David Cancel
Professional Welder / Fabricator
Extremely motivated, ambitious and detail-oriented entry-level welder with a strong attention to safety and quality, seeking a position in a dynamic welding environment where I can apply my technical skills and passion for precision fabrication to contribute to the production and quality of projects. Work Experience
Construction Grip
Local 52
February 2021 – November 2023
● Responsible for the construction of over 30 film sets
● Responsible for the demolition of over 15 film sets.
● Operated forklift, scissor lift and Aerial lifts.
● Responsible for shop maintenance, cleanliness and tool inventory.
Grip
Local 52
December 2018– September 2019
● Assisted lead gaffer with lighting set-ups.
● Spot checked for steady camera operator.
● Responsible for staged safety equipment.
● Properly managed and stored grip equipment to
promote and maintain safety and efficiency.
● Align, level and anchor machinery.
Production Assistant
August 2014– May 2016
● Located and secured additional materials offsite as needed.
● Responsible for overseeing & directing audience
members and overflow of foot traffic.
● Supported current production needs by moving
items between equipment, sets and staging areas.
● Ensured that filming locations were kept clean and always organized.
(E-4) – All-Wheel Vehicle Mechanic (MOS 91B)
United States Army
April 2008- September 2013
● Responsible for maintaining over 30 light and heavy tactical vehicles at 100% operating standard.
● Maintained tool room and Corporal parts
accountability.
● Supervised and performed maintenance, repair, and recovery operations on wheeled vehicles and select armored vehicles.
Skills
Certifications
NYS DOT D1.5 (Pending: Dec 2024)
OSHA 30-hour construction safety & health certification F60 Fireguard for Torch Operations
G60 Torch use of flammable gas
900-hour Combination Welding Technology
Pre-Qualifications
● A.W.S A5 18 (GMAW)
● A.W.S. A 5-1 (SMAW)
● A.W.S. A 5-1 A5-5 (SMAW)
● A.W.S. A 5-5 (SMAW)
Education
● APEX Technical School
● Attended Universal Technical Institute, Houston, Texas
● Advanced Leadership Training, Camp Carroll, South Korea
● Graduate of Whightman NCO Academy (Warrior
Leaders Course), Camp Jackson, South Korea
● Advanced Individual Training FT. Jackson, South
Carolina
● Basic Combat Training Ft. Jackson, South Carolina Languages
● Spanish
● English
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