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Kilgore, TX

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Longview, TX

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JAMES BRAY

Skills

proficient in Mig Welding

Stick welding:6010, 6011, 7018,309ss

Fluxcore: .035-1/16

Hardwire: .035-.045

Weld in positions 1g,2g,3g,4g,5g,& 6g

Hydro testing

Fit up

Lay out

Arc Gouging

Oxy/Acetylene torch cutting

Experience

Welder/leadman

DrillTools

Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components. Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work. Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments. Monitored the fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials. Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges. Set up equipment and welded parts levels and according to welding chart specifications and type. Adjusted the weld machines to the correct settings prior to weld applications. Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled them in jigs and fixtures. Processed work orders and prioritized jobs. Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment. Reviewed work orders and communicated with prior shift to assess work needs for the day. Welder/Traincar mechanic

Rescar

Documentation Reported and documented unsafe conditions, equipment and/or injury. Equipment Maintenance Performed routine maintenance on equipment on as-needed basis. Inventory Control Restocked and organized items as necessary and as directed. Product Inspection Inspected products to ensure highest quality. RescarLongview, TXInspected chains, hammers and other tools for damage or wear to prevent injuries and accidents.

Positioned andclamped workpieces together and properly assembled them in jigs and fixtures. Prepared broken parts for welding byproperly grooving and scarfing surfaces. Cleaned and degreased weld joints and workpieces efficiently. Adjusted theweld machines to the correct settings prior to weld applications. Application of electrode and gun along weld line to create precision pieces. Followed all safety guidelines, including proper machine guarding and lockout and tagoutprocedures. Responded to service calls quickly and professionally. Set up equipment and welded parts according towelding chart specifications and type. Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedgesand combination square sand calipers.

Monitored the fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts,warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.

Heated, formed and dressed metal parts with hand tools, torchand arc welding equipment. Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precisionmeasuring instruments.

Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements toproduce quality work.

Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.

Welder/supervisor

1313 Chad st., Longview, TX 75604 C: 903-***-**** ac16vc@r.postjobfree.com Hallsville, TX

07/2012 to 06/2013

White oak, TX

03/2011 to 06/2012

Longview, TX

Warfab

Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.

Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.

Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer,caliper and precision measuring instruments.

Accurately read blueprints and repair manuals to identify mechanicalproblems and fix them. Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards. Ensured customersatisfaction by providing highest quality of products by ensuring all equipment was properly installed and workingcorrectly.

Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment. Processed work orders and prioritized jobs.Reduced downtime during production by maintaining equipment and reducing unnecessary maintenance.

Responsiblefor promoting safe and clean working environment. Reviewed work orders and communicated with prior shift to assesswork needs for the day. Led a team of 12 to perform crack repair in overhead crane rails and installation of barrier aroundfluid pumps for cooling tank.

Welder

Midsouth Engine and Machine

Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications. Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements Laid out, fitted and fabricated metal components.

Combined welding techniques,knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.

Inspected grooves, angles and gapallowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments.

Heated, formed and dressed metal parts withhand tools, torch and arc welding equipment. Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metalsegments together. Monitored the fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking,distortion and expansion of materials.

Adjusted functional parts of equipment and control instruments. Welder/Painter/Assembly

ETR services

Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges and combination square sandcalipers.

Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type. Completed minor torchups with MIG welders.

Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work and estimate materials for each job. Mixed paints and solutions and monitored temperatures. Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts. Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting. Monitored paint supplies and properly and safely recycled old paint. Collaborated with 21 other team members to meet strict project completion deadlines. Operated compressors, striping machines, sandblasters and spray equipment. Interpreted prints, drawings and sketches.

Set up and performed hand andautomatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.

Assembled components with hand andpower tools.

Assessed work for errors or compliance issues and made corrections and modifications when necessary.Set up and operated greasing equipment to grease components, sub-assemblies or assemblies.

Lubricated and wipedmachines, tools and workplace to maintain safety and cleanliness. Certified and skilled forklift operator.

Proposedprocess improvements to increase quality and efficiency. Improved knowledge and productivity through continuouseducation and learning from foreman and senior assemblers.

TX, United States

Reviewed and verified all work was in compliance withsales orders and customer requirements. Education and Training

GED

Skills

read blueprints, calipers, dimensions, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance, forklift operator, functional, hand tools, Inspection, Inventory Control, materials, micrometer, painting, paint, processes, progress, quality, repairs, safety, supervisor, type, weld, welders, welding

Activities and Honors

Welder with proficiency in MIG, flux and stick welding, drill press, crane operation and metal fabrication. Proficient inusing torch, plasma, air arc, stick weld and forklifts. Capable of reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings anddiagrams. Knowledgeable self-starter capable of operating heavy equipment, supervising large crews and maintainingproper safety standards. Dedicated Welder experienced in MIG and structure welding, as well as maintenance and repair and forklift operation. Qualifications Reading drawings, models and blueprintsAvailable to work extended hoursFlux core (FCAW) weldingPipe weldingExpert knowledge of 0.35 to 3/32 wiringSheet metal fabricationAvailable to work nights and weekendsExperienced in stick weldingSolid independent workerManaging large crewsStrong organizational skillsDependable independent workerGood mechanical aptitudeTroubleshootingGood verbal/written communication skillsGood at following instructions

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