AWS CWI D1.1 & API 1104, ICC S1 & S2.
Resume:
William K. Reed
Riverside, CA. 92503
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Professional Summary:
Analytically-thinking CWI/QC Inspector with a solid, detail focused approach to performing quality control inspections. Logically based approach to reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, and client requirements. Structured approach to inspecting fit and welds to assure compliance to applicable codes and specifications. Two years of experience as a Level I and II VT inspector in a world leading production facility. A team player in understanding the complex mix between production schedules and adherence to code and specification requirements.
Core Qualifications:
AWS Certified Welding Inspector.
API 1104 and D 1.1 Endorsement.
ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector S-1.
Certificate of Completion of the Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector Certification Exam.
MT, PT, ferrite, hardness, UTT, and PMI experience.
Expert reading and interpreting contract drawings and specifications for client conformance.
Exceptional testing, inspection, and measurement skills and abilities.
Extensive experience supervising a team to accomplish required inspections and NDE to meet projected project deadlines.
Focused and detail oriented during testing processes to ensure meeting all standards.
Extensive experience in construction industry assures good interpretation of specifications and documentation.
Utilized many measurement tools including, mirrors, calipers, micrometer, v-wac, bridge cam, magnifying glass, fillet weld gauges, tape measurer, squares, and bore scopes.
Experience:
July 2016 to present, Independent Contractor, AWS CWI.
QA Inspector Elementary School
Monitor welding procedures and welder qualifications to assure compliance with AWS standards and contract requirements.
Perform VT inspections, File daily Special Inspection Reports.
March 2012 to August 2015, April 2016 July 2016, Chicago Bridge & Iron (CB&I) Beaumont, TX. CAWI from 1-1-2014
QC Inspector Level I & II VT inspector (SNT-TC-1A equivalent) ISO 9000
Performed Fit up and dimensional inspections to verify conformance with plans and specifications.
Monitored welding procedures and welder qualifications to assure compliance with AWS and ASME standards and contract requirements.
Performed VT inspections and final dimensional checks prior to scheduling appropriate NDT.
Kept weld log up to date and verified filler metal heat numbers were correct.
Created weld maps for required NDT testing per contract documents.
Assisted NDT personal in locating welds for examination.
Obtained NDT reports and logged them in to appropriate module travelers.
Assisted production in repairing any deficient welds and rescheduled NDT.
Kept management appraised as to module status and monitored hold points.
Trained in the use of Skidmore testing equipment for bolt-up applications.
January 2008 to October 2008, Signal International, Orange, TX.
Accuracy control Inspector
Performed inspection on sub-units for LPD project.
Used transit, laser level and theodolite to insure units conform to dimensional requirements, control point requirements, square and level tolerances, and datum line control points.
Filed field reports as to the conformance/non-conformance of units to engineer.
October 1986 to March 2012, self-employed General Contractor, Riverside, CA., Orange TX.
Owned and operated three different contracting companies.
W.K. Enterprises as a tenant improvement contractor. Riverside, CA. 1986 to 1994.
Kellogg Reed construction as a residential remodeling contractor. Riverside, CA. 1994 to 2006
Reed & Reed Properties as a residential builder. Orange, TX.
October 1977 to October 1986, Construction worker, McGrath AK., Riverside, CA.
Superintendent, Estimator, Foreman, Drywall hanger, Carpenter, Roofer.
Education:
1973 Thomas Downey High School, High School Diploma
1985 Riverside Community College, AAS Construction Technology
2014 AWS seminar for CWI, currently hold a CWI from AWS.
2015 AWS seminar for D1.1 Structural Welding code - Steel
2016 ICC S1 Structural Steel & Bolting Special Inspector.
2016 Certificate of Completion ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector Certification Exam.
Military service:
USMC
September 1973 to September 1977, Honorable Discharge, Rank Sergeant E-5, MOS 0311
Vietnam Veteran.
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