Justin Hicks
Helenwood
Summary
Highly skilled, detail oriented welder with over 5 years of hands on experience. Eager to transition into a new environment that offers fresh technical challenges and opportunities to expand my existing skill set.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder 2
Great Dane
Huntsville, TN
06.2020 - Current
- Operated MIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise welds.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products for compliance with specifications.
- Trained junior welders in safety protocols and best practices for welding techniques.
- GMAW in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated power tools and plasma cutting for proper fitment.
- Operated overhead cranes and jib cranes for handling material and moving equipment.
Overhead Crane Welder
Express Temp Agency
Knoxville, TN
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Operated FCAW & SMAW welding equipment to complete projects efficiently.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to assemble overhead cranes.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety standards.
- Assisted in assembling metal structures, ensuring structural integrity.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions in both FCAW & SMAW.
Traffic Control Flagger
AWP Safety
Knoxville, TN
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Coordinated traffic flow around work zones to ensure safety for drivers and pedestrians.
- Assisted in setting up and dismantling traffic control devices, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Monitored traffic patterns and adjusted signal timings to minimize congestion during construction activities.
- Trained new flaggers on safety protocols and equipment usage, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
Ironworker
Chitwood Construction, INC.
Winfield, TN
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in steel erection and installation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure proper alignment of structural components.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment on construction sites.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for cutting, bending, and fastening materials.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- SMAW on structural material in 1f, 2f, 3f, 4f positions.
Education
Welding
TCAT Oneida/Huntsville
Huntsville, TN11-2019
Skills
- GMAW
- SMAW
- FCAW
- Blueprint Reading
- Torch/ Plasma cutting
Timeline
Overhead Crane Welder
Express Temp Agency
10.2020 - 06.2021
Welder 2
Great Dane
06.2020 - Current
Traffic Control Flagger
AWP Safety
06.2020 - 09.2020
Ironworker
Chitwood Construction, INC.
12.2019 - 05.2020
Welding
TCAT Oneida/Huntsville