Roderick Lamond Ward Jr
Lucedale,MISSISSIPPI
Summary
Experienced Boilermaker Journeyman specializing in welding and mechanical troubleshooting. Committed to safety compliance and quality assurance, enhancing project outcomes. Mentored apprentices to uphold industry standards and improve team efficiency. Delivered maintenance support and customer service, ensuring positive experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Boilermaker Journeyman
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers L.U. 110
Hattiesburg, Mississippi
06.2016 - Current
- Installed manholes, taps, tubes, valves, gauges, and feedwater connections in water tube boilers.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components effectively.
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures according to specifications and blueprints.
- Maintained tools and equipment in safe working condition consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Conducted inspections to ensure processes complied with safety standards.
- Trained apprentices on best practices and safety protocols, enhancing their skills and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Supported troubleshooting of mechanical issues during installations, contributing to timely project completion and minimizing downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
George County Highschool
Lucedale, MS05-2016
Skills
- Welding expertise
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
- Blueprint interpretation
- Fabrication skills
- Pipe fabrication and fitting
- Vessel assembly
- Steelwork fitting
- Parts assembly
- Cutting techniques
- Demolition techniques
- Troubleshooting
- Quality inspection
- Safety compliance
- Lifting and rigging
- Grinding techniques
- Equipment operation
- Precision measuring tools
- Frame alignment and leak detection
- Technical documentation
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Hand tools and power tools operation
Certification
Graduated Boilermaker Apprentice 4 years - Journeyman
Affiliations
Hunting Wildlife
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Boilermaker Journeyman
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers L.U. 110
06.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
George County Highschool