Vilout Sanouvong
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Efficient Combo Welder experienced in MIG and flux core welding. Achieved operational improvements and cost savings through precise job setups based on blueprints and expert welding techniques. Focused on team success by training new employees and maintaining a strong commitment to quality and safety.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Owner/Operator
Reputable Cleaning Services
07.2022 - 10.2026
- Supervised staff performance, providing coaching on cleaning standards, safety practices, and customer service.
- Managed daily cleaning operations, scheduling crews and aligning service delivery with client requirements.
- Coordinated residential and commercial job assignments, balancing priorities to maintain consistent workflow.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality, address deficiencies, and uphold service expectations.
- Maintained cleaning supplies, equipment, and inventory to support uninterrupted operations.
- Developed efficient procedures for recurring service routes, improving team productivity and consistency.
- Communicated with clients to resolve concerns, confirm scope changes, and strengthen long-term relationships.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates and increased loyalty.
- Collaborated with co-owner to develop strategic plans for business expansion and increased profitability.
Welder
JBH STEEL
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Corrected weld defects and adjusted settings to improve joint strength and appearance.
- Maintained welding equipment, torches, and safety gear for reliable daily operation.
- Followed shop safety procedures while handling hot materials and heavy fabrication pieces.
- Supported workflow by coordinating tasks with fabrication and assembly teams.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures.
- Prepared materials by cutting, grinding, fitting, and positioning parts for welding.
- Drove a forklift
- painted structural parts
- Welded stainless steel and railings
Welder
Ken Gardener
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed MIG, TIG, and stick welding on structural and sheet metal components.
- Inspected finished welds for quality, alignment, and compliance with specifications.
- Prepared materials by cutting, grinding, fitting, and positioning parts for welding.
- Interpreted blueprints and weld symbols to complete precise metal fabrication tasks.
Combo Welder
Miller Industries
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Performed flat, vertical, and horizontal welds for specific jobs.
- Minimized warping by using good fitting, burning and welding techniques.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Controlled warping through precise fitting, burning, and welding techniques.
- Selected, set up and staged equipment to complete jobs according to project specifications.
- Monitored project layouts and specifications to accurately cut, contour, and bevel metal and structural shapes.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and other equipment.
- Installed and repaired boom systems in structures.
- Transported loads as heavy as 1-3 tons using overhead cranes and forklifts.
Welder's Apprentice
Fabricated Pipes Inc
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Monitored machinery operations to identify concerns, correcting issues or reporting complex problems for timely resolution.
- Serviced and repaired equipment regularly to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems.
- Maintained equipment in good working order.
- Effectively managed repair and maintenance schedule to increase shop organization and equipment longevity.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Identified and resolved faulty operation of equipment and defective materials, preventing potential disruptions in workflow.
Machinist
US METAL WORKS
07.2012 - 02.2014
- Calibrated machines to optimize productivity and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Conducted post-production equipment assessments and performed preventive maintenance to ensure consistent machine operation.
- Safely operated heavy machinery such as pumps, fans and gear reducers without incident.
- Monitored equipment performance to identify malfunctions early and mitigate accident risks.
Education
Welder Certification - Welding
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS05-2015
Welder Certification - Welding
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS04-2002
Skills
- Operational efficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Service route management
- Quality assurance monitoring
- Equipment maintenance oversight
- Customer interaction management
- Process optimization
- Inventory control
- Operations management
- Problem resolution
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Relationship development
Additional Information
References:
Jeremy Carvalho
1507 Hickory Valley Road,
Chattanooga, TN 37421
(423) 635-5515
Paulina Martinez
87 Battle Bluff Drive
Rossville, GA 30741
(423) 702-1725
Phil Evans
1156 College Drive, Summit, MS 39666
(601) 276-3731
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified and blood born pathogens
- Confined spaced specialists
- Forklift driver
- Hydrogen Sulfide Safety for th oil, gas, petrochemical industries
- Fire extinguisher safety awareness
- Fire watch
- 40- hour OSHA general industry
- Lockout/ tagout
- Hazard communication general awareness
- Fall protection
- PEC Safe Land Safe Gulf
- TWIC card holder
Languages
Laos
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Co-Owner/Operator
Reputable Cleaning Services
07.2022 - 10.2026
Welder
JBH STEEL
05.2021 - 06.2022
Welder
Ken Gardener
09.2020 - 05.2021
Combo Welder
Miller Industries
04.2017 - 08.2020
Welder's Apprentice
Fabricated Pipes Inc
03.2014 - 03.2017
Machinist
US METAL WORKS
07.2012 - 02.2014
Welder Certification - Welding
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Welder Certification - Welding
Southwest Mississippi Community College