Walter Penrod
Laurel Hill,FL
Summary
Certified structural welder with strong leadership skills and the ability to read blueprints. Experienced superintendent with over 9 years of project oversight, team management, and blueprint interpretation. Consistently achieves project milestones, meets deadlines, and maintains high-quality standards with expertise in prioritizing projects, planning workflow, and effectively managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful and diplomatic with 4 years of active experience in deadline-driven environments, demonstrating strong leadership and decision-making skills,tenacious about keeping operations on-schedule and on-budget. Successful at coordinating diverse resources and satisfying tough clients according to demanding timelines. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Superintendent
ACI
08.2024 - Current
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
- Complied with safety protocols in plan coordination, eliminating potential risks.
- Identified and reviewed proposed change order requests.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
Project Superintendent
Axcon
02.2023 - 05.2024
- As superintendent it was my job to over see the completion and safety of my Job site
- To make sure the quality of work was up to par and to keep everyone moving in the right direction
- Very efficient with cut-ins and regular builds
- Coordinated on-site construction shutdowns, testing and inspections, reporting details and concerns to designated team supervisors.
- Participated in project budget and cost control measures, tracking progress and making necessary financial adjustments to meet company goals.
- Coordinated power equipment use and maintenance to create safe working environment, limit accidents, and prevent damages.
- Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
- Oversaw selection, procurement and allocation of building materials and equipment.
- Developed and maintained relationships with contractors, sub-contractors and stakeholders to support successful project completion.
- Conducted walk-throughs with clients prior to project close, completing punchlists and answering all questions.
- Drove project objectives on day-to-day operational level by working closely with clients, decision-makers and vendors.
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
Foreman
IMI - A Global People Company
04.2022 - Current
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- As foreman it was my job to make sure that every task was on time and done in a timely safe manner
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Since I've worked with IMI I have been tasked to Build the VIC elevators, Build mezzanines, Set inductions, Header steel and finish building the cross belt sorter
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Leadman Welder
Advanced Conveyor Installation
09.2019 - Current
- Lead my crew of 4 installing track conveyor and 6 and 12 foot spill guard
- Managed work site operations to facilitate adherence to predetermined production schedules.
- Directed equipment maintenance and repair operations to improve machines' functionality and reliability.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
- Confirmed that finished products met internal and external requirements to promote uniform quality standard.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Electrical Apprentice
GILLMAN SERVICES
02.2018 - Current
- Learned plc cabinets/ done disconnects and ran
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 347/600 volt systems.
Welder/Fitter
MOR PPM
04.2017 - Current
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Welder and Fabricator
PROCESS EQUIPMENT
04.2015 - Current
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
Foreman/ Jr. Superintendent
Axcon
04.2021 - 04.2022
- As foreman it was my job to make sure the work was done in a safe and timely fashion, i can read blue prints for header steel all the way to platforms , im certified on forklift/lull scissor/ boom lifts, certified structural welder 3g/4g
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Leadman Welder
Shaycore enterprise
07.2018 - 12.2018
- Ran a crew of 3-5 people, read prints with layout experience
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
lead man
ASBECO
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Ran my own 10 man crew on bolt up conveyors at the ft worth amazon fulfillment center
- Managed work site operations to facilitate adherence to predetermined production schedules.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Completed production logs and maintenance logs to document plant operations and verified adherence to predetermined standards.
- Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
Education
Welding Certificate - Welding
Ingram State Tech
Elmore, AL09-2014
G.E.D -
Laureen B Wallace
Andalusia, AL03-2009
Skills
- Certified smaw/fcaw
- MIG welder
- Heavy machine operator
- Electrician Helper
- Welder Fabricator
- Welding
- MIG
- Fabrication
- Boom Truck Experience
- Sheet Metal
- Millwright
- Plasma Cutting
- Blueprint Reading
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Construction Management
- Schematics
- Mechanical knowledge
- Mechanic Experience
- Industrial Maintenance
- Construction
- Troubleshooting
- Leadership
- Manufacturing
- Bilingual
- Rigging
- Analysis skills
- Electrical experience
- Maintenance
- Construction management
- Quality assurance and control
- Blueprint reading
- Construction materials expertise
- Equipment inspection
- OSHA regulations
- Managing employees
- Blueprint interpretation
- Materials procurement
- Construction scheduling
- Regulation and compliance
Certification
- OSHA 10, 06/01/13, Present
- NCCER, 04/01/14, Present
- Core
- MSHA, 06/01/16, Present
- Forklift Certified, 10/01/19, 10/31/22
- Fall Protection, 10/01/19, 10/31/22
- Hydraulic lifts, 10/01/19, Present
- Welding Certification, SMAW 3&4G FCAW 3&4G
- OSHA 30, 12/01/23, 12/31/26
Additionalinformation - Aboutme
Hard working, gets along well with others, not afraid to learn new things, anything I can do to better myself is a plus. Thanks for looking at this resume.
References
- Jonathan Duke, IMI project manager, (615) 479-2409
- Jared Gills, ACI supervisor, +1 (318) 229-9454
- Jeremy Fontenot, ACI superintendent/Owner, 1 (614) 580-9636
- Wade Bannister, Lead Supervisor (Shaycore), 904-903-0491
- Billy Wesson, Welding instructor, 334-399-6100
- Danny Bales, Lead Supervisor, 843-378-4700
- David Devins, Project Manager (DCI), 901-210-0346
- Nick Pickron, 334-208-9840
Assessments
- Mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 03/01/22
- Attention to detail, Proficient, 03/01/22
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Construction Superintendent
ACI
08.2024 - Current
Project Superintendent
Axcon
02.2023 - 05.2024
Foreman
IMI - A Global People Company
04.2022 - Current
Foreman/ Jr. Superintendent
Axcon
04.2021 - 04.2022
Leadman Welder
Advanced Conveyor Installation
09.2019 - Current
Leadman Welder
Shaycore enterprise
07.2018 - 12.2018
lead man
ASBECO
07.2018 - 07.2018
Electrical Apprentice
GILLMAN SERVICES
02.2018 - Current
Welder/Fitter
MOR PPM
04.2017 - Current
Welder and Fabricator
PROCESS EQUIPMENT
04.2015 - Current
- OSHA 10, 06/01/13, Present
- NCCER, 04/01/14, Present
- Core
- MSHA, 06/01/16, Present
- Forklift Certified, 10/01/19, 10/31/22
- Fall Protection, 10/01/19, 10/31/22
- Hydraulic lifts, 10/01/19, Present
- Welding Certification, SMAW 3&4G FCAW 3&4G
- OSHA 30, 12/01/23, 12/31/26
Welding Certificate - Welding
Ingram State Tech
G.E.D -
Laureen B Wallace
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