Accomplished Pipe Welder with extensive experience at Newport News Shipbuilding, specializing in stainless steel and carbon steel welding. Demonstrated exceptional teamwork and problem-solving abilities, consistently delivering high-quality welds that exceeded project specifications. Proven track record in enhancing efficiency and ensuring safety through meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Combo Welder
Newportnews Shipbuilder
Coordinated with colleagues to accomplish challenging pipe installations, promoting effective teamwork.
Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
Operated robotic cells machinery.
Pipewelder
Zachry Industrial
Jea power plant rebuild installation of new systems .schdule 10- schedule 80 carbon pipe usein stick procdure under asme standard stainless steel pipe schedule 10 thin walled up to 120 hvywall pipe in fab shop on site
Build hangers on site and rigged set on location in pipe rack
Structural Welder
Clark Personnel
04.2023 - 06.2025
Specialized in production welding, focusing on hard wire MIG techniques.
Pipewelder
JAG Industrial & Marine Services
03.2017 - 05.2022
Schedule 10 copper nickel welding sch10-schdule80 stainless fuel lime ac drain lines 85 percemt position welding in engine room all work done by navesea procdures no leaks in nothing
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Provided valuable input during project planning phases by offering insights into potential challenges and solutions based on experience.
Assisted in minimizing material waste by accurately measuring and cutting pipes before welding them together.
Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and welding symbols for pipe installations.
Enhanced customer satisfaction through attention to detail in completing precise welds that met or exceeded expectations.
Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively prioritizing and managing workload.
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Optimized workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workspace to streamline the completion of tasks efficiently.
Developed solid understanding of various metals'' properties, allowing for proper selection of filler materials for different applications.
Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
Demonstrated adaptability by quickly adjusting to changing project requirements or specifications when necessary.
Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Contributed to overall project success through effective collaboration with other trades on job sites, ensuring seamless integration of work efforts.
Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
Boosted productivity levels by troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly when they arose during the welding process.
Strengthened professional relationships with clients, colleagues, and supervisors by consistently demonstrating exceptional work ethic and dedication to project success.
Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following OSHA guidelines during all welding tasks.
Reduced rework costs with thorough inspection of completed welds, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks while adhering to high-quality standards throughout each step of the process.
Maintained optimal equipment performance through regular preventive maintenance, reducing downtime and repair expenses.
Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
Pipewelder
Electric Boat Builders
10.2009 - 05.2015
Completed high-security welding projects in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
Pipe Welder
NNI Industrial
10.2001 - 05.2006
Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
Streamlined inventory management by keeping track of consumables used during daily operations, preventing shortages or delays.
Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
Maintained professional growth through participation in industry conferences, seminars, and workshops related to pipe welding techniques and best practices.
Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
Suggested improvements to soldering process to increase efficiency.
Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
Monitored and documented soldering results.
Collaborated with team members to complete complex pipe installations, fostering efficient teamwork and communication.
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
Pipewelder
World Wide Labor
03.2000 - 06.2004
Welder high pressure fuel line on DDG naval vessel builded brackets for new missle system modify seawiz system with new stainless coolamt lines to up grade ac units..in stalled modifty weapons storage rm with brackets installed new fresh water system