Skilled welder with background in various welding, cutting, and fabricating techniques producing sanitary and non sanitary vessels and equipment. Possess strong understanding of safety protocols and material properties, ensuring high-quality workmanship. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics leading to efficient project completion.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
TIG Welder
Specific Engineering Solutions
Victoria, British Columbia
11.2011 - 05.2025
GTAW stainless steel in all positions.
FCAW stainless & mild steel.
Fabricating processes include using shears, saws, pipe cutters, pipe benders, plasma cutting, hand power tools, and sheet rollers.
Monitored welding processes to ensure quality standards were met.
Collaborated with engineering teams to improve existing welding procedures and techniques.
Performed post-welding treatments such as grinding, polishing and chemical treatments of welded parts.
Evaluated blueprints to identify optimal TIG weld locations on components.
Adhered to safety protocols during welding machinery operation.
Inspected finished products for defects and inconsistencies in welds.
Maintained and organized welding equipment, including torches and wire feeders.
Performed TIG welding on stainless steel with precision.
Guided junior team members on welding techniques and best practices.
Set up jigs and fixtures to enhance production efficiency.
Victoria Industries Ltd
Victoria, British Columbia
01.1997 - 11.2011
GMAW Mild Steel and Aluminum
Programming of Robotic Welders
Night Shift Foreman
Education
Level B Welding
Camosun College
Victoria, None
12-2021
High School Diploma -
Mount Douglas Senior Secondary
Victoria
06-1992
Skills
TIG welding
MIG and Fluxcore welding
Blueprint interpretation
Robotic programming
Trained Forklift Operator
Operation of 5 ton overhead crane
Use of proper rigging equipment
PPE protocol
Volunteering
Youth soccer coach with Juan de Fuca Soccer Association 2005-1013