Byron A. Adams

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Shop Fabricator / Leadman

Precision focused Welder with 14 years of experience in tool and machine fabrication, inspection and supervision. Responsible

for the installations of parts, pieces and elements of designated projects. Maintains exceptional safety standards. Develops

layout and plan sequence of operations. Successfully conducts thorough inspections and ensures adherence to superior quality

controls. Verifies conformance of work piece to specifications.

Key Skills

Mathematical and Analytical Aptitude Site Safety/OSHA Compliance Interprets Technical Manuals

Blueprint and Layout Projects Forklift Operations Bidding/Estimating/Proposals

Structural Building Projects Aerial Lift Operations Crew Supervision.

Employer Summary

Huntington Ingalls (Avondale Louisiana) 2006 – Present / Shop Fabricator

Observes tests on welded surfaces to evaluate weld quality and conformance to weld specifications. Inspects grooves,

angles and gap allowances using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments. Analyze engineering drawing

and specifications to plan layout, assembly and welding operations. Determines required equipment and welding methods

applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.

Huntington Ingalls (Avondale Lousiana) 1998-2006 / Electrical Layout Fitter/Welder

Welded metal parts together to fabricate and repair products according to layouts, blueprints or work orders. Used various

welding techniques to accomplish specified work order requests. Positioned components of fabricated metal products preparatory

to welding. Welded components in flat, overhead, and vertical positions.

Project Highlights

Navy LPD Projects (2009 to Present)

Installed electrical foundations for Navy Ships. Installed terminal boxes, lighting, and power panels. Read Blueprints for

assemblies. Electronic assembly and soldering on circuit boards. Performed welding of critical high value components.

ARCO Vessels/Commercial Ships (2000 to 2009)

Lighting foundations, wire ways, and hole and surface mount soldering of components.

Lead Man

Oversees and coordinate efforts of eight welders engaged in fabrication of heavy metal products and mechanical tools and

machinery. Participate in the design and customized tools and interpret blueprints to effectively instruct welders in advanced

fabrication techniques.

Education & Certifications

DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE (NEW ORLEANS, LA) Certified Welder, 1998

OSHA Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certification

Also Certified in Construction Safety, Confined Space Entry and First Aid/CPR