Travis Collins
Tyler
Summary
Dedicated welder with extensive experience at Baker Tank, proficient in welding techniques and load securing. Demonstrated strong communication skills and attention to detail, ensuring precision in every project. Recognized for enhancing efficiency and safety in operations, contributing to a seamless workflow in high-pressure environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Baker Tank
Arp
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
Forklift Operator
Saulsbury Industries
Henderson
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and transported materials to staging area.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and transported materials to the staging area.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and and transported materials to staging area.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Forklift Operator
Saulsbury Industries
Henderson
03.2020 - 04.2020
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and transported materials to staging area.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers using forklift.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Welder Helper
Saulsbury Industries
Henderson
06.2017 - 09.2019
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Followed safety procedures with equipment to prevent injuries and accomplish tasks on time.
- Grind, file, buff and smooth welds using grinders, drills, wire brushes and other tools.
- Check for proper fit of parts before beginning any welding operation.
- Provide assistance to other welders during complex projects involving multiple steps.
- Clean work area after completing assignments.
- Repair broken or cracked parts using appropriate welding techniques.
- Operate forklifts or cranes when moving large items from one location to another.
- Brought supplies, equipment and tools to work locations.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torch, and arc welding equipment.
- Assist in laying out, cutting, fabricating and fitting of metal components prior to welding.
- Position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures or other type of supports as needed.
- Organized and cleaned work area and tools.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Communicate with supervisors regarding problems encountered during assigned tasks.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Follow safety protocols at all times while operating equipment and working with hazardous materials.
#3 Operator
Saulsbury Industries
Henderson
01.2015 - 04.2015
Education
GED -
Whitehouse High School
Whitehouse TXSkills
- Welding techniques
- Forklift operation
- Load securing
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Welding
- Wire feed machines
- Weld tacking
- Torch cutting
Affiliations
- Walk daily
- Fishing
- Church - Take care of my Mother
- Grill cooking
Timeline
Welder
Baker Tank
08.2022 - 11.2023
Forklift Operator
Saulsbury Industries
01.2021 - 08.2021
Forklift Operator
Saulsbury Industries
03.2020 - 04.2020
Welder Helper
Saulsbury Industries
06.2017 - 09.2019
#3 Operator
Saulsbury Industries
01.2015 - 04.2015
GED -
Whitehouse High School
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