Seth Buss
Lakeview,OR
Summary
With a proven track record at Cole (Boilermaker Union 242), I excel in precision measuring and problem-solving, ensuring projects exceed expectations. Skilled in both gas tungsten arc welding and fostering teamwork, I've consistently delivered high-quality workmanship, significantly enhancing efficiency and performance levels.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Boilermaker
Cole (Boilermaker Union 242)
11.2016 - Current
- Utilized specialized tools and machinery to complete repairs and installation.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through diligent adherence to codes and guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Assembled and analyzed boilers for defects.
- Operated forklifts, bobcats and track hoes.
- Removed boiler casings, grades, handrails, manhole, and hole covers to facilitate access to boilers or other vessels for repair.
- Achieved timely project completion by effectively managing resources, schedules, and deadlines while working on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Assembled and installed boilers, tanks and vats according to blueprints and specifications.
- Cleaned and maintained boilers and associated equipment to increase efficiency and performance level.
- Used power hammers or weld pressure vessel tubes to achieve leakproof joints.
Maintenance Technician
Lake County Fairgrounds
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
Education
GED -
Lakeview High School
Lakeview, OR06-1996
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Structural steelwork
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Grinding techniques
- Gas metal arc welding
- Safety procedures
- Welding
- Component installation
- Precision measuring
- Plasma cutting
- Material prepping
- Welding expertise
- Parts fabrication
- Repair services
- Heavy lifting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Repair work
- Carbon arc gouging
- Rigging
- Parts and components fabrication
- Pipefitting
- Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Structural fittings
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Pressure vessel construction
- Boiler equipment
- System assembly
- Boiler installation
- Leak detection
- Cutting and threading
- Pipe fabrication
- Tube installation
- Pipe cutting
- Metal hammering
- Metal cutting
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Torch cutting
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Work order completion
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Hand-eye coordination
- OSHA standards
Certification
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30-hour (OSHA 30) - OSHA Training Institute.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Lake County Fairgrounds
11.2020 - 03.2023
Boilermaker
Cole (Boilermaker Union 242)
11.2016 - Current
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration 30-hour (OSHA 30) - OSHA Training Institute.
GED -
Lakeview High School
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