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Roderic Boykins Jr

Newport News,VA

Summary

Amassed several years of welding specific trade experience. Current goal is to learn various other trades while using my current skills to be as efficient as possible for the company that I seek to work for. Constantly thriving to better myself so that I can Posses the tools to contribute to a society that's in a constant state of change and adaptation. Learning is a constant endeavor and I seek to amass trade knowledge that will supply my employer with all that they've taught me, including what I have already acquired. In the meantime, the goal is to acquire Millwright skills due to the fact that it a trade of many layers of skill and growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Walmart Spark

Walmart
Newport News, VA
09.2022 - Current
  • Kept records current and accurate with skilled reconciliations and variance resolutions.
  • Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
  • Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
  • Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.

Welder/Loader and Unloader

Dove Welding and Fabrication
Newport News, VA
09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Flux core welded
  • Drove fork lifts to load and unload units
  • Hard faced units to prevent the deterioration of metal.

Welder

Hunnington Ingalls
Newport News, VA
09.2017 - 10.2023
  • Maintained proficiency with cutting torches, hand tools and pneumatic devices.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.

Fabrication Welder

ArcFabs LLC
Newport News, Virginia
10.2022 - 08.2023
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
  • Adhered closely to safety protocols, applicable regulations and industry best practices.
  • Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.

Habitat for Humanity Volunteer

New Horizons Regional Education Center
Newport News, Virginia
06.2016 - 11.2017
  • Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Offered support and assistance to community members.
  • Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
  • Cleaned job sites and properties of packing material after loading trucks with boxes and furniture weighing up to 300 pounds.
  • Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Welding/Buidling Maintenance

New Horizons
Hampton
06.2016

High School Diploma -

An Achievable Dream Middle And High
06.2014

Skills

  • Mig Welding (proficient)
  • Flux core (proficient)
  • Pulse arc
  • Hard facing
  • Heating torch use
  • Cutting torch use
  • Fork lift operation
  • Pallet handling
  • Grinding
  • Arc Rig to create bevels and/or repair metal defects
  • completed a OSHA Certification

Timeline

Welder/Loader and Unloader

Dove Welding and Fabrication
09.2023 - 01.2024

Fabrication Welder

ArcFabs LLC
10.2022 - 08.2023

Walmart Spark

Walmart
09.2022 - Current

Welder

Hunnington Ingalls
09.2017 - 10.2023

Habitat for Humanity Volunteer

New Horizons Regional Education Center
06.2016 - 11.2017

Certificate of Completion - Welding/Buidling Maintenance

New Horizons

High School Diploma -

An Achievable Dream Middle And High
Roderic Boykins Jr