Ricky Ardoin
Mamou,LA
Summary
Proven leader in the welding industry, notably with Evangeline Parish School Board, I excel in enhancing rig safety and minimizing project delays. My expertise in gas tungsten arc welding pairs with a friendly, positive attitude, ensuring client satisfaction and team collaboration. Achievements include developing strong client relationships and significantly reducing material waste through precise measurements and cutting techniques.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Weld and Fabricate Agricultural Equipment and Weld
Business Owner of Ricky’s Welding & Exhaust Shop
07.2019 - 01.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Contract Rig Welder
Evangeline Parish School Board
09.2016 - 02.2019
- Enhanced rig safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Minimized project delays through proactive identification of potential issues prior to construction commencement.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional service and communication.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Cason Pipe Welder
Franks Casing
03.1999 - 10.2015
- Addressed passenger inquiries in a polite and informative manner, elevating overall customer service standards.
- Communicated through various methods to conduct train movement.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex pipe installations, fostering efficient teamwork and communication.
- Provided valuable input during project planning phases by offering insights into potential challenges and solutions based on experience.
- Assisted in minimizing material waste by accurately measuring and cutting pipes before welding them together.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attention to detail in completing precise welds that met or exceeded expectations.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Education
GED -
Ville Platte High School
Ville Platte, LA03.2005
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Weld and Fabricate Agricultural Equipment and Weld
Business Owner of Ricky’s Welding & Exhaust Shop
07.2019 - 01.2025
Contract Rig Welder
Evangeline Parish School Board
09.2016 - 02.2019
Cason Pipe Welder
Franks Casing
03.1999 - 10.2015
GED -
Ville Platte High School
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