Kevin Traynor
Welder fabricator
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Talented Fabrication Welder skilled in reading and applying technical drawings and consistently delivering high quality Type products. Excellent attention to detail resulting in reduced waste and increased productivity. Operated machinery to fabricate items and comply with government guidelines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Leonard’s Enginering
06.2020 - 08.2023
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Developed and implemented methods to increase efficiency in welding and fabrication.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
Hgv Mechanic
Arthur Duffy Commercial
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Education
Coded For Structural Welding - Welding
Leonard’s Engineering
Ireland07.2023
QQI LV 6 - Motor Vehicle Maintenance
Cavan Institute
Ireland06.2018
Skills
- Reading Comprehension
- Job Orders
- Equipment Monitoring
- Parts Reassembling
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Grinders
- Blueprints
- Corrective Actions
- Active Listening
- Safe Work Practices
- Equipment Management
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Hand Torches
- Critical Thinking
- Welding Procedure Specification
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Knowledge of Heavy Equipment
- Plasma Cutters
- Machine Tools
- Jig Fabrication
- Weld Inspections
- MIG Welding
- Waste Reduction
- Fabrication
- Custom Fabrication
- Crane and Hoist Equipment Operation
- Post-Welding Treatment
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Leonard’s Enginering
06.2020 - 08.2023
Hgv Mechanic
Arthur Duffy Commercial
10.2018 - 05.2020
Coded For Structural Welding - Welding
Leonard’s Engineering
QQI LV 6 - Motor Vehicle Maintenance
Cavan Institute
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