John Godley
Ellabell
Summary
Skilled Welding Professional with 20 years of experience in MIG, TIG, and stick welding across diverse materials. Led mentoring initiatives for new hires while implementing safety protocols and ensuring timely project completion. Operated welding equipment, drill presses, and cranes with a focus on safety and productivity, driving high-quality outcomes in metal fabrication.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Carter Intralogistics
Pooler
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Demonstrated comprehensive expertise in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques.
- Executed welding operations, ensuring precise material sizing and effective metal joining.
- Accurately measured and cut materials to meet precise specifications.
- Reviewed and interpreted blueprints, facilitating accurate project execution.
- Conducted inspections of finished work, verifying adherence to blueprint tolerances and ensuring quality standards.
- Inspected electrical systems for safety and compliance with regulations.
Welder fabricator
Versatile Equipment Company Solutions- LLC
Claxton
05.1998 - 04.2019
- Executed MIG, TIG, and stick welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Inspected completed welds for compliance with specifications and safety standards, ensuring quality and safety in fabrication.
- Resolved welding issues with on-the-spot repairs, minimizing downtime and ensuring project continuity.
- Maintained welding machines through routine servicing, enhancing operational reliability and performance.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of metal fabrication projects.
- Mentored new hires in welding techniques and best practices as team expanded.
- Maintained a clean, safe work environment by removing scrap metal regularly.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in various positions effectively.
Education
Diploma - GED
Ogeechee Technical Institute
Statesboro, GASkills
- MIG and TIG welding
- Welding equipment use
- Metal fabrication
- Cutting techniques and GMAW
- Weld tacking and joint prep
- Material selection and QA
- Safety compliance and prevention
- Machine maintenance
- Blueprint reading
- Time management
- Team communication
- Welding gloves and tools
Timeline
Welder
Carter Intralogistics
08.2021 - 03.2022
Welder fabricator
Versatile Equipment Company Solutions- LLC
05.1998 - 04.2019
Diploma - GED
Ogeechee Technical Institute