 12-14 hr. shifts 5-6 days a week. I was responsible for all final fit checks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate steel fabrication.
- Operated cutting, welding, and assembly tools to construct metal frameworks.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
Class A CDL Driver with Hazardous material endorsement
Dakota Five Trucking and Transport
- Well water and hazardous materials driver in the oil fields of the Bakken outside of Dickinson North Dakota. Responsible for the timely and safe transport of large amounts of oil wastewater and crude oil to transfer and disposal depots scattered around the area. Worked with a dispatch service as a nighttime only operator/contractor to Occidental Oil Co.
- Operated Class A vehicles to ensure timely delivery of goods across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Managed accurate log entries for hours of service, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize routing and enhance delivery efficiency.
Welder/Millwright
American Fabrication
- I worked primarily on large plant remodels/retro-fits and shutdowns in Idaho. I specialized multi process welding and site safety. I was the staff boiler repair technician requiring me to weld and perform work inside of small boilers. I worked with management and maintenance personnel.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain high-quality weld standards.
Owner operator
Idaho Paint Pro/Mike James painting
07.2015 - Current
- Owner/Operator. I was responsible for new client acquisition, marketing, preparation of and submittal of job estimates and bids, contract revisions and final billing.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
- Trained and mentored new staff on painting techniques and customer service standards.
Education
Associates degree - Welding Technology and Inspection
College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho Falls, IdSkills
- Flux-cored arc welding
- MIG welding professional
- Structural welding
- Metal fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Fabrication
- Attention to detail
- Welding
Timeline
Owner operator
Idaho Paint Pro/Mike James painting
07.2015 - Current
Welder-Fitter
Steel West
Fitter/ Welder, Night Forman
SME Steel Contractors
Class A CDL Driver with Hazardous material endorsement
Dakota Five Trucking and Transport
Welder/Millwright
American Fabrication
Associates degree - Welding Technology and Inspection
College of Eastern Idaho