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James Boyd

North Vancouver,Canada

Summary

Detail-oriented, pressure-certified red seal welder with over 5 years of experience in the industrial sector, specializing in welding, rigging, and fitting. Recognized by peers and supervisors for consistently completing welding projects efficiently while upholding high-quality standards. A proactive and adaptable professional, able to quickly adjust to changing environments and challenges

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder

West Coast Pre Fab
02.2024 - Current
  • Worked alongside millwrights and pipefitters in efficient operations.
  • Prepared, assembled, and welded a variety of metal components and equipment commonly found in pulp mills.
  • Determined the appropriate welding methods and filler metals used, ensuring compliance with industry standards and maintaining the necessary metallurgical properties for high-quality, durable welds.
  • Utilized a variety of rigging techniques to position and fit materials in hard-to-reach locations, ensuring precise alignment and safety throughout the process.

Welder

LNS Services
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Worked at multiple ports and terminals across the Lower Mainland, gaining experience in diverse environments.
  • Welded a variety of mechanical equipment in tandem with millwrights, ensuring precise installation and seamless operation.
  • Consistently met critical project deadlines while strictly adhering to safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

Rig Welder

Kiewit
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Welded high-pressure air fittings on drilling equipment, ensuring secure connections and reliability.
  • Spliced piles to meet NDT requirements
  • Performed heavy equipment repairs, diagnosing and fixing mechanical issues to maintain optimal functionality.
  • Fabricated custom tooling, creating specialized solutions to meet unique project requirements.
  • Operated and maintained a welding rig, ensuring efficiency and safety in all field operations.

Education

B Level Welder -

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Skills

  • Pressure Welding
  • Welding oxidized steel
  • Rigging
  • Layout and fitting
  • Blueprint reading
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Class A Pressure
  • Red Seal Welder
  • CWB SMAW
  • CWB FCAW
  • ESC Common Saftey Orientation
  • ESC Confined Space Entry And Monitor
  • Fall Protection
  • Aerial Work Platform
  • Site Ready BC
  • WHIMIS

Timeline

Welder

West Coast Pre Fab
02.2024 - Current

Welder

LNS Services
06.2023 - 04.2024

Rig Welder

Kiewit
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Class A Pressure
  • Red Seal Welder
  • CWB SMAW
  • CWB FCAW
  • ESC Common Saftey Orientation
  • ESC Confined Space Entry And Monitor
  • Fall Protection
  • Aerial Work Platform
  • Site Ready BC
  • WHIMIS

B Level Welder -

British Columbia Institute of Technology
James Boyd