Zeth Gibson
Branchland,WV
Summary
Accomplished welder with extensive experience at Mining Manufacturing, skilled in shielded metal arc welding and technical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and efficiency in metal fabrication. Adept at blueprint interpretation and preventative maintenance, consistently delivering high-quality results while training apprentices in best practices.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Mining Manufacturing
Salt Rock, WV
11.2024 - Current
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry, and welding techniques.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
Oiler
reliant martime solutions
Paducah, KY
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Troubleshot malfunctions in engines and other components to identify sources of problems.
- Performed lubrication on all equipment, including pumps, valves and bearings.
- Cleaned and maintained oil tanks, filters and strainers in accordance with safety regulations.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks such as changing hoses, seals and gaskets.
- Repaired damaged parts on engines, pumps and other machinery using hand tools.
- Provided training sessions for deck crew members on safe practices associated with vessel operations.
- Worked closely with shipyard personnel in order to ensure smooth transition from dry dock repairs back into service.
- Replaced worn out components with new ones when needed.
- Adhered strictly to environmental protection regulations while handling hazardous materials.
- Inspected vessels for leaks or damage before refilling with oil or fuel.
- Monitored levels of fuel, lube oils and hydraulic fluids to ensure proper operation of machinery.
- Identified any potential risks or hazards related to the use of oil or fuel on board vessels.
- Assisted engineers in troubleshooting complex technical issues related to oiling systems.
- Ensured that all systems were properly serviced according to manufacturer specifications.
- Responded promptly to requests from the bridge regarding changes in speed or direction due to weather conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln County High School
Hamlin, WV05-2017
Skills
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Preventative maintenance
- Metal fabrication techniques
- Oxyacetylene welding
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Routine inspections
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Problem solving
- OSHA compliance
- Welding
- Shaping and cutting
- Joint preparation
- Valve repairs
- Pipe fitting
- Measurement tools
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Welding machine setup
- Surface preparation
- Layout and fitting
- Arc welding
- Overhead welding
- Heat treatment
- Wire feed machines
- Cutting techniques
- Vertical welding
- Blueprint reading
Certification
- phlebotomist
Timeline
Welder
Mining Manufacturing
11.2024 - Current
Oiler
reliant martime solutions
05.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Lincoln County High School
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