Thomas Cole
Cordova,SC
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking Welding Technology student with hands-on experience in a professional welding and fabrication shop. Proficient in MIG, TIG, and stick welding, as well as metal cutting, grinding, and blueprint interpretation. Physically capable of performing demanding tasks, including bending, squatting, kneeling, and safely lifting up to 50 pounds. Strong commitment to safety, precision, and continuous skill development, with a solid foundation in both classroom theory and real-world application. Eager to contribute to a team-oriented environment in the welding and manufacturing industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Assistant
Bruner's Welding and Fabrication
Orangeburg, SC
03.2025 - Current
- Work closely with supervisors to ensure quality standards are met at all times.
- Operate forklifts, backhoes, hoists, and other related material-handling equipment in order to move materials into proper positions for welding operations.
- Performed Arc, MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metals.
- Adhere strictly to safety regulations while operating machinery or performing tasks that involve potential hazards.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas by sweeping floors, removing debris from job sites, and other related tasks.
- Cut materials into specified shapes and sizes using hand tools such as grinders or saws.
- Assisted with setting up and operating various types of welding machines and torches, including MIG, TIG, and Arc welders.
- Inspected completed welds visually for defects such as cracks or warping.
- Assisted in the fabrication of components for various projects according to blueprints or specifications.
Deer Skinner
Edisto Deer Processing
Cordova, South Carolina
08.2014 - Current
- Skinned, cleaned, and hang deer
- Help customers with their pickups
- Operates Forklifts, backhoe, and hoist
Internship Maintenance and Repair
Orangeburg County School District
Orangeburg, SC
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with inside repairs and maintenance.
- Assisted with the installation of new equipment per manufacturer specifications.
- Executed general groundskeeping duties, such as mowing lawns and trimming hedges.
- Assisted with replacing worn and damaged parts to keep maintenance equipment fully functional.
- Cleaned up debris from work areas after completing repairs or installations.
- Operated forklifts and hoists to move heavy objects while adhering to safety regulations.
Education
Associates Degree - Welding
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Orangeburg, SC06.2025
Certification - S/P2 Welding
S/P2 (SP2.org)
Online08.2023
Certification - Welding
Cope Area Career Center
Cope, SC05.2023
Skills
- Graduated from Cope Area Career Center in welding under the leadership of Mr Tyler Ballard
- Currently enrolled at O-C Tech for an associate's degree in welding, graduating on 08/26
- Working at Bruner's Welding and Fabrication, gaining training to be a welder
- MIG welding
- Arc welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Stick welding
- Safety equipment usage
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Weld tacking
- Hand tools operation
Certification
- Stop the Bleed, Save a Life Certification
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Welding Assistant
Bruner's Welding and Fabrication
03.2025 - Current
Internship Maintenance and Repair
Orangeburg County School District
06.2024 - 08.2024
Deer Skinner
Edisto Deer Processing
08.2014 - Current
Associates Degree - Welding
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
Certification - S/P2 Welding
S/P2 (SP2.org)
Certification - Welding
Cope Area Career Center
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