Roger Bays
Palm Coast,FL
Summary
Dynamic Fabrication Welder with a proven track record at Germfree, excelling in MIG welding and blueprint interpretation. Recognized for enhancing project efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and strong collaboration skills. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and safety protocols, consistently delivering superior results on time and within budget.
Skilled fabrication professional with strong expertise in welding, interpreting blueprints, and metalworking. Proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time while maintaining safety standards. Effective team collaborator known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic environments. Specialized skills in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, along with proficiency in using various metal fabrication tools and machinery.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Germfree
03.2023 - Current
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
Pipefitter
GreenWood Inc.
01.2014 - 02.2023
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Improved overall quality of workmanship with frequent training sessions on industry standards and best practices.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate estimates for labor and material costs, resulting in more competitive bids.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality materials at optimal prices.
- Reduced waste by implementing rigorous inventory control systems, optimizing material usage across all projects managed.
- Mentored junior team members providing guidance, support, and sharing expertise to ensure their growth within the profession successfully progressed over time.
- Performed quality assurance checks regularly identifying potential issues early allowing for swift corrective action minimizing negative impacts on overall timelines.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by monitoring progress, addressing delays, and adjusting resources as needed.
- Contributed significantly towards maintaining a safe working environment by upholding stringent safety protocols minimizing risks associated with potential workplace hazards.
- Assisted in the design of custom pipe systems tailored to meet unique specifications demanded by clients across diverse industry sectors.
- Developed a solid reputation for excellence within the industry through consistent delivery of superior results on time and within budget constraints.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Ironworker
Local Union 787
01.2001 - 01.2014
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Maneuvered and positioned support structures before and after pouring concrete, often manipulating iron by cutting, welding, or bending.
- Mentored junior ironworkers in proper techniques and best practices for increased skill development and growth within the trade.
- Implemented innovative techniques in rigging operations resulting in reduced installation times while maintaining safety standards.
- Ensured high-quality workmanship through rigorous quality control checks at every stage of construction.
- Improved client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing regular updates on project progress.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Set up and operated shears, brakes and presses to complete jobs to required specifications.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Charleston, WV06-1991
Skills
- MIG welding
- Grinders
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Plasma cutting
- Fabrication
- Hand tool safety
- Parts fabrication
- Welding safety procedures
- Carbon steel welding
- Jig fabrication
- Gas metal arc welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Stainless steel welding
- Blueprints
- Defect repair
- Welding symbols
- Flux core arc welding
- Welding codes and standards
- Custom fabrication
- Crane and rigging safety
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Structural fabrication
- Shop drawings
- Personal protective equipment
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Job orders
- Visual inspection
- Weld inspections
- Fire prevention and protection
- Power tool safety
- Welder qualification test
- Precision measurement
- Specification reading
- Equipment management
- Quality control and assurance
- Hazard communication
- Post-welding treatment
- AWS D11 structural welding code
- Electrical safety
- Confined space entry
- Fall protection
- Structure repair
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
Honorably served in the United States Marine Corps
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Germfree
03.2023 - Current
Pipefitter
GreenWood Inc.
01.2014 - 02.2023
Ironworker
Local Union 787
01.2001 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
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