Jacob Wellard
Forest Hill,NSW
Summary
Adept at MIG and stick welding, I honed my precision fabrication skills at Nixons Engineering and Truck Art Livestock Trailers, ensuring high-quality outcomes under stringent deadlines. My meticulous attention to detail and commitment to safety procedures have significantly reduced material waste, while my ability to mentor junior welders showcases my leadership and teamwork abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Truck Art Livestock Trailers
01.2023 - Current
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each project.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Resolved design issues proactively during the fabrication process to avoid delays in project timelines.
- Supported team members by sharing expert knowledge of welding techniques and best practices.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Mentored junior welders, providing guidance on proper techniques for achieving high-quality results.
Welding Fabricator
Nixons Engineering
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each project.
- Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Supported team members by sharing expert knowledge of welding techniques and best practices.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Mentored junior welders, providing guidance on proper techniques for achieving high-quality results.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop custom solutions for unique structural challenges.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
Truck Driver Helper
Craig Wellard
03.2012 - 01.2016
- Assisted truck driver with loading and unloading cargo.
- Helped navigate routes and traffic for timely deliveries.
- Helped maintain cleanliness and organization of truck and equipment.
- Assisted in securing loads to prevent shifting during transport.
- Promoted a clean working environment by keeping the truck cab neat and organized at all times.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by assisting truck drivers in loading and unloading cargo.
Education
Wagga Wagga Christian Collage
Wagga Wagga, NSW06.2020
Skills
- Torch cutting
- Grinding and finishing
- Pipe welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Safety procedures
- Joint preparation
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Plasma arc cutting
- Structural fabrication
- Carbon steel welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Welding equipment maintenance
- Overhead crane operation
- Welding positioning
- Flux-cored arc welding
- MIG welding
- Fabrication
- Jig fabrication
- Flux core arc welding
- Parts fabrication
- Stick welding
- Electrical safety
- Power tool safety
- Precision measurement
- Grinders
- Shop drawings
- Personal protective equipment
- Post-welding treatment
- Hand tool safety
- Defect repair
- Welding
- Stainless steel metal welding
- Vertical welding
- Surface grinding
- Shaping and cutting
- Hand and power tool operation
- Welding techniques
- Torch installation
- Portable grinders
- Surface material preparation
- Power tools
- Power tool operation
- Gas flow adjustments
- Parts cleaning and degreasing
- Measurements and calculations
- Power tools operation
- Attention to detail
Certification
Certificate III in engineering-fabrication trade
MEM30319
(Boiler making/welding)
Licenses
1 Standard drivers license
2 high risk forklift license
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
Truck Art Livestock Trailers
01.2023 - Current
Welding Fabricator
Nixons Engineering
07.2020 - 01.2023
Truck Driver Helper
Craig Wellard
03.2012 - 01.2016
Wagga Wagga Christian Collage
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