Demichael Renfroe
Soperton
Summary
Experienced welder with a strong background in metal fabrication and welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and oxy-acetylene welding. Responsibilities included inspecting completed work for adherence to specifications, operating flame-cutting equipment, and preparing surfaces for welding by cleaning joints. Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and adjust machine settings to meet project requirements, ensuring high-quality results in structural assembly. Trained apprentices in safety procedures and effective tool usage while maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Efficient professional able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Careful to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Expert with wide range of power tools and equipment.
Responsible and punctual Welder experienced in interpreting blueprints and drawings to perform tasks. Self-starter skilled in operating heavy equipment, supervising crews and maintaining safety standards. Expert at following procedures and protocols and safely working in enclosed spaces.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Georgia Transformer
Rincon
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Welder
Great Dane trailer
Statesboro
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Weld the floor and thrust hold of the trailer.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
MIG Welder
American Steel Corporation
Swainsboro
08.2021 - 08.2021
- To weld prison doors and window frames.
- Provided technical support regarding proper use of tools and equipment.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the day.
- Cleaned workpieces prior to welding using wire brushes, grinders or chemical solutions.
- Set up and operated MIG welding machines according to established safety procedures.
- Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine work requirements prior to beginning projects.
Welding Fabricator
Florida Hardware
Soperton
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Build and weld gates at a specific pace.
- Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
- Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed in a timely manner.
- Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
General Laborer
Renfroe masonary
Soperton
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Removed debris from construction sites and disposed of it properly.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Inspected tools and equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School
Jacksonville Florida 05-2005
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Metal fabrication
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Material handling
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Training apprentices
- Attention to detail
- Gas metal arc welding
- Welding safety
- Surface preparation
Timeline
Welder
Georgia Transformer
03.2025 - 05.2025
Welder
Great Dane trailer
10.2022 - 03.2025
MIG Welder
American Steel Corporation
08.2021 - 08.2021
Welding Fabricator
Florida Hardware
06.2018 - 07.2021
General Laborer
Renfroe masonary
04.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
First Coast High School