Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certificates And Credentials
Strength Of Qualification
References
Timeline
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Richard John V. Katindig

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

To find a position where I can gain knowledge, experience and to further refine my skills as a welder. I want to succeed in a stimulating and challenging environment, building the success of the company.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder: Structural

Hydra Fabricators Inc.
Nisku, AB
02.2022 - Current
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Conducted flux core and metal core welding when applicable.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.

Labor/Material Handler

Willbros Canada / Primoris Canada
Edmonton, AB
04.2013 - 02.2022
  • Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
  • Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
  • Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.

Welder: Piping/structural

Willbros Canada / Primoris Canada
Edmonton, AB
04.2013 - 02.2022
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms
  • Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
  • Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
  • Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
  • Experience with hardfacing

CNC Lathe Operator (1st Year Apprentice)

Aurora Machine Ltd.
Edmonton, AB
08.2011 - 04.2013
  • Set up and operate CNC lathes to perform various machining operations such as turning, facing, boring, threading, and drilling.
  • Monitor machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
  • Read blueprints, job orders, and other instructions to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
  • Inspect finished work pieces visually for surface finish defects before releasing them for final inspection by Quality Assurance personnel.

Education

NAIT
Edmonton, AB

Skills

  • Fabrication
  • Structural Welding
  • Stick Welding
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Crane Operation
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Precision Measuring
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding
  • Flux Core (FCAW) Welding

Certificates And Credentials

  • Completed: Welder Period 1 (09/2014 - 10/2014)
  • Completed: Welder Period 2 (10/2015 - 12/2015)
  • Completed: Welder Period 3 (05/2021 - 06/2021)
  • CWB Certificate
  • Flux Core all position
  • Overhead Crane and Rigging Certificate
  • Counter Balance Forklift Certificate
  • Confined Space Entry and Monitor Certificate
  • CSTS 09

Strength Of Qualification

  • Journeyman Welder
  • Hard worker, quick learner, and able to assume responsibility
  • Able to work well both independently and as a team player
  • Excellent knowledge and practice of safety procedures
  • Strong work ethic, responsible, punctual and takes pride in work

References

Upon request

Timeline

Welder: Structural

Hydra Fabricators Inc.
02.2022 - Current

Labor/Material Handler

Willbros Canada / Primoris Canada
04.2013 - 02.2022

Welder: Piping/structural

Willbros Canada / Primoris Canada
04.2013 - 02.2022

CNC Lathe Operator (1st Year Apprentice)

Aurora Machine Ltd.
08.2011 - 04.2013

NAIT
Richard John V. Katindig