Robert Kershner Jr
Quarryville,PA
Summary
Safety, Quality, in a timely manner for every contractor employed. Work as a team lead on multiple high profile projects in the industrial industry.
Preformed the heaviest mobile crane and powerhouse rigging in Chemical, Coal, Nuclear, Natural Gas, Oil, Paper and Steel Mills, industry. Also highway and civil experience.
Seasoned worker with years of experience fabricating items to specification. Complied with government regulations and company policies to create a safe environment for the team. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Riggs Distler
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Supported team members by sharing expert knowledge of welding techniques and best practices.
Welder Foreman
Nooter Construction
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Utilized lean manufacturing principles to optimize production processes while minimizing costs and waste generation within the team''s operations area.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable pricing terms for materials acquisition.
- Led cross-functional teams on complex projects, streamlining communication and promoting efficient collaboration.
- Troubleshot issues related to equipment or workflow inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions promptly.
- Maintained thorough documentation of project progress, ensuring transparency between management and stakeholders.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
JJ White INC
11.2010 - 11.2021
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of spare parts and tools, minimizing delays due to lack of necessary resources for repairs.
- Calibrated and adjusted machinery for operational consistency.
- Completed welding projects using MIG/TIG techniques to fabricate brackets or make structural repairs as needed during machine overhauls.
- Performed regular inspections and regularly lubricated machinery.
- Safeguarded employee safety by adhering to OSHA regulations and enforcing company safety policies within the workplace.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bechtel
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Completed complex projects on time through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Ensured safe work environments by strictly adhering to industry safety standards and procedures.
- Performed essential maintenance tasks on pipe systems to extend their life span and reduce the risk of failure.
Structural Ironworker
High Steel
10.2005 - 07.2009
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
Education
Graduated Apprentice - Journeymen Craftsman
Boilermakers Apprenticeship Program
Philadelphia, PA01.2013
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School
Coatesville, PA06.2000
Associate of Arts - Welding Technology
Cat Brandywine Votech
Coatesville, PA06.2000
Skills
- Stick Welding
- Confined Space Entry
- Pipe fitting
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- Shaping and cutting
- Welding Techniques
- Blueprints Analysis
- Structural welding
- Measurements and Calculations
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
Riggs Distler
08.2023 - 05.2024
Welder Foreman
Nooter Construction
02.2021 - 06.2023
Journeyman Pipefitter
Bechtel
07.2018 - 02.2019
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
JJ White INC
11.2010 - 11.2021
Structural Ironworker
High Steel
10.2005 - 07.2009
Graduated Apprentice - Journeymen Craftsman
Boilermakers Apprenticeship Program
High School Diploma -
Coatesville Area Senior High School
Associate of Arts - Welding Technology
Cat Brandywine Votech
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