Welder/Fabricator
Resume:
Tyrone Williams
Kinder, LA *****
*****************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Dedicated and skilled welder with 20+years of experience in fabrication and welding across various industries, including oil and gas. Proven expertise in, Stick, MIG, TIG, and FCAW processes, ensuring compliance with ASME codes and standards. Demonstrated leadership in continuous improvement initiatives and quality assurance, contributing to enhanced project outcomes. Committed to maintaining safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments while delivering exceptional craftsmanship. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Work Experience
Welder
Trillium (Bungee)-Destrehan, LA
January 2025 to May 2025
Cones in silos.
• Ensured proper safety measures were followed at all times during the welding process
• Inspected welded joints for quality assurance and made necessary repairs or adjustments
• Collaborated with team members to plan and execute complex welding projects within specified deadlines
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process enhancements or workflow modifications
• Welded parts together manually or using automated machinery depending on project requirements
• Conducted visual inspections of finished welds for defects such as cracks or porosity before finalizing projects
• Collaborated with quality control personnel to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications
• Adhered to all safety regulations, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Worked in various environments such as construction sites, manufacturing plants, or fabrication shops Welder/Fabricator
Ameri-Force (Stoughton Trailers)-Stoughton, WI
December 2024 to January 2025
• Inspected welded joints for quality assurance and made necessary repairs or adjustments
• Ensured proper safety measures were followed at all times during the welding process
• Fabricated metal structures according to project specifications using precise measurements
• Troubleshooted equipment malfunctions or defects to minimize downtime during production processes
• Collaborated with engineers or designers to provide input on design feasibility from a welder's perspective
• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process enhancements or workflow modifications
• Maintained a clean work area by organizing tools/equipment properly after completing each task
• Welded parts together manually or using automated machinery depending on project requirements
• Conducted visual inspections of finished welds for defects such as cracks or porosity before finalizing projects
• Collaborated with quality control personnel to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications
Welder/Fabricator
Tradesmen International (Superior & Geringhoff)-Saint Cloud, MN November 2022 to November 2024
Comply with all standardized regulations in accordance to blueprints for performed task. Responsible for applying and adherence to welding procedures (MIG Process ) using training methods at initial hire/ training, grind and inspection upon completion of project as well as precise measurements using tape measure (millimeters). Further more while maintaining a clean and safe work area in accordance to the 5 S rule.
Journeyman Flux Core Welder
Advance Tank and Construction-Birmingham, AL
July 2022 to September 2022
Responsibilities included: Saftey Meeting, gathering tools, gathering materials (mainly using a Crane/ Forklift), layout and fit accordingly to Code ASME Specifications, Tack, Weld using Flux-core welding process with 0.45 diameter size wire while sometimes working from heights of 40’ or above using scaffolding and or man baskets while wearing necessary and proper PPE mainly outdoor which could result in working in sometsevere inclement weather conditions up to sometimes 60 hrs + weekly along with some weekends depending upon client requests. Welder/Fabricator
CJL Mechanical-Bolingbrook, IL
November 2021 to May 2022
Ability to layout, fabricate/design, weld on equipment to be installed or be installed and fully functional while meeting company standards. 100% all stainless steel equipment using TIG welding process. Welder/Fabricator
Ameri-Force-Mobile, AL
February 2021 to August 2021
Fit, tack, and weld different variations of frames for client (John Deere) with consistent quality and productivity using different gigs and drawings in accordance with AWS D.1. Code standards with the ability to read and comprehend of blueprints as well as proficient in some robotic welding also in different positions. All while working in a safely and timely manner Welder/Fabricator
Kubota Industrial Equipment-Jefferson, GA
November 2020 to December 2020
Layout, fit, tack and weld in accordance with AWS D.1. Code standards and blueprints. Use of jigs, frequently lifting up to 50+ lbs. Standing on my feet 10-12 hours per shift all while working safely and timely manner.
Welder/Boilermaker
USI-Marksville, LA
January 2020 to February 2020
Get instructions from Supervisor. Layout, Fit, Tack, and Weld. Tank Welder
Trillum-San Francisco, CA
November 2019 to January 2020
Get instructions from Supervisor. Layout, Fit, Tack and Weld. Welder/Boilermaker
Matrix Construction-Deer Park, TX
September 2019 to November 2019
Get instructions from Supervisor. Gather tools, and inspect. Layout, Fit, Tack, Weld. Tank Welder
Baker Tank Company-Arp, TX
June 2019 to July 2019
Get instructions from Supervisor . Layout, Fit, Tack and Weld to code. Welder/Boilermaker
Matrix Construction-Deer Park, TX
March 2019 to May 2019
Get job task from Foreman, Gather tools, Inspect tools, Set up for job, Walk down job area,, Perform job task, lay out, fit, talk, weld material, perform pick ups, and clean as you go! Safety First Welder/Fitter
Pala Interstate-La Porte, TX
February 2018 to March 2019
Layout, Cut, Fit, Weld using 7018 (stick or flux core process) Welder/Boilermaker
U.S.I.-Marksville, LA
February 2016 to November 2017
Welder-Layout, cut, Fit, tack, Weld using SMAW, Flux core(stainless and or carbon, also inconel) Boilermaker- bolt up flanges
Education
High School Degree in General Studies
Kinder High School-Kinder, LA
August 1988 to May 1993
Skills
• FCAW
• Press brake machine
• Boiler
• Precision measuring instruments
• Carpentry
• Welding
• Plumbing
• Manufacturing
• Facilities Maintenance
• Mechanic Experience
• Welder Fabricator
• Forklift
• CAD
• Oil & gas
• TIG welding
• MIG
• OpenTable
• Handyman
• ASME codes & standards
• Fabrication
• Square
• Basic math
• English
• Basic Math
• Plasma Cutting
• Crane
• Assembly
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Blueprint Reading
• Flux welding
• MIG welding
• Stick welding
• Machining
• Sheet Metal
• Troubleshooting
• 5S
• Industrial Maintenance
• Industrial equipment
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Geometry
• Construction
• Industrial Equipment Experience
• Body Shop
• Equipment Repair
• Blueprint reading
• OSHA
Certifications and Licenses
TWIC Card
November 2024 to November 2029
AWS D1.1
Welding Certification
Driver's License
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