Travis Hempton
Darlington
Summary
Dynamic welder and fabricator with over 10 years of experience in the welding industry. Expertise in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, complemented by strong team collaboration and time management skills. Committed to driving productivity and fostering skill development among team members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder/Fabricator
Electro Mechanical
Florence, SC
04.2019 - Current
- Learned safety procedures and best practices for welding operations.
- Followed technical drawings and specifications to complete welds accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Interpret complex blueprints, shop drawings, isometrics, and weld symbols to ensure precise fabrication
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
Owner/Operator
Hempton Welding and Fab
Darlington, SC
12.2018 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring timely project completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed and implemented efficient welding processes that improved productivity and reduced waste.
- Oversaw procurement of materials, negotiating with suppliers for cost-effective solutions.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices in welding techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with clients to customize fabrication solutions based on specific needs and requirements.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Crew Leader/Pipe Welder
Herlocker Mechanical Systems Inc
Charlotte, NC
08.2010 - 12.2018
- Led crew in executing mechanical installations and repairs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Supervised daily operations, optimizing workflow efficiency and resource allocation.
- Trained new team members on equipment handling and operational procedures, fostering skill development.
- Monitored job progress, addressing issues promptly to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Fabricated and assembled piping systems in compliance with industry standards
- Mentored junior welders in techniques and safety protocols
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Welding
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC05-2010
Skills
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipe welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- MIG welding professional
- Gas tungsten arc welding
Certification
- Licensed SC Commercial contractor- Pressure and Process piping (P2P)
- AWS 3G structual SMAW (2021)
- AWS 6G Stainless GTAW (2022)
- 6G carbon SMAW (2012)
- OSHA 30 (2015)
Timeline
Welder/Fabricator
Electro Mechanical
04.2019 - Current
Owner/Operator
Hempton Welding and Fab
12.2018 - Current
Crew Leader/Pipe Welder
Herlocker Mechanical Systems Inc
08.2010 - 12.2018
Associate of Science - Welding
York Technical College