Jason Chafin
Austin, TX *****
advdts@r.postjobfree.com
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Welder/Millwright
Wright Brothers Industrial Group - Cleveland, TN
February 2022 to Present
• Ensured operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive and corrective maintenance requirements. Equipment and tools include motors, gearboxes, pneumatic systems, coupling and motor alignment, roller chain/sprockets alignment, conveyor systems, and production machines. Capable of following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications. Troubleshoots malfunctions and complies with NEC standards on wiring and installations.
• Located sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; and using precision measuring tools.
• Removed defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes, and hand and power tools. Strong welding skills are required.
• Determined changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts using rules, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusted functional parts of devices and control instruments by using hand tools, levels, and alignment equipment.
• Controlled downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.
• Optimized maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Maintained continuity among work teams by documenting actions, communicating irregularities, and scheduling correction of abnormalities.
• Maintained a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Operation of various forms of heavy equipment
• Weld and fabrication as needed to finish the task at hand Solar Installer
StreamLine Energy Solutions - Round Rock, TX
February 2021 to February 2022
• Assembled and installed solar panels on roofs and other structures.
• Configured PV systems based on site conditions and customers needs and expectations; connects panels to the power grid.
• Followed building standards and codes when installing panels and support structures.
• Inspected electrical installation and wiring.
• Promotion to warehouses manager
• Ran skid steer, excavator, back hoe and other various forms of heavy equipment as needed Heavy Equipment Operator
Buckley construction - Colorado Springs, CO
January 2017 to March 2020
I operated various pieces of equipment at Buckley construction including but not limited to the following….bobcat, backhoe, excavator, Lowe, and man lifts. My duties included
• Operate, drive, and control heavy equipment.
• Load and unload equipment from vehicles.
• Have complete knowledge of machine settings.
• Check and maintain equipment functionality often.
• Keep performance records of machine functionality regularly.
• Maneuvering motorized heavy equipment to ensure the accurate removal and placement of materials.
• Loading and offloading rocks, debris, and other materials from heavy equipment.
• Observing stipulated safety codes at all times.
• Communicating with coworkers to elucidate project specifications, as needed.
• Reporting injuries and other accidents to the line manager.
• Advising the line manager of requisite upgrades, repairs, and replacements.
• Aiding coworkers to ensure that the site is clean and organized at the end of each shift.
• Providing suggestions to refine workflow and boost efficiency. Welder/Maintenance Technician
Trucking company - Knoxville, TN
May 2011 to January 2017
• Load and unload heavy equipment
• Preform truck and equipment maintenance as required by state and local laws
• Welded and fabricated to repair damage done to equipment and machinery, and make sure equipment is in proper running order.
Welder/heavy equipment operation
Harlan welding - Harlan, KY
April 2005 to May 2011
• Weld and fabricated in various positions to comply with structural welding specifications
• Ran heavy equipment
• Sub contracted to coal mines around eastern Kentucky Education
High school or equivalent
Skills
• FLUX CORE (5 years)
• OVERHEAD CRANE (Less than 1 year)
• PIPE WELDING (2 years)
• STICK WELDING (5 years)
• WELDING (10+ years)
• Line cook (3 years)
• kitchen (3 years)
• Cooking (3 years)
• POS
• Management (4 years)
• Team Player (10+ years)
• Chef (2 years)
• Knife skills (4 years)
• Dog Training (3 years)
• Food Prep (2 years)
• Kitchen Staff (2 years)
• Grill (4 years)
• Host
• training
• Restaurant Experience
• Fabrication
• Construction
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Construction Management
• Backhoe Operation
• Project management
• Painting
• Excavator
• Carpentry
• Serving Experience
• Food Safety
• Culinary Experience
• Plumbing
• Blueprint Reading
• Crane
• Manufacturing
• Brake Repair
• Industrial Maintenance
• Millwright
• Handyman
Certifications and Licenses
Food Handler
Welding
February 2002 to Present
Basic welding fundamentals
food handler certificate
Certificate of training
December 2014 to Present
Successfully completed the Training Program Requirements of the Unconditional Love Program and served as "Trainer" with Alaqua Animal Refuge.
TABC
driver's license
ServSafe
Assessments
Customer Focus & Orientation — Highly Proficient
July 2019
Responding to customer situations with sensitivity. Full results: Highly Proficient
Mechanical Skills: Aptitude — Proficient
October 2018
Measures a candidate's ability to understand and apply mechanical concepts and processes. Full results: Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
Skills
Iron work. Flux core (FCAW) welding. Pipe welding. Stick welding. Lead welder on various projects. Initiative to work independently. Overhead crane/hoist experience. Strategic thinker