Nickey Thurman
Jonesboro,Arkansas
Summary
Welder extensively trained in MIG, flux and stainless steel welding. Experienced in crane operation and metal fabrication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Lyons Shipyard
Norfolk, VA
01.2024 - Current
- 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.
Welder
Integrity Staffing Services
Newport News, VA
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
Caregiver
Allheart Senior Care
Jonesboro, AR
05.2022 - Current
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Welder
Great Dane
Jonesboro, AR
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag and spatter using hand tools.
welder
American Railcar Industry
Paragould, AR
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Worked on railcars, producing 4 to 6 parts per day.
- Removed rough spots from work pieces with portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventative maintenance.
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping and reassembling parts.
- Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead. .
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
Welder
American Railcar Industry
Paragould, AR
09.2006 - 05.2014
- Worked on railcars,producing 4 to 6parts per day.
- Used arc, gas-shielded arc, and gas welding equipment to weld rrailcarparts.
- Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
Welder
Apex Tool Group
Jonesboro,AR
05.2015 - 03.2017
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jonesboro High School
Jonesboro, AR2006
Skills
- MIG welding professional
- Fast-learner
- Structural welding
- Flexible
- Expertise in wire feed machines
Timeline
Welder
Lyons Shipyard
01.2024 - Current
Welder
Integrity Staffing Services
07.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Allheart Senior Care
05.2022 - Current
Welder
Great Dane
11.2020 - 11.2021
welder
American Railcar Industry
11.2018 - 05.2019
Welder
Apex Tool Group
05.2015 - 03.2017
Welder
American Railcar Industry
09.2006 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Jonesboro High School