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Project Management Shop Foreman

Location:
Odessa, TX
Posted:
May 25, 2025

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SKILLS

EXPERIENCE

Bill Lisenbe

FABRICATOR/WELDER

432-***-**** ****.*********@*****.*** San Antonio, Texas 78283 Seasoned Welder/Fabricator and Shop Foreman with a robust history in welding and fabrication. Demonstrated excellence in fabrication, design, pipe welding and leading teams, enhancing operational e ciency and fostering safety. Proven track record in mechanical fabrication and apprentice supervision, ensuring quality and precision in all endeavors. Skilled individual well- versed in welding techniques. Proven track record of successfully completing projects on-time and within budget. Experienced in reading blueprints and operating welding equipment, including MIG. Strong commitment to safety. Reliable worker who is driven and detail-oriented. Individual with a strong desire to use problem-solving skills to meet goals and help the company to succeed.

• Pipe Welding • MIG Welding

• Tool Repair and Maintenance • Wire Feed Machines

• Design Interpretation • Portable Grinders

• Parts Fabrication • Welding Techniques

• Precision Measuring Tools • Supply Management

• Structural Welding • Project Management

• Interpret Blueprints • Maintain Equipment

• Apprentice Supervision • Crane and Hoist Equipment Operation

• Fabrications Knowledge • Mechanical Fabrication

• Calculations and Measurements • Safe Work Practices WELDER/FABRICATOR

Hydraulic Supply and Service

San Antonio, TEXAS

July 2023 - December 2023

• Welded components in at, vertical, and overhead positions.

• Utilized a variety of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.

• Operated welding equipment in a safe and e cient manner to ensure quality welds.

• Operated angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.

• Repaired broken or cracked parts by cutting out the damaged area and rewelding it according to speci cations. Fabricated components from materials such as sheet metal, pipe sections, and structural forms with precision accuracy.

• Communicated e fectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.

• Maintained a clean workspace at all times by disposing of waste materials correctly after each job was completed.

• Set up components for welding according to speci cations.

• Operated cutting torches for cutting and beveling steel plates. Welded components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.

• Utilized oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal into desired shapes prior to welding process.

• Operated manual, semi-automatic, and automated welding equipment.

• Performed layout work for complex shapes using blueprints and templates.

• Identi ed potential risks associated with speci c welding processes before starting a project. Pro ciently utilized MIG and TIG welding processes on various metals including steel, aluminum, stainless steel, copper, and brass.

• Performed tack-weld functions to join metal work pieces at speci ed distances.

• Kept timely and accurate reporting of job times and completed service reports.

• Observed safety precautions when working around hazardous chemicals or gases used in welding processes. SHOP FOREMAN

Patriot Auger and Rig Services

Odessa, TEXAS

May 2020 - February 2023

• Trained shop personnel on proper use of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.

• Authorized and arranged purchase of supplies, tools and machinery to facilitate repair services.

• Directed employee activities to meet time schedules and productivity levels and maintain quality standards.

• Maintained open communication with vendors regarding supply chain needs.

• Organized and managed shop personnel to ensure e cient work ow.

• Monitored progress of projects to identify any potential delays or issues.

• Inspected completed jobs for accuracy before releasing products or services to customers.

• Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the shop environment.

• Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules for equipment.

• Conducted regular performance reviews with sta f members in order to identify areas for improvement.

• Assigned tasks to sta f according to their skill sets and abilities.

• Assigned jobs and work areas to mechanics to best utilize skills and knowledge.

• Enforced safety and sanitation regulations.

• Monitored inventory to adjust scheduling and inform supply needs.

• Established work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals. SHOP FOREMAN/WELDER

H & T Auger

Odessa, TEXAS

May 2017 - October 2019

• Trained shop personnel on proper use of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.

• Organized and managed shop personnel to ensure e cient work ow.

• Maintained open communication with vendors regarding supply chain needs.

• Inspected completed jobs for accuracy before releasing products or services to customers.

• Authorized and arranged purchase of supplies, tools and machinery to facilitate repair services.

• Directed employee activities to meet time schedules and productivity levels and maintain quality standards.

• Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules for equipment.

• Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the shop environment.

• Monitored progress of projects to identify any potential delays or issues.

• Performed troubleshooting and repairs on mechanical components and systems.

• Assigned jobs and work areas to mechanics to best utilize skills and knowledge. WELDER/FABRICATOR Odessa, TEXAS

Knighten Machine May 2011 - May 2017

• Welded components in at, vertical, and overhead positions.

• Utilized a variety of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.

• Operated welding equipment in a safe and e cient manner to ensure quality welds.

• Operated angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.

• Repaired broken or cracked parts by cutting out the damaged area and rewelding it according to speci cations. Fabricated components from materials such as sheet metal, pipe sections, and structural forms with precision accuracy.

• Fabricated parts and components to exact tolerances.

• Communicated e fectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.

• Maintained a clean workspace at all times by disposing of waste materials correctly after each job was completed.

• Set up components for welding according to speci cations.

• Operated cutting torches for cutting and beveling steel plates. Welded components using manual or semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.

• Utilized oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal into desired shapes prior to welding process.

• Constructed and installed metal structures.

• Inspected nished products to ensure compliance with established standards of quality control.

• Operated manual, semi-automatic, and automated welding equipment.

• Trained other welders on proper use of equipment and procedures as needed.

• Performed layout work for complex shapes using blueprints and templates.

• Identi ed potential risks associated with speci c welding processes before starting a project. Pro ciently utilized MIG and TIG welding processes on various metals including steel, aluminum, stainless steel, copper, and brass.

• Performed tack-weld functions to join metal work pieces at speci ed distances.

• Kept timely and accurate reporting of job times and completed service reports.

• Developed jigs and xtures for repetitive tasks to improve overall consistency of welds produced.

• Inspected welded joints and conducted tests to meet company standards and national code requirements.

• Observed safety precautions when working around hazardous chemicals or gases used in welding processes.

• Examined work pieces for defects and measured with straightedge or template to conform with speci cations. WELDER/FABRICATOR/PUMP MECHANIC

Odessa Pump and Supply

Odessa, TEXAS

March 1998 - May 2017

• Welded components in at, vertical, and overhead positions.

• Utilized a variety of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.

• Operated welding equipment in a safe and e cient manner to ensure quality welds.

• Operated angle grinders to prepare parts for welding.

• Repaired broken or cracked parts by cutting out the damaged area and rewelding it according to speci cations.

• Fabricated parts and components to exact tolerances.

• Communicated e fectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.

• Maintained a clean workspace at all times by disposing of waste materials correctly after each job was completed.

• Operated cutting torches for cutting and beveling steel plates.

• Set up components for welding according to speci cations.

• Utilized oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal into desired shapes prior to welding process. EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

• Constructed and installed metal structures.

• Inspected nished products to ensure compliance with established standards of quality control.

• Operated manual, semi-automatic, and automated welding equipment.

• Trained other welders on proper use of equipment and procedures as needed.

• Performed layout work for complex shapes using blueprints and templates.

• Performed tack-weld functions to join metal work pieces at speci ed distances.

• Kept timely and accurate reporting of job times and completed service reports.

• Developed jigs and xtures for repetitive tasks to improve overall consistency of welds produced.

• Inspected welded joints and conducted tests to meet company standards and national code requirements.

• Observed safety precautions when working around hazardous chemicals or gases used in welding processes.

• Completed required paperwork accurately and e ciently while adhering to safety protocols at all times. Provided input into design changes that would improve the e ciency of existing welds or create stronger bonds between materials.

• Positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies using straightedges. Assisted in developing new methods for improving production e ciency through improved techniques in welding operations.

• Used grinders and hand tools to bu f workpiece edges and verify secure t.

• Operated safety equipment and use safe work habits.

• Cleaned and organized work sites to reduce team hazards and boost productivity.

• Used hoists, cranes, wire, and banding machines and hand tools.

• Measured and inspected nished workpieces and veri ed gaps and allowances for quality control.

• Inspected and prepped material surfaces by removing slag and rust.

• Operated metal shaping, straightening and bending machines, such as brakes, and shears.

• Observed safety protocols and reported hazards to management. Examined workpieces for defects and measured workpieces with straightedges and templates to ensure conformance with speci cations.

Ignited torches and started power supplies and strike arcs by touching electrodes to metals being welded, completing electrical circuits.

• Hammered out bulges and bends in metal workpieces.

• Set up and used ladders and sca folding as necessary to complete work.

• Melted and applied solder to ll holes and seams of fabricated metal products.

• Analyzed project documentation to plan layout and assembly processes.

• Monitored supply inventory and proactively requisitioned required items to prevent delays.

• Labeled material with job number and required data to foster seamless operations. HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

Odessa High School, Odessa

May 1984

• Welding Classes Odessa College

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