Construction Mechanical

DYLAN J. ANKRUM

Cell: (***) ***- **** • ********@*****.***

**** *. ****** **. ***. 2A Muncie, IN 47304

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Highly talented Welder with experienced background in piping and tank work in refineries and fuel storage facilities; seeking a challenging and exciting experience where my skills can be utilized.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Seven years of experience in piping, mechanical construction, and heavy manufacturing.

• Exceptional knowledge of welding tools codes and weld symbols.

• Profound knowledge of welding theory and principles.

• Skilled in operating heavy machinery such as front-end loaders, Gradall, Bobcats, forklifts, backhoes, jib, and bridge cranes.

• Can accurately follow oral, written, and graphic instructions.

• Strong ability to get job done, regardless of situation.

• Familiar with the uses of heavy equipment and safety practices.

• Ability to work in high places and confined spaces.

• Strong mechanical inclination.

• Highly proficient in reading blueprints and schematic piping diagrams.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Progress Rail Services: A Caterpillar Company 3/1/2011- 6/25/12

3500 South Cowan Road

Muncie, IN 47302

Build and weld under-frame structures and brake pipe systems for locomotives to proper procedure.

Lead Welder/ Welder-Fitter

• Control automatic track-guided cutting and arc welding system.

• Perform numerous weld repairs.

• Cut, grind, fit, and fabricate large components to blueprint and visual router specifications.

• Check large components for proper fit and alignment.

• Utilize bridge cranes to move locomotives and locomotives under-frames throughout the plant.

• Build and install brake pipe systems.

• Set-up and perform air test on brake pipe systems.

Latigo Construction Inc. 808-***-****

87-839 Farrington Highway 2006- Sept. 2010

Waianae, HI 96792-3351

Routinely made welds to x- ray qualifications on a daily basis from one- half inch to twenty-two inch pipe. Operated heavy machinery and performed many different jobs from building forms for concrete to setting and anchoring pumps and equipment.

Pipe Welder

• Weld in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead position.

• Weld to x-ray code 1104 or B313, or whatever situation applies.

• Weld metal parts or components together using MIG, stick, and TIG welding equipment.

• Perform pipe line repairs from sleeving and welding to pigging and cut-outs.

• Strong knowledge of hydro and pressure testing procedures of tanks and pipelines using water, air and inert gas.

• Perform welding repairs on welding equipment and automobiles.

• Made numerous in-service repairs on live pipelines and tanks.

• Work in many environments from shop to field.

• Expertise in the use of acetylene hand torch, bevel torches/ bevel machines, and mechanical torches.

• Fabricated pieces and components from bumpers to gates using hydraulic sheer, press, coping machine, and punch.

• Drove vehicles/trailers to and from job site.

PROFESSIONAL COURSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Forklift Operator and Safety training: annually 2006- 2009

• Confined Space Entry training: annually 2007- 2009

• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response training: annually 2006- 2009

• 8-Hour Annual HAZWOPER Certification: annually 2006- 2009

EDUCATION

High School Diploma (2006)

REFERENCES

Matt Allen

Foreman/Lead Welder

Latigo Construction

Cell: 808-***-****

Harold Deever

President/Owner

Latigo Construction

Business Phone: (808) 668- 9006

Cell: (808) 227- 5022

Thor Kingsbury

Lead Welder

Progress Rail Services

Cell: 317-***-****

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