Joshua Hughes
Perth,WA
Summary
Dedicated boilermaker/welder with extensive hands-on experience from an apprenticeship and professional roles at Chess Engineering and Welshpool Welding. Demonstrates proficiency in welding, structural work, and repairs, complemented by a solid understanding of pipe work. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and committed to continuous improvement, aiming to further enhance technical expertise in a progressive environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker
Welshpool Welding
Bibra Lake, WA
12.2024 - Current
- Assembled parts into complete units by welding them together.
- Operated cranes and hoists to move large objects during repair projects.
- Constructed steel structures according to blueprints provided by engineers.
- Used oxyacetylene torch to cut through steel plate for fabrication purposes.
- Inspected welds visually for defects such as cracks or porosity.
- Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Cut, formed and welded steel to make and repair metal components.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Identified issues and brought to attention of foreman.
Boilermaker
Chess Engineering
Welshpool, WA
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Read and understood drawings and used mathematical calculations for accurate results.
- Operated cranes and hoists to move large objects during repair projects.
- Signaled to crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Worked with team to lift heavy sections into place using rigging and signals.
- Cut, formed and welded steel to make and repair metal components.
- Located and marked reference points for columns or plates on boiler foundations using blueprints and measuring instruments.
- Prepared materials using plate shears, punch presses and bending rolls.
Education
Lynwood Senior High
FerndaleSkills
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment operation
- Structural fabrication
- Weld inspection
- Gas metal arc welding
- Welding
- Safety procedures
- Rigging operations
- Dogman's ticket
- Cert III in engineering
Timeline
Boilermaker
Welshpool Welding
12.2024 - Current
Boilermaker
Chess Engineering
01.2022 - 12.2024
Lynwood Senior High
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