RANDY CASS

Rig Welder

KS Industries LLC

09.2018 - 12.2025

Conducted inspections and quality control checks to maintain compliance with industry standards.
Mentored junior welders, providing training on best practices and safety protocols in welding processes.
Contributed to successful project completion by collaborating closely with other team members.
Increased project efficiency with precise cutting, fitting, and welding of metal components.
Minimized project delays through proactive identification of potential issues prior to construction commencement.
Delivered high-quality workmanship while meeting tight deadlines for multiple projects concurrently.
Improved weld quality by consistently adhering to welding procedures and specifications.
Displayed exceptional problem-solving abilities while overcoming common challenges faced during the rig welding process.
Bolstered operational efficiency by assisting in the assembly of temporary structures required for rig operations.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Welded various connections with high-quality final results.