Rodney Mcallen
Temple
Summary
Hardworking Welder skilled in MIG, flux and stick welding. Talented at operating drill press and crane. Strong background in welding and metal fabrication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1999
1999
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Welder/Fabrication Welder
American Tank Company
Troy
03.2024 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and arc welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for accurate assembly.
- Operated welding equipment and tools to complete projects efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety.
- Collaborated with team members on complex welding tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during operation.
- Assisted in training new welders on proper techniques and equipment use.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
Fabrication Welder
Coxs Welding
Temple
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Operated welding equipment and maintained tools for optimal performance.
- Followed company protocols to adhere to project timelines and specifications.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness prior to starting work on them.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
- Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
- Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies used in the fabrication process, ordering additional items when necessary.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
Supervisor of landscape
Leon valley reality
Temple
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted in planning and designing landscape layouts for residential properties.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety.
- Collaborated with team members on various landscaping projects and tasks.
- Supported the maintenance of lawns, gardens, and outdoor spaces regularly.
- Observed safety protocols while working in diverse weather conditions outdoors.
- Participated in client meetings to understand landscaping preferences and requirements.
- Kept accurate records of daily tasks and project progress for management review.
- Oversaw maintenance, fueling, and cleaning of equipment and vehicles.
- Trained and instructed new crew members to teach proper use of landscape equipment, maintenance practices and safety procedures.
- Communicated with managers to resolve issues needing attention on customer property.
- Directed crew members completing landscaping tasks.
- Organized worker schedules and supervised loading of tools and equipment on work trailers to prepare for upcoming workday.
- Completed daily timesheets for team and submitted to managers.
- Collaborated with contractors on irrigation system installations, hardscaping projects and lighting upgrades.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly through effective communication strategies.
- Oversaw the installation of new plants, trees and shrubs according to industry standards.
- Performed periodic assessments of existing landscapes identifying areas needing improvement or repair work.
- Monitored budget expenditures related to landscape operations ensuring that all expenses were within allocated limits.
- Established protocols for storage and disposal of hazardous materials used in lawn care activities.
- Inspected irrigation systems regularly to detect any leaks or malfunctions affecting performance.
- Coordinated with suppliers to purchase bulk quantities of mulch, soil and other products at discounted prices.
- Supervised a team of landscapers in performing routine maintenance tasks such as mowing, pruning, fertilizing and watering.
- Oversaw supply and tool inventory and replenished supplies, liaising with vendors to obtain cost-effective pricing.
Education
Ged
Temple, TXSkills
- MIG weldi
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding equipment operation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Training facilitation
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Hand-forming workpieces
- Valve repairs
- Stick welding
- OSHA compliance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welder/Fabrication Welder
American Tank Company
03.2024 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Coxs Welding
08.2018 - 08.2021
Supervisor of landscape
Leon valley reality
02.2016 - 05.2018
Ged