Nicholas Pierce
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Accomplished Welder/Technician with extensive experience at LSS Logistics, skilled in MIG and TIG welding. Demonstrated attention to detail and critical thinking by leading projects that enhanced productivity and ensured compliance with safety standards. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and maintain high-quality outputs in various welding positions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Technician
LSS Logistics
01.2025 - Current
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise welding execution.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and efficiency.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety.
- Assisted in training new welders on best practices and techniques.
- Identified process inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures.
- Led projects to enhance productivity while maintaining high-quality outputs.
- 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, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Welder/Boilermaker
NS Welding
07.2016 - 05.2020
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate components for various mechanical systems.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly and alignment of parts.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed welds for quality assurance, identifying defects and ensuring compliance with standards.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Welder
Avalanche Construction Services
04.2016 - 06.2016
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise assembly specifications.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, and4 Stick.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
Welder/Boilermaker
ARC Mechanical Services
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Operated welding equipment to complete high-quality metal fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools and machinery for optimal performance.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Welder/Boilermaker
AZZ Mechanical Services
02.2010 - 10.2014
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate components for various mechanical systems.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly and alignment of parts.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed welds for quality assurance, identifying defects and ensuring compliance with standards.
Welder/Fabricator
AmeriFab Industries
02.2012 - 10.2012
- Fabricated and assembled trailer components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate construction and assembly of trailers.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain quality standards in welds and materials.
- Operated and maintained welding equipment for optimal performance and safety.
Education
High School Diploma - Ag Mechanics
Okeechobee High School
Okeechobee, FL06.2004
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- First aid training
- Material selection
- Mig welding
- Aluminum welding
- Stainless welding
- Tig welding
Timeline
Welder/Technician
LSS Logistics
01.2025 - Current
Welder/Boilermaker
NS Welding
07.2016 - 05.2020
Welder
Avalanche Construction Services
04.2016 - 06.2016
Welder/Boilermaker
ARC Mechanical Services
01.2015 - 12.2015
Welder/Fabricator
AmeriFab Industries
02.2012 - 10.2012
Welder/Boilermaker
AZZ Mechanical Services
02.2010 - 10.2014
High School Diploma - Ag Mechanics
Okeechobee High School