Richard Kidd
Danville,AL
Summary
Seasoned Combo Pipe Welder with extensive experience at Turner Industries and TVM, specializing in high-strength materials like Inconel and Alloy 20. Demonstrated expertise in gas tungsten arc welding and precision measurement, alongside a proven ability to lead complex x-ray weld operations. Recognized for enhancing welding safety and efficiency, showcasing exceptional technical skills and a commitment to quality.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Combo Pipe Welder
Turner Industries
Decatur, AL
09.2020 - Current
- Worked in coordination with main maintenance staff at IVXP for Turner Industries.
- Conducted precise x-ray weld operations on plant-wide piping infrastructure.
- Executed a range of welding procedures applicable to specific tasks.
- Performed code work on diverse vessels within the plant as required.
- Specialized in welding exotic metals like Inconel, Hastelloys, Titanium, and Alloy 20.
Combo Pipe Welder
Turner Construction
Huntville, AL
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Gained experience at significant projects such as the Blue Origin Test Stand on Redstone Arsenal.
- Executed x-ray welds on diverse piping systems.
- Read and interpreted CAD designs.
- Selected and implemented correct welding procedures per job requirements.
- Proficient in handling and processing high-strength materials including Inconel and chrome.
Combo Pipe Welder
TVM
Hillsboro, AL
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Welded piping systems at various chemical plants throughout the Tennessee Valley.
- Successfully fabricated complex assemblies using detailed schematics.
- Handled the inspection of multiple piping networks.
- Optimized overlay applications for inconel flanges and vessels when needed.
- Executed precise x-ray welding on multiple piping systems.
- Proficient in handling diverse metals including inconel, alloy 20, titanium, chrome and stainless steel.
Pipe Welder Helper
M & D Mechanical
Decatur, AL
06.2012 - 02.2015
- Spent 2 years as a helper, gaining on-the-job pipe welding skills.
- Aided in various duties related to pipe welding and fitting.
- Recognized for outstanding performance by advancing to first-year pipe welder after two years.
- Carried out multiple welding procedures tailored to each job.
- Enhanced experience by learning to weld exotic materials including Inconel, Hastelloy, and chrome.
Education
High School Diploma -
Giles County High School
Pulaski, TN05-2012
Skills
- Welding symbols
- Welding techniques
- Cutting processes
- Gas metal arc welding
- Alloy welding
- Precision measurement
- Stainless steel welding
- Structural welding
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe welding expertise
- Carbon steel welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Welding safety
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Joint preparation
- Welding inspection
Timeline
Combo Pipe Welder
Turner Industries
09.2020 - Current
Combo Pipe Welder
Turner Construction
06.2017 - 09.2020
Combo Pipe Welder
TVM
03.2015 - 05.2017
Pipe Welder Helper
M & D Mechanical
06.2012 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Giles County High School
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