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Travis Higginbotham

Titusville,FL

Summary

Efficient Tube Welder able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Expert with wide range of power tools and equipment. Diligent individual focused on maintaining high productivity and safety targets. Expert at following procedures and protocols and safely working in enclosed spaces.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Code Welder

Covanta
Okahumpka, FL
06.2017 - Current
  • Certified welder GMAW (Acme 4) inconel 2g,3g,4g
  • Certified welder GTAW/SMAW (Acme 4) ER70s-2/ E7018 6g
  • Utilized a variety of welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding, shielded metal arc welding and gas metal arc welding.
  • Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
  • Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
  • Analyzed blueprints or drawings to determine appropriate methods needed for fabrication.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Cleaned work area after each shift was completed to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations by wearing protective gear at all times when operating machinery or conducting hazardous tasks.
  • Reported any discrepancies found in the production process immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and other material handling equipment to lift heavy work pieces or move loads.

  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Weld in confined spaces, following all lock out tag out and safety rules

Pile Driver

SEMA Construction Inc.
Orlando, FL
05.2016 - 06.2017
  • Communicated with crane operators when lifting materials off barges or trucks onto the work site.
  • Assembled components such as leads, clamps, drill rods or other attachments onto the top of the piles before they were driven into the ground using a pile hammer or other machine.
  • Assisted in rigging up various types of piling equipment including hydraulic impact hammers, vibratory hammers, diesel hammers and auger systems.
  • Used torches to cut metal and weld pieces in accurate and highly durable arrangements.
  • Positioned piling leads, hoisted piling into leads and positioned hammers.
  • Lubricated parts such as bearings, bushings, gears and shafts regularly to ensure proper functioning of machines.
  • Inspected pile driver for safety and operational concerns prior to use.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Fellowship Baptist
Titusville, FL
05-2003

Skills

  • Tig Welder
  • MIG Welding
  • Safety Understanding
  • Rigger

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Code Welder

Covanta
06.2017 - Current

Pile Driver

SEMA Construction Inc.
05.2016 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

New Fellowship Baptist
Travis Higginbotham