GARRETT FLEMONS
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469-***-**** (Cell) acw1m8@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Experienced, professional welder with competencies in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word), reading blueprints, fitting, welding, grinding, and supervising. Motivated, result and task-oriented hard worker seeking a position that will utilize current skills and experience; as well as, provide an environment for continued on the job training and advancement.
WORK HISTORY
Advanced Tank and Construction, Wellington, Co.
Working Superintendent – Night Shift Tank Construction July 2015 –December 2015
Performed all duties listed below while focusing on safety, project success and working with a team to exceed customer expectations during the night shift
Read and study layout, blueprints, diagram, work order and welding procedures to determine work to be done
Plans work in logical sequence and determines tools/equipment needed
Provide instruction to welders and grinders on the crew
Manage crew timecards
Button up and repairs: fix leaks, bolt up manway, assemble float device, install screens, center vents and safety climb
Coordinate and unload materials during truck deliveries
Travel to project sites as needed
Follow and enforce all company safety procedures and policies
Lead Tank Welder / Pusher December 2014 – July 2015
Provide instruction to welders and grinders on the crew
Welding, Lay out, position, align, fit and weld together tank components
Bolts, clamps and tack welds parts to secure in position for welding
Grinding: Chips off excess weld, slag, spatter
Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions and examines weld for bead size and other specifications
Heavy experience working in high altitudes, move heavy loads
Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping and reassembling parts.
Tank Builders Inc., Euless, Texas
Working Foreman – Tank construction May 2013 – November 2014
Performed all duties listed below while focusing on safety, project success and working with a team to exceed customer expectations.
Read and study layout, blueprints, diagram, work order and welding procedures to determine work to be done
Plans work in logical sequence and determines tools/equipment needed
Provide instruction to welders and grinders on the crew
Manage crew timecards
Button up and repairs: fix leaks, bolt up manway, assemble float device, install screens, center vents and safety climb
Coordinate and unload materials during truck deliveries
Travel to project sites as needed
Follow all company safety procedures
Tank Welder July 2011 – May 2013
Welding 5p, low-high, jet rod, and wire
Lay out, position, align, fit and weld together tank components
Bolts, clamps and tack welds parts to secure in position for welding
Grinding: Chips off excess weld, slag, spatter
Welds in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions and examines weld for bead size and other specifications
Heavy experience working in high altitudes
move heavy loads
Repairs products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping and reassembling parts.
ATI Technical Training Center, Dallas, Texas
Lead Welding Lab Technician/Library Supervisor/Student Worker July 2010 – September 2011
Prepared pipe and plate for students and maintains the upkeep of the welding lab
Supervised students while in the library as well as maintained a study conducive atmosphere
Assisted students with job searches and computer navigation
Performed various duties for the library student services coordinator
Tazz Man Corporation, Arlington, Texas
Disc Jockey Dec 2001 - Jan 2007
Mixed recorded music for an audience at various locations
Announced performers
Managed performance flow
Managed crowd excitement, timing and all stage requirements
United Parcel Service, Mesquite, Texas
Sort & load Supervisor Jan 2001 - Mar 2004
Conducted training for employees on UPS material, standards and job specifications for Sort Aisle
Sort Aisle Operation:
oSupervised ten to fifteen employees on a daily basis in the package handling area
o stressed area cleanliness, attendance, punctuality, safety, quality, and performance standards
Load Operations:
oSupervised seven to ten employees in the outbound load area on a daily basis
oManaged load quality, package handling, attendance, punctuality, safety, quality, performance standards, including making service on packages to ensure proper & timely delivery
EDUCATION
University of Houston, Houston, Texas
University Studies, Aug. 1999 - May 2000
ATI Technical Training Center, Dallas, Texas
Combination Welding, Feb. 2010- Nov. 2010: Graduated
Acquired basic craft skills: tools, materials, welding safety, cutting, and methods
Obtained skills in shielded metal arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, and gas tungsten arc welding
4.0 GPA and Dean’s List throughout the duration of the program
Received the “Touch of the Trade” award: this is awarded to one student per term that showed leadership, drive to excel in the welding industry, and are at the top of the class
Video General Incorporated (VGI), Windham School District, El Paso, Texas
HVAC-R Technology
OCCUPATIONAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential - Expires - 15July2017
Environmental Protection Agency
Certified Technician: Universal (card #2272520)
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Registered Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technician (reg. #28632)
National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
HVAC and Welding: SMAW, GMAW, FCAW and GTAW (card #6251345)
References available upon request