Barbara Burnside
Memphis, TN
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Professional Summary
DDS Welder Shop Welder Field Welder
Can take a personal and active approach to health, safety and environment. I understand and follow all state, federal and company health, safety and environmental requirements applicable to mining work
& area and tasks assigned.
Performed mechanical, welding and fabrication work on mining Draglines, Drills and Shovels. Have a good general maintenance background with working knowledge of maintenance procedures surrounding bearings, gears, lubrication, structural maintenance and hydraulics. Strong welding skills, SMAW, GTAW, MIG, Flux Core, Dual Shield, Air Arc Can follow proper repair procedures for task preparation, repair and completion (pre-heat, post- heat) Can perform weld repairs and fabrication ensuring quality and workmanship. Ability to read prints lay-out and complete fabrication projects from start to finish. A self-starter, safety conscious, and able to function in other support requirements as needed. Able to communicate effectively, repair requirements and job status within the DDS team on a timely basis.
Highly flexible with the ability to adjust to the demands of the job, produce high quality work and be depended on to complete assigned tasks.
Knowledge of safe crane positioning, safe working limits, rigging and proper hand signals. Able to focus on producing high-quality dependable work every shift and take on additional responsibility with minimal supervision.
Consistently display positive behavior that supports the organization's goals and objectives. Effectively communicate with others and provide information for planning, prioritizing and completing of tasks.
Able to formulate parts list and effectively use Computer Maintenance Management System. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Lead Welder/Fabricator
Wind River Tribal Buffalo Initiative-Kinnear, WY
November 2023 to Present
Set pipe posts with mini excavator, cut saddles & welded top posts around Buffalo & Horse Camp. Fabricated and welded pipe fencing, Wildlife crossings & Buffalo guards. MIG, SMAW. 2 3/8, 2 7/8, 3, 4
& 6” pipe
DDS Welder Mechanic
Navajo Transitional Energy Company-Gillette, WY
June 2021 to October 2023
Job Duties included:
Performed maintenance procedures surrounding bearings, gears, lubrication, structural maintenance and hydraulics
Followed proper repair procedures for task preparation, repair and completion
(pre-heat, post-heat)
Performed weld repairs and fabrication ensuring quality and workmanship. Read prints lay-out and complete fabrication projects from start to finish. Able to communicate effectively, repair requirements and job status within the DDS team on a timely basis.
Highly flexible with the ability to adjust to the demands of the job, produce high quality work and be depended on to complete assigned tasks.
Knowledge of safe crane positioning, safe working limits, rigging and proper hand signals. Able to focus on producing high-quality dependable work every shift and took on additional responsibility with minimal supervision.
Consistently displayed positive behavior that supported the organizations goals and objectives. Effectively communicated with others and provided information for planning, prioritizing and completing of tasks.
Formulated parts list and effectively used Computer Maintenance Management System.
Production Technician
Adecco/AKJ Ecolab-Gillette, WY
December 2019 to March 2020
Operated specialized equipment to spray coal trains with dust block Operated valves
Maintained communication re: carryback processes
Maintained inventory of product
Maintained and disseminated computerized reports
Outside Machinist/Welder
Bay City Marine-National City, CA
August 2017 to September 2019
Contractor for the United States Navy: Removed defective engine parts and components Operated water blast to clean parts
Sanded and painted parts prior to installation
Maintained records of services performed
Repaired/welded handrails and stairways.
Education
Certification in SMAW/GTAW Combo Welding
Western Welding Academy - Gillette, WY
May 2020 to November 2020
Skills
• Fabrication
• Equipment Repair
• Machining
• Facilities Maintenance
• Hydraulics
• Welding
• Industrial Maintenance
• Plasma Cutting
• Blueprint Reading
Certifications and Licenses
MSHA Certification
Overhead Crane Certification
Scissor Lift Certification
Welding Certification