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Samuel Brown

Calgary,AB

Summary

Enthusiastic Welder committed to exceeding project expectations. Expert in preparing surfaces for welding by removing unwanted materials or grime and setting up proper equipment. Trained in operation and maintenance of related tools.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder/Fitter

General Dynamics Land Systems Canada
London
07.2021 - 05.2024
  • Consistently passed stringent weld testing and met high quality production requirements
  • Improved upon welding and fitting procedures as Quality Cornerstone
  • Read blueprints, work orders, and production schedules to meet job specifications
  • Aligned and bolted jigs, holding fixtures, and guides.
  • Custom fit Engine Covers, Hatches, and Grills.
  • Problem solving under pressure
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper welding procedures, blue print reading, and safety protocols.

Welder/Fitter

Walters Group Inc
Princeton
04.2015 - 06.2021
  • Welding on architecturally exposed steel using GMAW, FCAW, MCAW, GTAW, and SMAW
  • Used plasma cutters, manual and semi-auto oxy-acetylene torches, and carbon arc gouging to prep and cut material
  • Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts, warping or expansion of material.
  • Blue print reading for both fitting and welding of project components
  • Operated overhead cranes and hoists safely to move large components
  • Operated forklifts to move material and completed projects
  • Collaborated with engineering staff in creating prototypes for testing purposes prior to production.
  • Designed project-specific jigs
  • Demonstrated strong problem solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges
  • Maintained records of daily production activities including number of hours worked each day and type of work performed.
  • Monitored supply inventory and proactively requisitioned required items to prevent delays.
  • Identified welding procedure problems and offered solutions to drive maximum efficiency.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding equipment
  • Supported on-time project completion inspected finished workpieces for quality control.

I can expound on the type of work and specific projects upon request. The experience gained at Feature Walters directly translates to the work being done at JAG industries.

Education

2nd Year Apprentice - Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
04-2020

Red Seal - Welding

The Ontario College of Trades
Ontario
09-2019

Journeyman - Welding

Technical Training Group
Stratford, ON
07-2019

Certificate - Welding Techniques

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
04-2015

Skills

  • SMAW all position mild steel and ballistic
  • FCAW/MCAW all position mild steel
  • GMAW TSSA all position mild steel and ballistic
  • GTAW 3G mild steel and stainless
  • Structural welding
  • Pipe welding
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Joint Preparation
  • Surface Preparation using grinders, sanders, and polishers
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Materials Selection
  • Defective Material Identification
  • Distortion Control
  • Layout and Fitting
  • Metallurgy Knowledge
  • Heat treatment
  • Quality Control
  • Assembly Planning
  • Crane Operation
  • Rigging Techniques
  • Forklift operation
  • Scaffolding Safety
  • First Aid Training
  • Project Management

Affiliations

  • Martial Arts
  • Weight lifting
  • Hiking

Certification

  • Current CWB SMAW All position
  • Current CWB FCAW All position
  • Red Seal Certificate of Qualification
  • Journeyman Certification

References

References available upon request.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Work Location

HybridOn-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancementWork-life balance

Timeline

Welder/Fitter

General Dynamics Land Systems Canada
07.2021 - 05.2024

Welder/Fitter

Walters Group Inc
04.2015 - 06.2021

2nd Year Apprentice - Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Red Seal - Welding

The Ontario College of Trades

Journeyman - Welding

Technical Training Group

Certificate - Welding Techniques

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
  • Current CWB SMAW All position
  • Current CWB FCAW All position
  • Red Seal Certificate of Qualification
  • Journeyman Certification
Samuel Brown