Trent Smith
Summary
Dedicated welding professional with over 13 years of experience in metal fabrication, 5 years of TIG specialized welding. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, contributing to timely project completions and high-quality standards. Eager to leverage expertise in welding and teamwork to drive operational success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
sub contractor
Parr and Co
, ACT
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability on job sites.
- Coordinated material handling and transportation, facilitating smooth operations during building projects.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance task completion efficiency and effectiveness.
- Loaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Helped lift heavy objects during installation to ensure proper placement.
- Operated various tools and machinery for framing, roofing, and finishing tasks.
- Collaborated with subcontractors to ensure timely project completion and quality standards.
- Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
welder fabricator
The Metal Shop
Fyshwick, ACT
06.2022 - 12.2025
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise assembly.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and tool usage for fabrication and welding operations, enhancing team competency.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
welder fabricator
CanFab Engineering
FYshwick, ACT
01.2014 - 06.2022
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise welding execution.
- Operated welding machines to fabricate and assemble metal components.
- Configured jigs and fixtures according to detailed blueprint specifications, ensuring accuracy in fabrication.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished welds to ensure compliance with standards.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools for optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, enhancing overall production efficiency.
- Trained junior welders on best practices and safety protocols, fostering a safer work environment.
Education
Certificate 3 in Sheet Metal Fabrication -
CIT
ACT11-2018
year 10 graduate certificate -
Kingsford Smith
ACT11-2013
Skills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
- Material handling
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Physical stamina
- Team collaboration
Timeline
sub contractor
Parr and Co
01.2026 - 05.2026
welder fabricator
The Metal Shop
06.2022 - 12.2025
welder fabricator
CanFab Engineering
01.2014 - 06.2022
Certificate 3 in Sheet Metal Fabrication -
CIT
year 10 graduate certificate -
Kingsford Smith