Russell Simmons
Tullahoma,TN
Summary
Hoping to get to further my skills in pipe fitting, and make a future career out of the trade.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice helper
Williams Mechanical
Nashville, TN
02.2026 - Current
- Supported pipe fitter in tasks, gaining hands-on experience in pipe fitting processes.
- Performed critical lifts in and out of basement at building 878, contributing to project progress at Arnold Air Force Base.
- Supported daily operations by assisting technicians with mechanical repairs.
- Organized tools and equipment for efficient workflow in the workshop.
- Maintained work area cleanliness to ensure a safe environment for staff.
Laborer
Blankenship Group
Tullahoma, TN
04.2025 - 01.2026
- One of my responsibilities operated a torch and demoed all the old air compressor systems in building 878 on Arnold Air Force Base.
- Operated the gantry crane in the ceiling of building 878.
- My last job was to make sure that I conducted my work safely, and keep other around me safe
Welder
Nissan
Decherd, USA
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Performed tig-welding on dies for crankshafts.
- Built safety improvements.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components securely.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fabrication.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all welding activities.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Pre-Apprentice Line Worker Program
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, AL 01.2025 - 02.2025
High School Diploma -
Tullahoma School
Skills
- Basic welding techniques
- Can operate equipment
- Pipe fitting
- Welding techniques
- Mechanical repairs
- Very mechanically inclined
Certificates And Licenses
- Commercial Driver's License
- Confined Space Training
- OSHA 10 Hour Training for Construction Industry
- Work Keys Certification
- Pre-Apprentice Line Worker Program
- Fiber Optics Certificate
- TN Valley Public Power Assoc Pole
- Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate
- Certified SMAW Welding
- Climbing Certification
- Traffic Control Devices Flagger Training Certification
- CPR Certification
- Instructor
- Overhead Gantry crane certification
Timeline
Apprentice helper
Williams Mechanical
02.2026 - Current
Laborer
Blankenship Group
04.2025 - 01.2026
Certificate of Completion - Pre-Apprentice Line Worker Program
Calhoun Community College
01.2025 - 02.2025
Welder
Nissan
09.2023 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Tullahoma School