Joseph Winkles
Newport News,VA
Summary
Highly skilled and experienced welder with 10 years of experience in the industry. Proficient in various welding techniques, including MIG, and stick welding. Proven track record of producing high-quality welds and meeting project deadlines. Adapt to analyzing blueprints to ensure exact measurements for various welding activities, including welding fabrication, soldering, and pipe-welding.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Machinery Operator
Lars Group
Williamsburg, VA
05.2022 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery, including bulldozers and cranes, adhering to industry regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety compliance.
- Executed loading and unloading tasks using forklifts and cranes efficiently.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas to uphold safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance project completion efficiency.
- Followed supervisor instructions to perform daily operational activities.
- Participated in safety training sessions, improving knowledge of operational protocols.
- Communicated project updates and equipment needs clearly with crew members.
Petroleum Technician
Driscol
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted in equipment maintenance and calibration procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections of oil and gas facilities.
- Supported team in performing daily operational tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with colleagues to troubleshoot equipment issues.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Analyzed data from various sources to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.
- Assisted in the installation of piping systems, pumps, valves, and other related components for new projects.
- Performed calculations related to drilling operations such as calculating surface pressures and depths.
- Tested samples of crude oil for quality assurance purposes using laboratory equipment.
- Monitored flow rates of crude oil through pipelines and adjusted pumps accordingly to maintain optimal levels.
- Evaluated remote wellsites through visual inspection and reported any potential hazards found.
- Repaired broken down equipment by replacing faulty parts or performing welding work when necessary.
- Inspected storage tanks for leaks or corrosion damage using specialized testing tools.
- Operated machinery such as drill bits, mud motors, and casing tongs during well completion processes.
- Investigated incidents involving spills or accidents at worksites and documented findings accordingly.
- Maintained detailed records of all activities including production volumes, pump performance metrics.
- Performed daily inspections on drilling rigs and other oil field equipment to ensure safety regulations were being met.
Heavy Machinery Operator
CA Barrs
Yorktown, VA
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Operated heavy machinery, including bulldozers and excavators, to complete construction projects efficiently.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure safety compliance and proper functionality.
- Performed pre-operational checks on machines to identify malfunctions before use.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve project objectives effectively.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using forklifts and cranes, enhancing workflow.
- Participated in safety training sessions to reinforce industry protocol knowledge.
- Communicated project updates and equipment needs to crew members efficiently.
- Constructed roads according to blueprints by grading surfaces and compacting them with rollers.
Plumber
Cody Adams LLC
Thomaston, Georgia
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Assisted with installation of plumbing fixtures in residential properties.
- Learned and followed safety protocols for plumbing tasks on job sites.
- Helped troubleshoot plumbing issues under supervision of experienced plumbers.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks.
- Organized work areas to promote a safe and efficient environment.
- Observed proper techniques for water system maintenance and repairs.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
Welder
Mid-State Steel Erectors
Macon, GA
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welding tasks.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance and safety compliance.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and adherence to regulations.
- Handled hazardous materials in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Repaired broken parts using cutting torches and advanced welding techniques.
- Fabricated components for machinery frames, tanks, and pressure vessels based on project specifications.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment across various positions.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools to enhance longevity.
Education
GED -
Upson Lee High School
Thomaston, GA06-1998
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Machinery inspection
- Load management
- Maintenance procedures
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Workflow optimization
- Tool maintenance
- Loader operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Excavation techniques
- Bulldozer operation
- Hydraulic systems
- Backfilling techniques
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Hydro excavation
- Skid steer proficiency
- Welding process
- Metal fabrication
- Shaping and cutting
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Welding procedure specification
- Joint preparation
- Stick welding
- Soldering techniques
- Overhead welding
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Welding position proficiency
- Weld slagging
- MIG welding professional
- Plasma arc welding
Timeline
Heavy Machinery Operator
Lars Group
05.2022 - Current
Petroleum Technician
Driscol
05.2021 - 05.2022
Heavy Machinery Operator
CA Barrs
04.2019 - 05.2021
Plumber
Cody Adams LLC
03.2016 - 04.2019
Welder
Mid-State Steel Erectors
01.2013 - 03.2016
GED -
Upson Lee High School
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