Thomas Coady
North Bend
Summary
Certified Welder accomplished in offline assembly production, material handling and machine operation. Results-oriented, high-energy welding professional with heavy equipment and weld measuring experience. Observant professional with extensive knowledge of welding and material use. Successful at cutting costs without sacrificing quality and dedicated to completing projects on time.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician
Hardin Optical
Bandon
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained and calibrated optical instruments to ensure precision performance, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, resulting in reduced downtime and improved service delivery.
- Conducted routine inspections and quality control checks on optical products, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
Miller
Great Falls
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Production of wheat into flour by using machinery
Research Diver
EcoAnalysts
O'Fallon
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Research diving and inspections
Commercial Diver/Tender
C-Dive
Houma
01.2019 - 06.2019
Coded Welder/Fabricator
Valmont Industries
Claremore
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead
Code Welder
Harsco Corp
Tulsa
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces
- Used arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas welding equipment to weld parts safely and efficiently
NDT Inspector
Tulsa Gamma Ray
Tulsa
01.2014 - 05.2016
- Studied project instructions and specifications, asking questions and addressing concerns before testing began
- Communicated effectively with various entities, including employees and management, via both written and verbal
- Assessed testing processes on a continuous basis to verify compliance with federal safety regulations along with AWS, ASME and API standards
Metal Worker/Fabricator
U.S. Army
Fort Bragg
06.2006 - 12.2014
- Set up and performed maintenance on fab and machine shop machines
- Developed and laid out patterns that used materials most efficiently
- Drilled and punched holes in metal for screws, bolts, and rivets quickly and efficiently
- Conducted operational checks of ducts and other sheet metal installations to determine product quality
- Detected work piece defects and machine malfunctions
- Excellent hand-eye coordination for manual dexterity
- Fabricated and altered parts at construction sites using shears, hammers, punches and drills
- Painted and applied protective coatings to various parts
Education
High school or equivalent -
Divers Institute of Technology
Seattle, WASkills
- MIG
- Welder Fabricator
- Fabrication
- Welding
- ASME Codes & Standards
- Non-destructive Testing
- TIG welding
- Mechanical knowledge
- Service technician experience
- Auto service management
- Manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Automotive repair
- Customer service
- Forklift
Certification
- Driver's License, Driver's License
- Forklift Certification, Certification
Phone
+1, 9187145837
Military Service
United States Army, E-5
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Technician
Hardin Optical
09.2024 - Current
Miller
04.2023 - 07.2024
Research Diver
EcoAnalysts
06.2019 - 09.2022
Commercial Diver/Tender
C-Dive
01.2019 - 06.2019
Coded Welder/Fabricator
Valmont Industries
06.2017 - 02.2019
Code Welder
Harsco Corp
05.2016 - 06.2017
NDT Inspector
Tulsa Gamma Ray
01.2014 - 05.2016
Metal Worker/Fabricator
U.S. Army
06.2006 - 12.2014
High school or equivalent -
Divers Institute of Technology