Rick Wheeler
Lake Point
Summary
Dynamic welding professional with extensive experience in overseeing welding operations and fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in implementing quality control measures and streamlining workflows to achieve optimal outcomes and minimize downtime.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Superintendent
Jl Welding
Bingham Canyon, UT
06.2016 - Current
- Oversaw daily welding operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control measures.
- Coordinated workflow among teams to optimize production efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of completed work to ensure compliance with industry regulations and specifications.
- Established strong working relationships with clients, fostering trust and ongoing business opportunities.
- Implemented quality control measures, leading to consistent delivery of high-quality welds that met or exceeded industry standards.
- Developed customized solutions for complex welding challenges, leading to successful project completion.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements while maintaining focus on delivering optimal results under tight deadlines.
- Completed projects ahead of schedule with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Consistently delivered fully repaired and functional shovel dippers ready for installation and work
Welder
MasTec
Stockton, UT
09.2013 - 11.2015
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise fabrication of components.
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained welding equipment, performed routine checks, and addressed minor repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency on project sites.
- Developed process improvements that reduced material waste during production runs.
- 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.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- 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.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
Mechanical Craftsman
Kennecott Utah Copper
Bingham Canyon, UT
03.2010 - 09.2013
- Oversaw the welding repair requests for preventative maintenance.
- Supervised and trained other welders on best practices and protocols
- Implemented new and streamlined processes for preventative maintenance
- Worked as part of a team culture to ensure the equipment in the mine operated efficiently
Education
High School Diploma -
Tooele High School
Tooele, UTSkills
- Welding supervision
- Welding specifications
- Welding inspection
- Welding safety
- Welding techniques
- Equipment maintenance
- Material selection
- Cost estimation
- Process optimization
- Operational efficiency
- Deadline management
- Workload prioritization
- Welding machinery operation
- Load handling
- Material handling
- Customer relations
- Team leadership
- Leadership qualities
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Welding Superintendent
Jl Welding
06.2016 - Current
Welder
MasTec
09.2013 - 11.2015
Mechanical Craftsman
Kennecott Utah Copper
03.2010 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Tooele High School