Samuel Benzie
Walla Walla
Summary
Dynamic welder with extensive experience in multiple welding processes and CAD programming. Known for strong conflict resolution skills and team leadership, ensuring projects consistently meet specifications and deadlines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Precision Welder
Key Technology
Walla Walla, WA
01.2025 - Current
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate stainless steel components with precision.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings via SolidWorks to ensure accurate construction of product.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain high standards of craftsmanship.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean, organized work environment consistently.
- Mentored inexperienced welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Experienced with an understanding of building of multiple PPM machines as well as PPM products.
- Knowledge of how to locate parts via online or work order paperwork.
Lead Welder/Metal Fabricator
Dodge Boys Excavation
Mountain Home, ID
08.2023 - 11.2024
- In charge of all fabrication from structural platforms to heavy-duty repair.
- Skills in multiple welding processes including GMAW, fluxcore, dual shield, stick, and aluminum welding.
- Use of power and hand tools involving grinders, dremels, oxy-acetylene and plasma torch.
- Ensured all projects met both blueprint and safety specifications.
- Led and advised small teams to ensure projects met set deadlines.
Welder/Metal Fabricator
Edwards Mechanical & Welding
Walla Walla, WA
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Operation of large machinery including press brake machines, plasma tables, metal shears brakes and end mills.
- Welding involving both steel GMAW as well as aluminum spool gun/MIG.
- Responsible for maintaining precision measurements and angles over various projects.
- Interpreted complex blueprints and CAD designs.
Education
No Degree - Business
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, IDSkills
- Welding with multiple processes
- Blueprint reading
- Understanding of CAD programming and SolidWorks
- Attention to detail
- Metal fabrication
- Composure under stress
- Employee relationship management
- Problem solving
Timeline
Precision Welder
Key Technology
01.2025 - Current
Lead Welder/Metal Fabricator
Dodge Boys Excavation
08.2023 - 11.2024
Welder/Metal Fabricator
Edwards Mechanical & Welding
01.2021 - 07.2023
No Degree - Business
Lewis-Clark State College