Metal Fabrication/ Welder
Resume:
March **** - May
October **** -
February *014
April 2010 -
September 2012
MURPHY
JACKSON
Accomplished in enhancing operational efficiency and precision in metal fabrication, my tenure at Northrop Grumman showcases expertise in welding techniques and a commitment to safety. Demonstrating proficiency in blueprint reading and equipment operation, I excel in fast-paced environments, contributing to significant project completions under budget. My collaborative skills ensure seamless teamwork and project success.
Work History
Tack Welder
Cembell Fabrication, Norco, LA
Plasma Table Operator
Metals USA, Waggamon, La
Structural Fitter
Boh Brothers Construction, New Orleans, LA
Lafayette, LA 70503
murphyjackson1976@gmail.c
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Skills
Welding Techniques
Pipe welding
Structural welding
Stick Welding
Welding
Pipe fitting
Blueprint Reading
Torch cutting
Equipment Operation
Fabrication
Brake Press Operation
Precision measuring tools
Scaffolding Safety
Vertical Welding
Crane Operation
Personal Protective Equipment
Hazardous Material Handling
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Shaping and cutting
Fork lift operator
Education
Ship Fitting
Northrop Grumman Trade, Avondale, La
August 2001
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Kept equipment clean, repaired, and lubricated to
maximize performance.
Removed excess materials during and after runs and collected for reuse or put into removal bins.
Followed company policies and OSHA requirements to maintain work safety.
Load steel plates onto plasma table and run program to make cutouts according to draft.
Use hand torch to cut scraps from cut outs and
dispose of them in proper bins.
Operate overhead cranes and fork lift to load cut outs on pallets. Shrink rap, lable, and load onto trucks according to destination.
May 2007 - April
2010
August 2001 -
February 2007
September 1997 -
May 2001
Barge Drafter/Inspector
SAI Gulf, Laplace, LA
Ship Fitter
Northrop Grumman
Scaffold Carpenter
Brand Scaffolding, Laplace, LA
GED
Hahnville High School, Boutte, LA
February 1994
Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
Tacked weld clips and brackets in place for permanent welding.
Fabricated components and supports.
Fabricated pipe spools for butt weld, socket weld and threaded systems utilizing proper fit up techniques such as root openings on butt weld fittings and set back on socket weld fittings.
Fabricated and installed various types of supports for piping systems and implemented proper hanger
spacing.
Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools.
Measure and record depth of water in each tank of
barge.
If water is to deep, have contractor to pump water out of tanks to maintain safe level of passage on
river.Record depth of load from port side to starboard and bow to stern.
Take samples of load to lab. Pulverize samples using hammer mill, run silt test on samples and weigh
product.
Fit and tack weld decking, bulkheads, angles, and I beams.
Use torch to bevel fittings to be welded.
Used welding equipment to fabricate, cut and bend
metal components to be installed in ship.
Straightened warped or bent parts using sledges,
wedges and hand torches.
Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair
metal structures and elements.
Complied with safety regulations while operating
machinery and tools to protect against injury.
Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to March 1994 - July
1997
Scaffold Helper
United Scaffolding, Laplace, LA
building structures to optimize safety.
Worked in team-focused environment to
collaboratively complete projects on time and within budget.
Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural
integrity before each use.
Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues with scaffolding structures.
Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when
projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
Worked around live machinery and ongoing operations to complete scaffolding projects on-time and under budget.
Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards
when installing and working with scaffolding.
Maintained safety and operational procedures for
projects at heights of up to 0 to 100feet +.
Followed OSHA regulations and safety standards
when installing and working with scaffolding.
Inspected scaffolding for safety and structural
integrity before each use.
Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when
projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
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