Owen Drake
Welder
Kippens,NL
Summary
Experienced Welder with background in industrial design, material stocking, product shipment and waste management. Trained across multiple types of welding, metallurgy and structural design. Expert working at heights and in enclosed spaces.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Offshore Welder
C&W Offshore
- Company Overview: Fabricated and welded metal components for structural assemblies, machinery, and equipment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project requirements. Website: https://cwoffshore.ca
- Fabricated and welded metal components for structural assemblies, machinery, and equipment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project requirements.
- Conducted visual inspections and quality checks on welded joints to identify defects and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Operated and maintained welding equipment and tools, troubleshooting and performing minor repairs as needed to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members and supervisors to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
- Fabricated and welded metal components for structural assemblies, machinery, and equipment, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project requirements. Website: https://cwoffshore.ca
Carpenter Apprentice
NL Woodworking
04.2025 - Current
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and measuring tapes to complete tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Built flooring, window frames and countertops according to custom carpentry project specifications.
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Expanded knowledge in various carpentry techniques such as joinery methods, wood selection, and finishes through regular collaboration with skilled carpenters.
- Maintained organized tool inventory, ensuring quick access to necessary equipment during time-sensitive tasks.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
- Strengthened communication skills through daily interaction with clients, architects, suppliers, subcontractors, and other team members on various projects.
Cook
Secret Cove Brewing
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Food preparation, chopping vegetables, marinating meats, preparing sauces, portioning ingredients, ensuring everything is measured and organized before the head chef or line cook starts cooking, as well as making the dishes and helping with service.
Education
Grade 12 - Gender Studies
Stephenville High School
Stephenville, CanadaGraduate Certificate - Welding
Academy Canada
St. John's, Canada 05.2001 -
Skills
SMAW (Stick)
MIG (GMAW)
TIG (GTAW)
FCAW
SAW
Resistance Welding
Spot Welding
Seam Welding
Welding Positions
Carbon Steel Welding
Stainless Steel Welding
Aluminum Welding
Alloys Welding
Cast Iron Welding
Safety Protocols
PPE
Proper Ventilation
Fire Safety
Electrical Safety
Respiratory Protection
Welding Hazards
UV Exposure
Burns
Toxic Fumes
Certification
OSHA 10-Hour General Industry, Academy Canada, YYYY-MM-DD
Timeline
Carpenter Apprentice
NL Woodworking
04.2025 - Current
Cook
Secret Cove Brewing
08.2024 - 12.2024
Graduate Certificate - Welding
Academy Canada
05.2001 -
Offshore Welder
C&W Offshore
Grade 12 - Gender Studies
Stephenville High School