Richard Hill
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and team productivity, I leveraged advanced welding techniques and project management skills at RPG to significantly improve project outcomes. My expertise in metallurgy and non-destructive testing, combined with a safety-minded approach, has consistently resulted in high-quality workmanship and reduced maintenance costs. Experienced Supervisor leads team members to complete jobs on-time. Assigns tasks, trains employees, and implements company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provides leadership and vision, driving teams to meet goals. Energetic Supervisor successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor /Welding Instructor
RPG
02.2022 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Managed classroom activities efficiently by implementing effective time-management strategies tailored to each lesson plan's objectives.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Mentored new instructors on teaching methodologies and classroom management strategies, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Delivered engaging lectures on various welding processes such as arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, and shielded metal arc welding.
- Prepared students for industry-recognized certifications through targeted instruction on testing requirements and procedures.
- Implemented safety protocols during instruction, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries in the classroom.
- Implemented new curricula and continuously improved industry practices during day-to-day management.
- Continuously tracked individual student progress via detailed records; assessed results to tailor future lessons accordingly.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them overcome challenges and achieve academic success.
- Used various teaching methods to decrease learning gaps and increase student motivation for long-term educational success.
- Actively participated in professional development workshops to stay current with advances in welding technology and instructional techniques.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans for various skill levels, resulting in improved student performance and satisfaction.
- Introduced innovative teaching methods that increased overall class engagement while reinforcing complex concepts effectively.
- Enhanced student understanding of welding techniques by incorporating hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises.
- Established positive relationships with students, promoting open communication and fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere.
- Maximized student success by keeping up-to-date on course materials and modern curricula.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Met training needs with well-organized, factual programs based on contemporary requirements.
Project Manager
RPG
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed comprehensive risk management plans, minimizing project delays and unexpected challenges.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines, coordinating team efforts and prioritizing tasks effectively.
- Streamlined project initiation processes, enabling quicker transition from planning to execution.
- Enhanced team performance with targeted training programs, addressing skill gaps and promoting professional development.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.
- Sourced, vetted and managed vendors needed to accomplish project goals.
Supervisor
RPG
11.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, introducing and enforcing quality control measures.
- Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, significantly reducing learning curve and integrating them into team quickly.
- Conducted thorough employee evaluations to identify areas for growth and development, leading to more skilled workforce.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, resulting in significant budget savings.
- Improved customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous resolution of inquiries and complaints.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe and legal operational environment.
- Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
- Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, significantly reducing operational expenses.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Combination Pipe Welder
DZ Atlantic
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Installed pipe related equipment such as hangers, supports and hydraulic cylinders
- Installed and verified operations of high-pressure steel gas pipes and fittings and fabricated and installed steel fittings
- Used arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas welding equipment to weld parts safely and efficiently
- Used metallurgy, and welding techniques to complete multiple projects on time and under budget
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding
- Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations
- Inspected welds and checked whether critical measurements met specifications upon completion
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
- Enhanced team productivity by collaborating with fellow welders on complex piping systems for industrial clients.
- Exceeded company performance metrics by consistently meeting deadlines and producing high-quality workmanship under pressure.
- Collaborated with supervisors and engineers to develop efficient welding processes tailored to the unique requirements of each project.
- Elevated overall project quality with meticulous attention to detail when inspecting completed welds and making necessary adjustments.
Combination Pipe Welder
Riley Power Group
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
- Removed slag and rough spots by operating portable grinders or scrapers
- Installed and verified operations of high-pressure steel gas pipes and fittings and fabricated and installed steel fittings
- Threaded pipes using threading machines and assembled and installed variety of metal and nonmetal pipes and fittings using threading method
- Installed pipe related equipment such as hangers, supports and hydraulic cylinders
Combination Pipe Welder
day &zimmerman
02.2013 - 11.2017
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Planned and laid out work from sketches, drawings, specifications and work orders.
- Used a torch to hot bend materials.
- Removed burrs, sharp edges, rust and scale from work pieces to prevent malfunction.
- Set up and performed maintenance on fab and machine shop machines.
- Operated hand and power tools and heavy machinery safely.
welder
ARMS services
12.2012 - 04.2013
- rebuliding of turbin blades by welding back the metal that was cut out using gtaw process using inconnel filler metal then grinding into the correct tolerance by the procedure specifications
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
combination pipe welder
CES
03.2012 - 06.2012
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed rough spots from work pieces with portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts whenever possible.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
combination pipe welder
CES
03.2012 - 03.2012
- Planned and laid out work from sketches, drawings, specifications and work orders.
- Examined the structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
combination pipe welder
DZ Atlantic
11.2011 - 01.2012
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
combination pipe welder
DZ Atlantic
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
Certified and Acreditted Welding Instructor
tulsa welding school
03.2008 - 07.2011
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Operated robotic cells machinery.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads and wiring and changed filters for preventative maintenance.
- Continuously tracked individual student progress via detailed records; assessed results to tailor future lessons accordingly.
- Maximized student success by keeping up-to-date on course materials and modern curricula.
- Implemented safety protocols during instruction, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries in the classroom.
- Served as an active participant in faculty meetings, contributing valuable insights towards improving overall departmental performance.
- Implemented new curricula and continuously improved industry practices during day-to-day management.
- Managed classroom activities efficiently by implementing effective time-management strategies tailored to each lesson plan's objectives.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
08.2007 - 01.2008
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
05.2007 - 09.2007
- welding of various types of steel on a sump modification for the reactor
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
welder
BE&K
03.2007 - 06.2007
- welding of small bore pipe and instrumentation
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blue prints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
welder/fabricator
TSC construction
02.2007 - 05.2007
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Removed rough spots from work pieces with portable grinders, hand files and scrapers.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping and reassembling parts.
- Operated robotic cells machinery.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
10.2006 - 01.2007
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Combination pipe welder
Stanlei Jones Cunstrucyion
07.2006 - 10.2006
- welding pipes of various diameters during new constructionInspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
combination pipe welder
CCC group
06.2006 - 08.2006
- installed new stainless and carbon steel piping ay US sugarmill shutdown
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
03.2006 - 07.2006
- fabricated and welded assorted high pressure piping systems at assorted nuclear power plants
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
welder
Spirit Construction
03.2005 - 12.2005
- weldes structural and stainless steel piping components for georgia pacific
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Skilled with gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding and submerged arc welding.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with an air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Inspected welds and checked that critical measurements met specifications upon completion.
Hull Tech
United States Navy
02.1999 - 02.2003
- Enhanced ship structural integrity by performing welding, cutting, and repairing tasks on hulls.
- Demonstrated versatility by cross-training in related fields, enabling seamless support of other departments when needed.
- Ensured safety compliance with strict adherence to quality control procedures during welding processes.
- Streamlined repairs by conducting thorough assessments of damage to determine necessary steps for restoration.
- Increased efficiency by fabricating custom tools and equipment for specialized repair jobs.
- Contributed to project success as part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for routine maintenance tasks aboard naval vessels.
- Elevated operational readiness levels by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on current repair techniques and technologies within the industry.
- Expedited repair timelines by developing detailed work plans based on technical drawings and blueprints.
- Promoted a safe working environment through regular training sessions focused on hazard recognition and prevention measures in the workplace.
- Reduced maintenance costs through diligent inspections and identification of potential issues in piping systems.
Education
High School Diploma - general
Haysi High School
Haysi, VA1999
Skills
- Specializes in working with stainless,inconel,chrome' copper nickel, carbon steel'nickle copper'el,tig stick, mig and fluxcore
- Safety-minded worker
- Qualified in blueprint interpretation
- Fast-learner
- Knowledge of nuclear power plants
- OSHA knowledgeable
- Certified Welder
- Specializes in working with pipe,plate and instrumentation
- Structural welding
- Pipe fitting
- Valve repairs
- Available to work in remote locations for long periods of time
- Welding Codes and Standards
- Welding Procedure Specifications
- Metallurgy Knowledge
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Advanced Welding Techniques
- Welder Qualification Testing
- Training and mentoring
- Goal-Oriented
- Operations Management
- Project Management
Timeline
Supervisor /Welding Instructor
RPG
02.2022 - Current
Project Manager
RPG
03.2021 - 09.2022
Supervisor
RPG
11.2020 - Current
Combination Pipe Welder
DZ Atlantic
11.2019 - 11.2020
Combination Pipe Welder
Riley Power Group
01.2017 - 03.2019
Combination Pipe Welder
day &zimmerman
02.2013 - 11.2017
welder
ARMS services
12.2012 - 04.2013
combination pipe welder
CES
03.2012 - 06.2012
combination pipe welder
CES
03.2012 - 03.2012
combination pipe welder
DZ Atlantic
11.2011 - 01.2012
combination pipe welder
DZ Atlantic
08.2011 - 12.2011
Certified and Acreditted Welding Instructor
tulsa welding school
03.2008 - 07.2011
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
08.2007 - 01.2008
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
05.2007 - 09.2007
welder
BE&K
03.2007 - 06.2007
welder/fabricator
TSC construction
02.2007 - 05.2007
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
10.2006 - 01.2007
Combination pipe welder
Stanlei Jones Cunstrucyion
07.2006 - 10.2006
combination pipe welder
CCC group
06.2006 - 08.2006
combination pipe welder
Atlantic group
03.2006 - 07.2006
welder
Spirit Construction
03.2005 - 12.2005
Hull Tech
United States Navy
02.1999 - 02.2003
High School Diploma - general
Haysi High School
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