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Mclean Silverton

Kamloops,BC

Summary

Seasoned responsible Welder with 9 + years experience, setting up and operating welding equipment in various weather conditions and shop environments. Efficient professional able to handle continuous physical work in different situations, while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. I have a wide range of experience using power tools and equipment also.

I am looking for full time employment that will secure my future with room to grow and learn.

I look forward to hearing from you with any opportunity you may have within your company.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Level B Welder

4D Welding
Kamloops, British Columbia
02.2024 - Current
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames,tracks and other forestry equipment.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.

LEVEL B WELDER

Kamloops Tunneling Company
Kamloops, BC
04.2016 - 08.2023
  • Welded all types offpipe, augers, machines to meet everything from the pre-planning stages to completion. Worked all over B.C. and Alberta in every weather condition.
  • Quick thinking and capable of working under all types of pressure.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit
  • Improved project completion time by managing multiple tasks using forklifts and other heavy equipment
  • Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity
  • Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.

LEVEL B WELDER

SMS Equipment Inc.
Williams Lake
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type
  • Gouged out haul truck box liners & repaired cracks
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together
  • Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames along with desired gas pressures for MIG & TIG welding processes
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings
  • Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts

WELDER ASSISTANT / SKILLED LABOURER

Dawson Construction
06.2014 - 03.2016
  • Cleaned and degreased weld joints and workpieces
  • Completed precision cuts with power saws, hand shears and chipping knives
  • Followed instructions provided by Welders regarding tasks needed to be completed.
  • Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures
  • Completed minor touch ups with MIG welders
  • Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.

SKILLED LABOURER

Acres Enterprises
02.2013 - 06.2014
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards
  • Assisted distribution of tools, materials and equipment to skilled workers
  • Set up equipment to maintain worksite productivity
  • Cleaned up and resupplied work areas daily for optimal team performance
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment
  • Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects
  • Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.

WELDER HELPER

Allweld Manufacturing Ltd.
Kamloops, BC
01.2011 - 07.2013
  • Reduced downtime by ensuring timely maintenance and repair of welding tools and machinery
  • Set up ladders and other access equipment
  • Supported welders with precise measurements, cutting, and fitting of metal components for accurate assembly
  • Set up and maintained a Hydraulic Press Brake & a Hydraulic Shear
  • Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition
  • Removed trash and excess materials to clean up work areas.

Education

Welding Level B -

Thompson River University
Kamloops, BC
06.2019

High School Diploma -

South Kamloops Secondary
Kamloops, BC
06.2013

Skills

  • Various types of Welding in all kinds of environments and using a variety of welding techniques
  • Equipment Operation
  • Fabrication
  • Surface Preparation
  • First Aid Training
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • WHMIS
  • H2S
  • Confined spaces
  • Fall Arrest
  • PSTS ( Pipeline Construction Safety Training )
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Rigging Techniques
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Welding Chart Specifications
  • Compliance
  • Blueprints Analysis
  • Gas Flow Adjustments

Timeline

Level B Welder

4D Welding
02.2024 - Current

LEVEL B WELDER

SMS Equipment Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2022

LEVEL B WELDER

Kamloops Tunneling Company
04.2016 - 08.2023

WELDER ASSISTANT / SKILLED LABOURER

Dawson Construction
06.2014 - 03.2016

SKILLED LABOURER

Acres Enterprises
02.2013 - 06.2014

WELDER HELPER

Allweld Manufacturing Ltd.
01.2011 - 07.2013

Welding Level B -

Thompson River University

High School Diploma -

South Kamloops Secondary

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