John L. Grove III
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**** **** **** *** ***. 1201
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE:
I have completed the Maritime Welding Technology program. My goal is to obtain a welding position with a company that will promote professional growth as well as become a valuable asset for my employer. My technical school training, strong attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills have me prepared to become a valuable asset to any organization.
EDUCATION:
Maritime Welding Technology, ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE Virginia Beach, Virginia
Graduate 2011
Combination Program
Associates Degree in Occupational Science
Maritime Welding Technology with Service Management
I have completed an American Welding Society 1650 clock hour certified program designed to prepare graduates for a career in the welding industry. I received training in the practical aspects of welding and all its entities.
Intro to Maritime Welding Technology
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
Gas Metal Arc Welding
Flux Core Arc Welding
Stick, MIG, & TIG Welding
SMAW, Pipe 2G and 5G
SMAW, Multi-positional
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Shielded Metal Arc Welding Pipe, 6G
Gas metal Arc Welding Multi-positional
Principles of Speech
Technical Writing
Occupational Health and Safety
Industrial Psychology
Service Management I-IV
North Stafford High, Stafford, VA Graduated 2003
General Studies
Work History:
Welder/Iron Worker
Indian Creek Iron Works October 20011 – March 2012
Lead welder in securing a city building per category 5 Hurricane specifications
Installed gas lines, Construction of a large Warehouse building
Manager/ Sales Representative,
Coast to Coast Food Distributers, Altoona, PA November 2005 - December 2009
Marketing organization, estimating, establishing sales routes, developing cost control procedures, logistical support for sales division.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, fabrication, and welding.
• Profound knowledge of welding theory and principals.
• Exceptional knowledge of welding tools and welding codes.
• Experienced in the use of track burner, pipe beveler, metal shears, cutting torch, and equipment repair.
• Profound knowledge of appropriate safety practices.
• Strong welding skills with multiple metal types: i.e. Aluminum, Mild Steel, Stainless, Chromoly Bidnium
• Certified 6G in pipe