Nicholas Wollum
Kingsford,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented welder skilled in MIG and TIG welding, blueprint reading, and torch cutting. Committed to maintaining safety standards while enhancing productivity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Miller Supply
11.2025 - Current
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld placements.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and reduce downtime.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols in all welding operations.
- Adapted quickly to new techniques and equipment for improved productivity.
- Maintained organized work area to promote safety and efficiency in tasks performed.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- 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.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
General Laborer
Michigan Laborers 1329
05.2008 - 11.2021
- Operated tools and machinery to complete various labor tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for production processes.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Followed safety protocols while performing physical labor tasks consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily operational goals effectively.
- Adapted quickly to changing work conditions and priorities as needed.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs promptly.
- Supported inventory management by organizing materials and supplies systematically.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks with necessary materials for each project phase while adhering to proper lifting techniques.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to established protocols and regulations.
- Ensured quality workmanship, performing thorough inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, mutual support, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere during challenging projects.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
- Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Iron Mountain High School
300 West B Street 05-2008
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Torch cutting
Timeline
Welder
Miller Supply
11.2025 - Current
General Laborer
Michigan Laborers 1329
05.2008 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Iron Mountain High School