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IRONWORKER/STRUCTURAL WELDER
Summary

Diligent about protecting parts from warping while maintaining high efficiency and safety targets. Reliable, organized and focused on meeting tight schedules using strong fabrication and welding abilities. Expert [Type] welder. Record of being punctual, prepared and focused on work at each welding job. Physically fit and willing to travel. Experienced in operating with speed, efficiency and accuracy to complete each welding assignment. Proficient in understanding orders, performing basic math and working well with team members through good communication and strong collaboration. Competent Structural Welder with 14 years' experience in physically-demanding positions. Veteran of ironwork and flexible enough to work in different conditions without sacrificing quality. Focused on maintaining neat tools, equipment and job sites. Looking for a permanent position with a solid crew.

Skills
  • Mig welding
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Grinding work
  • Fabrication
  • Stick Welding
Experience
Ironworker/Structural Welder01/2020 to 04/2020Recon Engineering GroupLong Beach, CA
  • Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time.
  • Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
  • Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
  • Inspected and repaired components to implement corrective action.
  • Applied knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques to determine optimal welding strategies.
  • Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
  • Scraped off excess spatter and other materials using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Maintained clean and tidy work area.
  • Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
  • Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum and steel.
  • Developed plans for each project from start to finish, cutting timelines down by 100% and providing exceptional services.
  • Strengthened workflow by accurately welding stick, mig and moment connections.
  • Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
  • Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
  • Sustained safety protocols and promoted proper, cost-effective and accurate handling of equipment and materials.
  • Studied equipment and fitting tools to determine project specifications based on metallurgy, metal and welding techniques.
  • Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.
  • Welded 7018 stick materials using lifting lugs, continuously checking for safety and quality.
  • Assembled boiler parts and pressure vessels for structural use.
  • Examined equipment for defects and compared findings to blueprints, deciding on courses of best action for safety and cost.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments.
  • Improved project completion time by multi-tasking on heavy equipment such as forklifts.
  • Used torchto cut, contour and bevel metal and structural shapes to accurate dimensions.
Ironworker Foreman01/2015 to 06/2015Flour Baytown, TX
  • Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with materials.
  • Encouraged all workers to take precautions to prevent mishaps and injuries on job.
  • Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
  • Supervised crew members in proper steel placement in all locations.
  • Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts using simple torque and stud tools.
  • Safely used metal shears, hacksaws, bar cutters and other tools to cut metal components for installation.
  • Identified problems that occurred on the job and took cost-saving measures to provide resolution.
  • Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.
  • Studied blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of work.
  • Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
  • Trained 5 apprentices on-the-job in every aspect of reinforcing ironwork.
  • Performed layout and set up blocking in mod footprint.
  • Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
  • Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
  • Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
  • Determined safety risks associated with projects and implemented precautions to address risks.
  • Reinforced concrete via cables and pre-and post-tensioning techniques on arenas and parking garages.
  • Identified reinforcing rod quantities, sizes and locations from blueprints and informal instructions.
  • Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
  • Assessed blueprints and specifications to determine all aspects of the project before work started.
  • Led and mentored less-experienced ironworkers and assisted foremen in assigning work activities.
  • Managed and tracked materials and supplies needed for projects and expedited additional materials to avoid project delay.
  • Wrote and submitted detailed project reports and evaluated completed work via visual inspection to confirm safety and quality of work.
Crane Rigger01/2007 to 05/2007Zachry GroupJoseph City, AZ
  • Safely and efficiently rigged steel members for connectors and pre-assembled bent sections.
  • Maintained open communication with crane and other equipment operators to smoothly and efficiently transport loads.
  • Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
  • Set up metal pipes and support cables in effective arrangements for required loads.
  • Designed project scopes, budgets and timelines for over 8 projects.
  • Coordinated structural and heavy lifts weighing up to 100000 pounds with 1800 crane equipment.
  • Reviewed job specifications and site conditions to determine appropriate rigging configurations.
  • Installed and utilized correct safety equipment at all times.
  • Sorted and erected steel, bolt-up and torque connections.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Delivered [Product or Service] to customer locations.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Education and Training
High School Diploma05/2003Monument Valley High SchoolKayenta, AZ
Some College (No Degree): Architectural Drafting TechnologyMaricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community CollegeMesa, AZ
Additional Information

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Recon Engineering Group
  • Flour
  • Zachry Group

School Attended

  • Monument Valley High School
  • Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Ironworker/Structural Welder
  • Ironworker Foreman
  • Crane Rigger

Degrees

  • High School Diploma 05/2003
    Some College (No Degree) : Architectural Drafting Technology

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