SINCERE NORMAN
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Dedicated Pipefitter Welder with proven expertise in industrial manufacturing and equipment operation. Skilled in Stick, MIG, and Tig welding, blueprint interpretation, and forklift operation. Capable of managing physically demanding tasks and maintaining safety standards in high-pressure environments. Resourceful team member focused on efficiently completing tasks with minimal supervision.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Pile Driver
Hampton Roads Connector Partners
Norfolk, VA
2023.07 - Current
- Welded and drove piles within specifications to ensure compliance with VDOT's welding standards.
- Performed FCAW-S and SMAW welding techniques in 3G, 3F, 4F, and 2G positions to ensure structural integrity.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques for structural integrity.
- Built and placed templates for precise pile location.
- Use Oxy fuel cutting torch to cut and prep steel.
- Logged deliveries, drop-off times and special conditions in company system.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently to meet demanding route targets.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for efficient cargo loading and unloading.
Mig Welder
Marrick LLC
Chesapeake, VA
2021.02 - 2023.07
- Executed multi-pass welding using SMAW, GWAM, and FCAW to ensure strong, durable joints.
- Performed multi-pass with SMAW, GWAM, & FCAW
- Weld completion in flat, horizontal, and overhead positions
- Completed welding tasks in flat, horizontal, and overhead positions, contributing to project versatility.
- Use Oxy-fuel torch to cut and prep steel.
- Upheld cleanliness and organization of work area to support safety compliance and operational efficiency.
Pipefitter Welder
ITAC
Newport News, VA
2019.02 - 2021.02
- Weld, cut, and fabricate metal pipes, tubes and fitting in accordance with project specifications.
- Fabricated piping systems using various materials and methods.
- Installed and repaired piping systems in commercial and industrial settings, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Cutting, assembling and installing pipes
- Measure, cut, thread, groove, bend and install piping according to specifications.
- Testing pipe systems to ensure safety and functionality.
- Conducted pressure tests to verify system integrity and meet safety standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installations.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Operated GMAW and oxy-fuel cutting torch for metal fabrication.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Fabricated metal components using TIG welding techniques for various projects.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work practices on job sites.
- Set up proper welding parameters such as amperage, voltage, gas flow rate.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Education
Certificate - Combination Welding
Tidewater Tech
Norfolk, VASkills
- GTAW Welding
- SMAW Welding
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Oxy-Fuel Cutting
- Brazing
- Blueprint interpretation
- Fabrication
- Pipe Systems
- Pipe Supports
- Rigging
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- OSHA compliance
- Safety behaviors expertise
Timeline
Welder Pile Driver
Hampton Roads Connector Partners
2023.07 - Current
Mig Welder
Marrick LLC
2021.02 - 2023.07
Pipefitter Welder
ITAC
2019.02 - 2021.02
Certificate - Combination Welding
Tidewater Tech