Riley Crosby
Welder
Coquitlam,Canada
Summary
BC Level 'B' Welder with expertise in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques. Proven ability in field welding, blueprint interpretation, and equipment maintenance while adhering to stringent safety protocols. Demonstrated strong communication while successfully supervising small teams to complete million-dollar structural steel projects on time and in budget.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Welder
Lantec Fabricating Ltd.
Vancouver, Canada
04.2024 - Current
- Produce inspection-quality field SMAW welds, adhering to procedure specifications, and engineering requirements under CSA W59 and CSA W47.1.
- Lead teams of 2 to 5 welders in executing large-scale commercial structural steel erection and installation, from initiation to completion.
- Inspect finished products for quality assurance and compliance.
- Interpret blueprints and technical drawings to guide installation processes.
- Identify issues or obstacles, and communicate effectively with supervisors, project managers, inspectors, and engineers for timely field revisions as a representative of Lantec Fabricating on-site.
Welder
FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd.
Delta, Canada
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Executed GMAW spray transfer welding on carbon steel, varying from 16 ga to 1/2" plate in all positions.
- Maintained an efficient welding pace while ensuring that weld integrity passed atmospheric pressure tests.
- Configured and maintained welding machines and associated equipment for optimal performance.
- Resolved technical issues during production to maintain workflow efficiency, including robot weld faults, or crashes.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Completed 10-hour evening shifts while adhering to safety protocols, QC/QA standards, and strict welding pace expectations.
Reconditioning Manager / Product Specialist
Vancouver Velocity Cars Ltd.
Vancouver, Canada
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with technicians to develop service and reconditioning plans for 20 to 30 newly imported vehicles per month.
- Created service schedules, and supervised daily operations and workflow management for six service team members.
- Established business connections with inspection facilities and auto body partners to enhance operational efficiency and profit margins.
- Conducted minor GTAW and GMAW repairs on stainless steel exhaust systems and non-structural sheet metal components.
- Developed strong understanding of vehicle product knowledge to assist with automotive sales and customer questions.
- Developed strategies to increase sales and drive website traffic by utilizing online and social media marketing tools.
Inside Sales
Achieve Electrical Products / Electricianbuy.com
Burnaby, Canada
03.2017 - 10.2018
- Conducted customer development, consultation, and post-sale service for an electrical and lighting components wholesaler.
- Scheduled logistics for inventory orders and sales deliveries to ensure timely order fulfillment.
- Designed large-scale lighting systems using DiaLUX CAD for mid-sized commercial properties.
- Researched and filed all applicable BCHydro rebates for relevant installations to maximize customer savings.
- Maintained accurate internal records with QuickBooks and Excel to track revenue and supplier expenses across sales, customer service, and operations teams.
Education
Certificate of Qualification - Welder Level B
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, None01-2024
Certificate - Welder Foundations
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC01-2022
Diploma - Business Administration
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC01-2020
Skills
- Field fabrication & welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding symbols interpretation
- Joint preparation
- Layout and fitting
- Quality control
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship management
- Customer needs assessment
Certification
- CSTS20
- WHMIS
- Confined Space Entry & Monitor
- Mobile Elevated Work Platform
- Fall Protection
- Swing Stage
Timeline
Lead Welder
Lantec Fabricating Ltd.
04.2024 - Current
Welder
FPI Fireplace Products International Ltd.
09.2022 - 10.2023
Reconditioning Manager / Product Specialist
Vancouver Velocity Cars Ltd.
11.2018 - 10.2022
Inside Sales
Achieve Electrical Products / Electricianbuy.com
03.2017 - 10.2018
Certificate of Qualification - Welder Level B
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Certificate - Welder Foundations
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Diploma - Business Administration
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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