Brandon Banks
Linden
Summary
Dedicated fence erector and pipe welder with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. Proven track record in efficient installation, site assessments, and training new employees.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fence Erector/Pipe Welder
Gideon Fence Inc.
Stockton, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Installed various types of fencing, ensuring structural integrity and adherence to safety standards.
- Operated power tools and equipment for efficient fence assembly and installation processes.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects ahead of schedule while maintaining quality.
- Conducted site assessments to determine optimal fence placement and material requirements.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols, equipment use, and installation techniques.
- Enhanced inventory management practices by tracking material usage and reordering supplies as needed.
- Consistently met or exceeded project deadlines while delivering exceptional results through diligent workmanship.
- Sustained a reputation for high-quality workmanship, consistently receiving positive feedback from clients and supervisors regarding completed fencing projects.
- Minimized disruptions on client properties during fence installations by carefully planning routes and utilizing efficient techniques for minimal impact on landscaping features or other structures nearby.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying and resolving unexpected issues encountered during fence installation projects.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Attached rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
- Utilized plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality completed work.
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate and assemble pipe systems.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
Education
High School Diploma -
Argonaut High School
Jackson, CASkills
- Chain link fencing
- Heavy equipment operation
- Site preparation
- Fence repair
- Precision measurement
- Fence installation
- Temporary fencing
- Barbed wire fencing
- Post setting
- Wooden fencing
- Privacy fencing
- Ornamental fencing
- Vinyl fencing
- Gate installation
- Wrought iron fencing
- Security fencing
- Digging post holes
- Following safety practices
- Measuring properties
- Concrete mixing
- Welding skills
- Power tool operation
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Physical strength
- Professionalism
Timeline
Fence Erector/Pipe Welder
Gideon Fence Inc.
03.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Argonaut High School