Rodney (Tad) Duckworth
Monongahela,PA
Summary
Dynamic Welding Instructor with a strong foundation in integrated technology, dedicated to fostering an engaging classroom environment that promotes continuous learning and enhances student retention. Proven track record of effectively teaching adult learners by utilizing innovative strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles. Committed to student success through timely communication, constructive feedback, and tailored instructional methods aligned with individual goals. Prioritizing the achievement of students' aspirations ensures a supportive and impactful educational experience.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate PSI
Cummins Inc.
11.2023 - 08.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Work with multiple programs including Insite, QSOL and Rapid Serve. Along with others such as microsoft, Excel, Teams and Zoom.
- Proved technical assistance to technicians for troubleshooting engine diagnostics and procedures.
- Proved technical support for all Cummins diesel engines as well as Liquid Propane, Natural gas and gasoline engines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked remote through chat, out-going and in-coming phone calls as well as emails in a fast pace environment.
Welding Instructor
Lincoln College Of Technology
02.2017 - 06.2023
- Supervised 30 students per class taught
- Classroom Lessons: Blueprints, Welding Symbols, and Construction Math. Also, prep them for OSHA 10 and NCCER Certifications.
- Shop Lessons: weld processes of GMAW, GTAW, FCAW and SMAW.
- Positions taught: 2F, 3F and 4F fillet welds. 2G, 3G, 4G open groove plate. 2G and 6G tube and pipe welding.
- Proper Cutting Technique Lessons: processes of PAC, Oxy-Fuel and A-CAC.
- Established relationship between testing facility and college for students to certify weld plates.
- Implemented safety protocols during instruction, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries in the classroom.
- Managed classroom activities efficiently by implementing effective time-management strategies tailored to each lesson plan's objectives.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback to guide improvement.
- Prepared students for industry-recognized certifications through targeted instruction on testing requirements and procedures.
- Worked with Local Unions for student placement.
- Tested students in the AWS D1.1 and AMSE Section IX for Welding Certifications.
- Mentored new instructors on teaching methodologies and classroom management strategies, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, helping them overcome challenges and achieve academic success.
- Attended graduation ceremonies.
Combination Pipe Welder
6G Welding
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Beveled and cut carbon steel piping, using saddle torches and manual cutting torches.
- Streamlined project timelines through efficient organization of materials and tools required for each welding task.
- Delivered exceptional craftsmanship by mastering industry-standard welding techniques and consistently applying them throughout all projects.
- Demonstrated adaptability by completing diverse projects across different industries such as oil and gas, pressure pipe, boiler tubes and live gas pipes.
- Bid jobs, accumulated all required permits for commercial jobs.
- Employed a crew of fitters, welders and helpers.
- Provided on-time completion of jobs through professional quality work while remaining under OSHA standards.
- Kept businesses up to date on process of job and completion dates.
- Maintained company records of consumables and material cost.
- Handled all Human resources duties, such as employee pay checks and company financial documents.
Combination Pipe Welder
Air Temp Heating & Cooling
06.2015 - 11.2020
- Lay, fit and weld all pressure pipe, boiler tubes, grease pipe and gas pipe in industrial business downtown Nashville and surrounding areas.
- Gas pipe jobs would be live.
- Welding on pressure pipe was done with GTAW and SMAW.
- Welding on grease pipe was done with GMAW.
- Pipe was Smoked checked, pressure checked or X-rayed after completion of job.
Welder/Fabricator/Master Blueprint Designer
Circle H Barns
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Builder and designer of high end airplane hangers and custom built barns.
- Designed all master prints for projects.
- Maintained customers through advertisement.
- Kept orders organized.
- Customers projects were completed in on-time manner.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
Structural Welder/Ironworker
Nashville Fabrication And Engineering
10.2012 - 01.2014
- Built large Sky Scrapers, warehouses, bridge work and stadiums through use of reading blueprints.
- Kept within OSHA guidelines and safety.
- Maintaining safety through proper use of Safety Harness and other PPE.
- Worked in two man teams on projects.
Welder/Fabricator
Tinman Kustoms
06.2003 - 08.2012
- Built custom motorcycles for customers from ground up.
- Custom build frames, fenders and custom tooled leather seats.
- Built jigs and blueprints for all projects.
- Welding was done with GMAW and GTAW.
Education
Welding Degree - Welding Technology
Moultrie Technical College
Moultrie, GA06.2015
Welding And Joining Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College - Nashville
Nashville, TN01.2014
Skills
- Technical blueprint interpretation
- Custom fabrication solutions
- Expertise in advanced GTAW techniques
- Proficient in GMAW techniques
- Experienced in flux-cored welding processes
- Proficient in SMAW techniques
- Team supervision
- Academic motivation strategies
- Effective classroom management
Affiliations
- Shriners International
- Freemason
Certification
- 6G Combo GTAW/SMAW ASME Section IX
- 6G ASME GTAW Section IX
- 6G ASME SMAW Section IX
- 3G GMAW AWS
- 4G GMAW AWS
- OSHA 10 14-006432746
- NCCER Craft Instructor 17454127
- Teaching Certifications 11 States
- Alabama Coil Certification
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Certification
Timeline
Corporate PSI
Cummins Inc.
11.2023 - 08.2025
Combination Pipe Welder
6G Welding
04.2018 - 01.2022
Welding Instructor
Lincoln College Of Technology
02.2017 - 06.2023
Combination Pipe Welder
Air Temp Heating & Cooling
06.2015 - 11.2020
Welder/Fabricator/Master Blueprint Designer
Circle H Barns
02.2014 - 06.2015
Structural Welder/Ironworker
Nashville Fabrication And Engineering
10.2012 - 01.2014
Welder/Fabricator
Tinman Kustoms
06.2003 - 08.2012
Welding Degree - Welding Technology
Moultrie Technical College
Welding And Joining Technology
Miller-Motte Technical College - Nashville
Lead Welding Instructor
Through hard work and ability for student focus was able to become lead welding instructor.
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