Ryan Thompson
Laurel,MS
Summary
Professional structural fitter with strong expertise in assembling and installing metal frameworks, ensuring structural integrity and safety. Adept at interpreting blueprints and technical diagrams, utilizing welding and cutting tools, and performing precise measurements. Highly collaborative team player focused on delivering results and adapting to evolving project requirements. Known for reliability, problem-solving skills, and strong work ethic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Structural Fitter
CBR Machinists Inc
03.2025 - 04.2025
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
- Followed safety protocols when using cutting torch, welding machine, and grinders.
- Reviewed work orders to accurately prepare inventories of materials, equipment, and tools.
- Accurately and safely installed structures according to blueprints.
Structural Fitter
Southeastern Industrial Contractors LLC
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Cut, measured and shaped metal after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
- Ensured safety compliance by following strict welding procedures and wearing proper personal protective equipment during tasks.
Structural Fitter
MW Industrial Services
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Examined metal work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
- Cut, measured and shaped metal after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
- Optimized work performance through regular maintenance of tools and equipment for uninterrupted operations.
- Fabricated components and supports.
- Enhanced project efficiency by fabricating and assembling steel structures according to specified plans.
Structural Fitter
G A West Construction
10.2017 - 08.2020
- Examined metal, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
- Cut, measured and shaped metal after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
- Maintained quality control with thorough inspections of welded joints and structural connections.
- Improved structural integrity by accurately reading and interpreting blueprints for various projects.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by aligning structural components according to precise measurements and specifications.
- Tacked weld clips and brackets in place for permanent welding.
- Resolved issues by effectively communicating with engineers to clarify design specifications when needed.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts for welding and bolt-up.
- Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
Helper
National Boiler
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Performed manual labor and random jobs to help teams accomplish goals.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, reducing accidents and increasing overall productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Jones High School
Ellisville, MS05-2014
Skills
- Grinding skills
- Mechanical tools
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Measurement accuracy
- Torque wrench usage
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety practices
- Safety procedures
- Pipe fitting
- Fastening techniques
- Layout planning
- Interpreting blueprints
- Operating forklifts
- Repairing
- Cutting materials
- Rigging
- Cutting tools operation
Certification
OSHA 10
Timeline
Structural Fitter
CBR Machinists Inc
03.2025 - 04.2025
Structural Fitter
Southeastern Industrial Contractors LLC
05.2023 - 12.2024
Structural Fitter
MW Industrial Services
06.2021 - 05.2023
Structural Fitter
G A West Construction
10.2017 - 08.2020
Helper
National Boiler
03.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
South Jones High School
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