Ricky Young
Lundahl Ironworks
Logan,UT
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented welder with expertise in MIG and TIG welding. Proven ability to train junior welders and optimize workflows, ensuring compliance with safety standards and improving production efficiency. WABO Certified.
Work History
Welder/Welding Fabricator
9 Years 5 Months- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to join metal components efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to maintain structural integrity standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance production timelines.
- Trained junior welders on best practices and safety protocols in welding processes.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material waste during fabrication projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, contributing to a secure work environment.
Welder/Welding Fabricator
5 Years 1 Month- Assisted in maintaining inventory of welding supplies and equipment for operational readiness.
- 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.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- 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.
Education
GED
Skills
Welding
Attention to detail
Fabrication
Blueprint reading
Stick welding
Torch cutting
Layout and fitting
Critical thinking
Shaping and cutting
Flux-cored arc welding
Pipe welding
Structural welding
Vertical welding
Steel fabrication
Arc welding
Flat welding
Gas metal arc welding
Equipment operation
Gas tungsten arc welding
Shielded metal arc welding
Personal protective equipment
Precision measuring tools
Wire feed machines
Sheet metal fabrication
Certification
- [Area of certification] Training - [Timeframe]
- CWI Pre Class
- WABO Certified
- 2G, 3G, 6GR
Timeline
Welder/Welding Fabricator
Lundahl Ironworks
10.2016 - 03.2026Read More
Welder/Welding Fabricator
Wastequip
05.2011 - 06.2016Read More
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GED
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