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Toby Bear Jr.

Grand Prairie,TX

Summary

Focused finisher with 5 years of experience. Skilled at working with metal and various tools with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability and professionalism in all situations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder/Fabricator

Jennings Construction
08.2021 - 01.2024
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

ED Ragsdale Sheet Metal Co Inc
11.2020 - 07.2021
  • Performed quality finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
  • Used sheer and press brakes machine tools to shape metal material over blocks and other structures.
  • Solved challenging problems encountered during projects through effective communication with team members and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.

Lead Finisher

DNB Stainless Concept
05.2015 - 12.2019
  • Assisted in training new finishers, ensuring proper understanding of job responsibilities and techniques for optimal performance.
  • Repaired and maintained equipment, objects or parts using hand tools.
  • Enhanced product quality by meticulously polishing and buffing surfaces to meet strict industry standards.
  • Removed surface imperfections and applied chemicals to ready work surfaces.
  • Ensured proper use and maintenance of polishing tools, resulting in prolonged equipment life and reduced repair costs.
  • Measured and marked equipment, objects or parts to meet grinding and polishing standards.
  • Excelled at multitasking, managing multiple projects concurrently without compromising quality or timeliness of deliverables.
  • Used polish wheels and grinder tools to smoothly and professionally finish products.
  • Ground, sanded or polished objects or parts to correct defects or to prepare surfaces for further finishing using hand tools and power tools.

Education

GED -

Grand Prairie High School
Grand Prairie, TX
01.2015

Skills

  • Brake Press Operation
  • Stainless Steel Metal Welding
  • MIG/TIG welding
  • Power Tools Operation
  • Sheet Metal Fabrication
  • Metal Shaping Machines
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Surface Polishing
  • Protective Coatings Application
  • Defect Correction
  • Forklift Operation
  • Order Picking

Timeline

Welder/Fabricator

Jennings Construction
08.2021 - 01.2024

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

ED Ragsdale Sheet Metal Co Inc
11.2020 - 07.2021

Lead Finisher

DNB Stainless Concept
05.2015 - 12.2019

GED -

Grand Prairie High School

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