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ROBERT CARPENTER III

Harker Heights

Summary

I am very driven by any job I hold. Accomplishing any task I am given is important to me. I work well with others as well as alone, i am open-minded also. Takes suggestions on how to better my performance. Very dependable able to do most tasks that are given to me within a reasonable time.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

Z Modular
Killeen, TX
07.2023 - 02.2026
  • Operated MIG and dual flux core welding equipment to fabricate modular structures efficiently.
  • Mentored junior welders, sharing best practices for technique and safety protocols.
  • Developed process improvements that enhanced welding speed and reduced material waste.
  • Streamlined welding processes, contributing to increased production capacity and reduced downtime.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld specifications.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Conducted quality inspections on welds to guarantee structural integrity and compliance.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • 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.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.

Sub-Contractor

J Grover Contracting
Harker Heights, TX
02.2022 - 07.2023
  • Worked independently
  • Applied changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to optimize
  • Worked with other team members to decipher problems and create solutions.
  • Worked with clients to review ideas from sketches to finalize concepts.
  • Did all types of home improvement and repairs.
  • Followed safety protocols to avoid job site accidents and damage to property.
  • Used specialized tools to install ceramic tile and hardwood.
  • Utilized skills in many different aspects of home repair ranging from carpet to tile to wood flooring.
  • Home demo and complete reconstruction of the areas from kitchen to bathroom.
  • Outdoor home work done as well from concrete to constructing decks.
  • Well skilled in table saws, basic saws, and many other tools that would be needed in home repair and construction.

Gym Attendant

Twin Wolves MMA
Harker Heights, TX
09.2019 - 02.2022
  • Cleaned and sanitized down gym equipment and restocking supplies.
  • Answered phones, issued equipment and completed guest check-in.
  • Returned equipment to proper locations and re-racked weights, equipment and accessories.
  • Oversaw recreation and fitness center activities, maintained security, safety and cleanliness of facilities, greeted members and guests and set up and tore down gym equipment.
  • Conducted tours for new and potential members, discerned fitness needs, explained options for meeting needs, clearly explained membership terms and encouraged guests to join.
  • Used POS system to assist with new membership cards, change of address and billing questions.
  • Educated and encouraged members and guests about available fitness programs and classes and guided fitness equipment users in proper, safe and beneficial operation.
  • Maintained cleanliness, neatness and organization of customer areas.
  • Eliminated safety hazards, removed soiled items and collected trash from customer areas.
  • Resolved customer issues to maintain high standards of customer satisfaction.
  • Answered customers' questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.

Ranch Hand

Renee Priddy
Gatesville, TX
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Maintained equipment with livestock and monitored health and living spaces.
  • Operated ranch equipment for animal care and transport or field irrigation.
  • Monitored and maintained property by mending fences, painting and grinding sharp areas down.
  • Closely monitored and recorded behavior and health of horses and livestock.
  • Managed ranch schedules for livestock, special events and crops.

Welder's Apprentice

Demarcas Jordan
Killeen, TX
02.2018 - 06.2020
  • Cleaned and degreased welding equipment.
  • Formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch and arc weld joints and workpieces.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
  • Dismantled and assembled wellhead equipment.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
  • Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Safely ignited torches and [Tool] while closely monitoring surroundings to effectively complete [Type] projects.
  • Used [Tool] to cut, contour and bevel metal and structural shapes to accurate dimensions.

Dishwasher

IHOP
Harker Heights, TX
12.2016 - 04.2017
  • Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.
  • Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for all customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
  • Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
  • Sanitized counters and wiped down surfaces following food preparation to prevent cross-contamination from raw meats.
  • Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers and freezers.
  • Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
  • Repaired and maintained dishwashing machine to keep dishes clean and kitchen running smoothly.
  • Maintained assigned areas to keep organized and clean by mopping floor.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Central Texas College
Killeen, TX

High School Diploma - undefined

Harker Heights High School
Harker Heights, TX
06.2016

Skills

  • Safety techniques
  • Construction Quality Standards
  • Corral maintenance
  • Power and Hand Tool Operation
  • Round-pen work
  • Safety Understanding
  • Hand tools
  • Customer Service
  • Grounds maintenance
  • People Skills
  • Welder use
  • Reliable
  • Painting tool use
  • Active Listening
  • Operating heavy machinery
  • Friendly
  • Positive Attitude
  • Grinder use
  • & Trustworthy
  • Welding
  • Attention to detail
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Torch cutting
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Flux-cored arc welding
  • Steel fabrication
  • Structural welding
  • Vertical welding
  • Flat welding
  • Arc welding
  • Equipment operation
  • Crane operation

Timeline

Welder

Z Modular
07.2023 - 02.2026

Sub-Contractor

J Grover Contracting
02.2022 - 07.2023

Ranch Hand

Renee Priddy
08.2021 - 01.2022

Gym Attendant

Twin Wolves MMA
09.2019 - 02.2022

Welder's Apprentice

Demarcas Jordan
02.2018 - 06.2020

Dishwasher

IHOP
12.2016 - 04.2017

High School Diploma - undefined

Harker Heights High School

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Central Texas College