Shaden Hoover

• Combo Welder / Fitter – Aluminum Fabrication
• Fabricated, fit, and welded aluminum wire rope guide booms for U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects in accordance with engineering drawings, fabrication specifications, and quality standards.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, weld symbols, shop drawings, and dimensional specifications to accurately fabricate and assemble structural aluminum components.
• Laid out, measured, marked, cut, beveled, and fit aluminum plate, structural shapes, and extrusions to blueprint tolerances using precision measuring tools and fabrication equipment.
• Prepared aluminum weld joints by cleaning base material, removing oxidation, beveling edges, and ensuring proper joint fit-up prior to welding.
• Performed GMAW (MIG) aluminium welding in 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G positions while maintaining proper penetration, fusion, and bead profile.
• Fit, aligned, clamped, and tack welded assemblies to maintain dimensional accuracy and minimize distortion throughout the fabrication process.
• Operated saws, grinders, plasma cutters, magnetic drills, and other fabrication equipment to prepare materials and complete structural modifications.
• Produced high-quality structural welds that successfully met radiographic (X-ray) and liquid dye penetrant (PT) inspection requirements.
• Performed visual inspections and corrected weld discontinuities as needed to ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable welding procedures.
• Worked closely with quality control inspectors, supervisors, and fabrication personnel to ensure all assemblies met dimensional tolerances and inspection standards.
• Maintained material traceability, identified fabricated components, and completed work in accordance with production schedules and quality documentation.
• Followed OSHA safety regulations, welding procedures, and shop quality standards while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

• Structural Steel FitterGrid Structures / Southland Industrial Coatings
• Fabricated and fit structural steel components for electric utility transmission systems, substations, telecommunications towers, and renewable energy projects.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, fabrication drawings, weld symbols, and engineering specifications to accurately assemble structural steel components.
• Laid out, measured, marked, and fit steel poles, A-frames, H-frames, equipment supports, and custom structural assemblies to precise dimensional tolerances.
• Positioned, aligned, clamped, and tack welded structural members prior to final welding using cranes, chain falls, come-alongs, and precision measuring tools.
• Operated oxy-fuel cutting torches, plasma cutters, magnetic drills, grinders, ironworkers, and other fabrication equipment to prepare and fit materials.
• Verified dimensions, elevations, and structural alignment using tape measures, levels, framing squares, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
• Performed structural modifications, hole layout, bevel preparation, and fit-up to ensure proper weld access and compliance with fabrication drawings.
• Worked with carbon steel plate, structural tubing, wide flange beams, channels, angles, and pipe while maintaining strict quality standards.
• Assisted welders by preparing joints, maintaining proper root openings, bevel angles, and structural alignment to ensure high-quality welds.
• Coordinated with welders, supervisors, and quality control personnel to ensure assemblies met project specifications and production schedules.
• Prepared fabricated components for sandblasting, metalizing, fireproofing, and protective coating applications while maintaining material traceability.
• Performed visual inspections throughout fabrication to verify dimensional accuracy and identify defects before final welding and coating.
• Maintained a safe, organized work environment by following OSHA regulations, shop safety procedures, and company quality standards while operating overhead cranes and material handling equipment.

• Performed maintenance and repair work at an ethanol production facility for Ohmstede Industrial Services during planned outages and maintenance projects.
• Removed and replaced manway doors, hardware, and sealing surfaces to restore pressure vessel integrity and ensure safe operation.
• Disassembled and reassembled heat exchangers by removing flanges, tube bundles, and related components for inspection, maintenance, and repair.
• Replaced gaskets, studs, nuts, and bolts on flanged piping and exchanger connections, ensuring proper bolt torque, alignment, and leak-free service.
• Assisted with equipment isolation, disassembly, fit-up, and reassembly while following plant specifications and maintenance procedures.
• Inspected flange faces, gasket surfaces, and bolting components for wear or damage before reinstallation to maintain equipment reliability.
• Operated hand tools, hydraulic torque equipment, impact wrenches, grinders, and rigging equipment safely and efficiently throughout maintenance operations.
• Worked closely with welders, pipefitters, millwrights, and plant personnel to complete critical repairs within outage schedules while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
• Followed OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined space, and hot work procedures in an industrial plant environment.

Combo Welder

• Performed precision GTAW (TIG) welding on stainless steel process piping during repair and modification projects at the International Paper Mill in New Bern, North Carolina.
• Fabricated, fit, and welded stainless steel piping to reroute an elevated steam line, increasing overhead clearance for crane access while maintaining system integrity and meeting project specifications.
• Read isometric drawings, measured, fit, aligned, and installed piping systems while ensuring proper weld quality, fit-up, and dimensional accuracy.
• Completed emergency shutdown repairs at the Aurorium chemical plant in Denham Springs, Louisiana, under demanding production schedules.
• Cut, fit, and welded a replacement candy cane exchanger top, installing new 36-inch flanges on both sides to improve equipment maintenance and future accessibility.
• Modified process equipment by welding an additional flange to the adjoining tower, converting a permanent welded connection into a bolted connection for easier removal and cleaning during future maintenance outages.
• Performed structural modifications by removing and relocating a manway approximately 45 degrees to provide adequate clearance for the removal and installation of internal chevrons during tower maintenance.
• Executed precision cutting, fit-up, grinding, and welding while maintaining proper alignment, flange face integrity, and dimensional tolerances.
• Worked safely in an industrial plant environment, following confined space, hot work, and plant safety procedures while coordinating with pipefitters, supervisors, and maintenance personnel to complete critical repairs on schedule.

• Fabricated, fitted, and assembled crane booms, structural frames, outriggers, and heavy steel components according to engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding specifications.
• Welded structural boom, crane, and heavy equipment components using GMAW (MIG), GTAW (TIG), and SMAW (Stick) welding processes in 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G positions.
• Welded carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum components while maintaining proper penetration, weld profile, and structural integrity.
• Performed fit-up operations by clamping, tacking, grinding, heat bending, and positioning materials to achieve proper joint alignment before final welding.
• Laid out, aligned, measured, and secured components using precision measuring tools including straightedges, combination squares, levels, calipers, and tape measures to ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Selected and installed the correct welding equipment, torches, filler metals, shielding gases, and machine settings based on material type, thickness, and welding procedures.
• Adjusted gas regulators, flow rates, voltage, amperage, and wire feed settings to produce high-quality welds that met company and customer standards.
• Monitored heat input throughout the welding process to minimize distortion, shrinkage, and warping while maintaining dimensional tolerances.
• Operated grinders, cutting torches, air arc gouging equipment, and power tools to prepare joints, remove defects, and finish welds for inspection.
• Removed slag, spatter, and excess weld material through grinding and finishing to produce clean, professional welds ready for fabrication or final assembly.
• Identified, marked, and tracked materials using job numbers and production documentation to maintain quality control and workflow efficiency.
• Performed visual inspections of completed welds to verify compliance with fabrication standards, weld procedures, and quality requirements.
• Maintained a safe, organized work area while following OSHA regulations, welding safety procedures, and company quality standards.

• Operated asphalt pavers and screeds to place asphalt at specified thickness, grade, and slope according to project specifications and foreman direction.
• Safely operated asphalt transfer buggies to receive material from haul trucks and efficiently feed asphalt into the paver hopper, maintaining continuous production.
• Monitored material flow and machine performance to ensure consistent paving quality and minimize downtime.
• Maintained clean, accurate paving lines and smooth surface finishes while meeting quality and productivity standards.
• Worked closely with paving crews, truck drivers, and supervisors to maintain production schedules and ensure safe job site operations.
• Followed all OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and traffic control procedures while operating heavy equipment.
• Performed daily equipment inspections, routine maintenance, and reported mechanical issues to keep equipment operating safely and efficiently.
• Operated milling machines and skid steers to remove existing asphalt surfaces in preparation for paving operations.

• Performed high-quality welding in 1G, 2G, 3G, and 4G positions on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum using GTAW (TIG), GMAW (MIG), and SMAW (Stick) processes.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings to ensure accurate layout, fit-up, and weld quality.
• Determined proper welding methods, joint preparation, and equipment based on material type, thickness, and project specifications.
• Selected and installed appropriate torches, tips, filler metals, shielding gases, and welding consumables according to material specifications and welding procedures.
• Set up and operated hand tools, power tools, welding machines, torches, and cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Laid out, positioned, aligned, and secured components using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and precision measuring tools.
• Performed fit-up operations by clamping, tacking, grinding, heat bending, and aligning components to meet dimensional tolerances and welding requirements.
• Adjusted gas regulators, flow rates, and welding machine settings to achieve proper penetration, bead profile, and weld integrity.
• Monitored welding and fabrication processes to minimize distortion, shrinkage, warping, and overheating while maintaining quality standards.
• Cleaned and finished welds by chipping slag, grinding, and removing spatter to produce welds that met inspection and customer requirements.
• Marked, identified, and tracked materials using job numbers and project documentation to maintain production accuracy and traceability.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment while following company procedures and applicable welding codes and standards.