Professional welder ready to bring expertise and results-driven approach to new role. Extensive experience in performing complex welds under challenging conditions, ensuring structural integrity and safety. Valued for reliability, adaptability, and collaborative spirit, consistently contributing to team success and project completion.
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Murdock MacDonald
Ardrossan,Ab
Summary
Overview
25
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Midwest Pipelines Inc
Rig welder
01.2014 - 02.2025
Job overview
- Managed subcontracting projects for Midwest Pipelines Inc, Ledcor, Macro & Pipeworx.
- Successfully managed multiple large and small-scale projects across Alberta and BC.
- Demonstrated proficiency in multiple welding techniques including SMAW, GMAW, GTAW, and FCAW processes.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry standards and regulations.
- Repaired substandard weld seams with precision air arc and grinding techniques.
- Leveraged blueprints and diagrams for product evaluation against design specifications.
- Removed weld defects, slag deposits, and spatter using precision hand tools.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship while meeting tight deadlines for multiple projects concurrently.
- Conducted welding tasks utilizing gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, and plasma arc techniques.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Surerus Pipeline
Welding Foreman
02.2010 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Welding Foreman position for several companies and projects
- Conducted daily toolbox talks with the welding team, emphasizing critical safety points.
- Facilitated recruitment of skilled welders for company workforce.
- Provided mentorship that supported skill growth among junior team members.
- Streamlined operations through teamwork, boosting productivity on various assignments.
- Decreased waste through meticulous cut and joint placement planning.
- Supervised work timelines and reviewed team productivity resulting in early project delivery.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Facilitated stakeholder discussions regarding project milestones.
Local UA 488
Rig Welder
06.2000 - 11.2010
Job overview
- Participated in numerous pipeline projects throughout Canada as an UA488 team member.
- Optimized team communications to ensure seamless collaboration during intricate projects.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills addressing common challenges in rig welding procedures.
- Secured component parts by clamping, holding, and tack-welding.
- Evaluated weld quality through hydrostatic and dimension tolerance testing.
- Shaped and smoothed material edges to achieve seamless joint alignment.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Enhanced workplace safety standards through consistent use of protective equipment.
- Secured parts in preparation for assembly by utilizing tools including jigs and vises.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Executed replacement of defective parts in soldering workflows.
Education
Ardrossan Junior /Senoir High SchoolArdrossan, AB
Diploma
University Overview
N.A.I.T
Welding Foreman
10.2013
University Overview
Welding Foreman position for several companies and projects.
Skills
- Pipe welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Structural welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Grinding techniques
- Rigging techniques
- Joint preparation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Stick welding
- Vertical welding
- Shaping and cutting
- Arc welding
- Fabrication
- MIG welding professional
- Fire prevention
- Blueprint reading
- OSHA compliance
- Overhead welding
- Sub-arc welding
- TIG welding expert
- Soldering techniques
- ISO9001 trained
- AWS certified
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Journeyman/Red Seal
- B Pressure
Timeline
Rig welder
Midwest Pipelines Inc
01.2014 - 02.2025
Welding Foreman
Surerus Pipeline
02.2010 - 10.2013
Rig Welder
Local UA 488
06.2000 - 11.2010
N.A.I.T
Welding Foreman
Ardrossan Junior /Senoir High School
Diploma