Son Dao
Slidell,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented welder skilled in stick welding and quality control. Committed to safety compliance and process optimization, ensuring high-quality welding results in diverse project environments.
Versatile welder with extensive experience in various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG. Known for maintaining stringent quality standards and fostering team collaboration, driving successful project outcomes and reducing waste.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
07.2025 - 04.2026
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to maintain production standards.
- Maintained welding equipment, ensuring proper function and safety compliance.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
Welder
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula, MS
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
Welder
Avondale Shipyard
New Orleans, LA
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Enhanced workshop safety by consistently adhering to all safety protocols and conducting regular equipment checks.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
Welder
C & C Marine & Repair Inc
Belle Chasse, LA
04.2010 - 05.2012
- Fabricated and assembled metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise measurements and specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints to maintain production standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance efficiency in repair projects.
- Maintained welding equipment, ensuring proper function and safety compliance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced rework time on projects.
- Coordinated with supervisors to troubleshoot welding issues and develop effective solutions.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vo Thi Sau
Da Nang, VietnamSkills
- Stick welding
Timeline
Welder
Ingalls Shipbuilding
07.2025 - 04.2026
Welder
Ingalls Shipbuilding
05.2021 - 06.2024
Welder
Avondale Shipyard
03.2012 - 06.2015
Welder
C & C Marine & Repair Inc
04.2010 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Vo Thi Sau