Develops comprehensive welding curriculum enhancing student skills and knowledgeMentors students, achieving high AWS certification pass rates for future job placementEnforces safety compliance resulting in 0 accidents since becoming an instructorOversees a large group of 15 to 20 students educating them on proper practices in a shop environment

Lead and supervised weld shop and S+R team to ensure maximum quality and Read and follow blueprints and weld diagrams. Proficiently used GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, and GTAW welding processes as well as oxy/acetylene torch setups on pipe and in a structural setting as well. Maintained a clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents. Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces. Performed precision engine repair and diagnosis on multiple vehicles within the shop including but not limited to M88A2, M113, M3A3, HMMWV, PLS, And wrecker systems.Built and maintained permanent structure while in a hostile environment ensuring clean water and facilities during missionsRan miles of low pressure piping to ensure fresh and waste water was properly disposed of.Maintained facilites through electrical plumbing and carpentry while also welding reinforced structure to create defensive positions

Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.Kept work area clean and organized.Maintained a full set of personal tools to use on jobs.Used GMAW and SMAW on structural supports.Repaired and maintained maintenance on multiple pieces of shop equipment: backhoe, front end loader and bobcat to ensure maximum efficiency and minimal down timeFabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.Erected and maintained numerous projects creating a streamlined and clean environment.Ran low pressure pipe to facilities through a combination of welding and plumbing

Adhered to safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria to maximize preventive controls. Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety. Installed and repaired Plc’s,electrical and hydraulic systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality. Inspected and tested electrical, hydraulic and Mechanical systems, diagnosing malfunctioning equipment. Performed routine preventive maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.