Michael Williams
Lafayette,La
Summary
Driver helper experienced delivering and items daily. Works any schedule and operates in safely and quickly to meet demanding schedules. Responsible and hardworking driver helper skillful at loading and unloading trucks, securing packages and using equipment such as equipment. Brings superior work ethic and several years of experience supporting team needs. Driver Helper with consistent record of arriving on time and ready to work hard for all shifts. Dedicated to keeping deliveries efficient and outperforming expectations. Accustomed to working in any environment. Hardworking Welder skilled in MIG, flux and stick welding. Talented at operating drill press and crane. Strong background in welding and metal fabrication. Efficient professional able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Expert with wide range of power tools and equipment. Responsible and punctual Welder experienced in interpreting blueprints and drawings to perform tasks. Self-starter skilled in operating heavy equipment, supervising crews and maintaining safety standards. Expert at following procedures and protocols and safely working in enclosed spaces.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Louisiana CSI
Port Allen, LA
02.2021 - 05.2024
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Driver/Helper
Lamm Food Service
Carencro, LA
04.2009 - 10.2012
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from vehicles.
- Ensured that all items were properly secured in the vehicle for transport.
- Assisted customers with unloading their purchased items at final destination.
- Provided assistance to drivers with loading and unloading packages and other materials.
- Followed company policies and procedures when operating a vehicle or performing duties onsite.
- Lifted boxes and products with correct safety gear and techniques.
- Dropped off items at customer locations.
- Coordinated paperwork for customer goods delivery.
Driver/Helper
Cresent Crown
Lafayette, LA
01.2007 - 05.2009
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from vehicles.
- Ensured that all items were properly secured in the vehicle for transport.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of assigned vehicle prior to departure from warehouse facility.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical safety issues prior to operation.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions about products or services offered by company.
- Verified correct quantity of items delivered to each customer location before leaving site.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding delivery status updates.
- Organized inventory in the warehouse according to established procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of assigned vehicle inside and out throughout duration of shift.
- Provided assistance to drivers with loading and unloading packages and other materials.
- Assisted customers with unloading their purchased items at final destination.
Education
Truck and Bus Driving
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA05-2024
Welding
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA07-2020
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Lafayette, LA05-2005
Skills
- Sub-arc Welding
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Welding
- Surface Preparation
- Load Balancing
- Goods Transport
- Dispatch Communication
- Cargo Handling
- Clean Driving Record
- Loading and unloading
- Forklift Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Responsible driver
- Excellent sense of direction
- Lifts up to 200 pounds
- Equipment Operation
- Time Management
- Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections
- Heavy hauling
- Valid Driver's License
- Positive Attitude
- Customer Service
- People skills
- Dependable and Punctual
- Dependable and reliable
- Hardworking and Dedicated
Certification
- CDL Certification
- Tankers Endorsement
- Welder
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welder
Louisiana CSI
02.2021 - 05.2024
Driver/Helper
Lamm Food Service
04.2009 - 10.2012
Driver/Helper
Cresent Crown
01.2007 - 05.2009
Truck and Bus Driving
South Louisiana Community College
Welding
South Louisiana Community College
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
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