Nicholas Gass
Lawton,OK
Summary
Committed welder/operator specializing in SMAW, GTAW, GMAW and equipment operation. Demonstrates expertise in conducting quality inspections and efficiently resolving operational challenges, enhancing customer satisfaction and safety. Established experience across Substations, BESS, Compressors and various smaller projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Crew Leader
Hullys Pile Co.
League City, Texas
08.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to resolve operational challenges promptly.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints or issues quickly and efficiently.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Inspected equipment for proper operation before use by crew members.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Actively preformed various welds for Phase connections, Buss and jumpers in substations.
- Weld ground level and elevated positions up to 30'
Lead Welder & Fab
Gore Nitrogen Pumping Service
Seiling, Oklahoma
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Conducted inspections on welds to ensure quality and compliance standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fabrication processes.
- Utilized various tools such as grinders, saws, drills and measuring devices during fabrication process.
- Inspected welds visually or with x-rays to ensure proper penetration and fusion of materials.
- Created jigs and fixtures for welding projects that require accuracy or repeatability.
- Repaired broken parts or fabricate new components from raw materials using cutting torches and plasma cutters.
Equipment Operator & Welder
Hullys Pile Co.
Dublin, Texas
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Operated heavy machinery for helical pile installation and foundation work on construction sites.
- Collaborated with crew members to coordinate efficient workflow during project execution.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment usage and maintenance activities for compliance.
- Followed safety guidelines to minimize risks while working in high-traffic construction zones.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Participated actively in all aspects of the "cut/cap" process for helical piles
Lead Welder
Sport Chassis
Weatherford, Oklahoma
05.2021 - 02.2023
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Operated welding equipment to ensure high-quality welds on chassis structures.
- Inspected welds for defects and ensured adherence to safety standards.
- Collaborated with engineering team to interpret blueprints and specifications.
- Coordinated workflow between welding and assembly departments for efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting problems related to welding processes or equipment malfunctions.
- Analyzed blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements.
Education
GMAW Welding & Pipefitting - Welding
Western Technology Center
Weatherford, OK05-2021
High School Diploma -
Arapaho-Butler
Butler05-2021
Skills
- Equipment operation
- GMAW welding
- GTAW welding
- SMAW welding
- Workflow coordination
- Documentation and reporting
- Skilled in Skid Steer equipment
- Task prioritization
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Customer service
Certification
6G SMAW Steel Certification
Accomplishments
Honor Society Honors
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Crew Leader
Hullys Pile Co.
08.2025 - Current
Lead Welder & Fab
Gore Nitrogen Pumping Service
11.2024 - 08.2025
Equipment Operator & Welder
Hullys Pile Co.
02.2023 - 11.2024
Lead Welder
Sport Chassis
05.2021 - 02.2023
GMAW Welding & Pipefitting - Welding
Western Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Arapaho-Butler