Joshua Branch
TIFTON
Summary
Dedicated Combo Pipe Welder with extensive experience at Midsouth Mechanical, M3 Power Group, and SUI. Known for safety and teamwork. Proficient in GTAW and SMAW processes, consistently delivering quality welds on stainless and carbon steel pipes. Recognized for demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Combo Pipe Welder
Midsouth Mechanical
Columbus
08.2025 - Current
- Welding various diameter pipe with quality passing PT including sanitary/sch 10 in a commercial environment
- Welded jacketed carbon pipe ranging from 6-10in passing xray & PT test using the GTAW proces
- Worked alongside other welders and pipe fitters to complete work efficiently and effectively
Quality Control Inspector
Bechtel/Qualtec solutions
Oak Ridge
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Inspected pipe via borescope for discrepancies or anomalies
- Worked alongside other qa/qc tradesman
- Worked effectively and efficiently in a high speed, high security, and high clearance environment.
- Passed extensive government/nuclear background check
- Inspected materials for quality compliance using established guidelines.
- Documented inspection results and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
Combo Pipe Welder
Midsouth Mechanical
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Worked in fabrication shop pre fabricating stainless pipe using the GTAW process
- Welded stainless pipe in pre fab & in the field using the GTAW process, pipe ranging in size from 1/2in-8in (sch 10)
- Assisted pipe fitter with chain falls, rigging, and transporting pipe on site.
- Safe operation of boom lift, scissor lift, forklift, & Lull while on site with various tasks
Lead Welder
Standard Utilities Inc
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in Jack & Bore process with pipe ranging from 10in-48in and various wall thickness
- Welded pipe efficiently and consistently using the SMAW process (6010/7018) withstanding to pressure tests and visual inspection
- Used various forms of rigging to move pipe via track hoe from ground level into bore-pit
Combo Pipe Welder
M3 Power Group
Ocala
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Welded pipe ranging in diameter from 1/2in-10in and various wall thickness efficiently and consistently using stick &/or tig process
- Completed welds with x-ray qualities as well as pt,ut, phased array etc.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Worked alongside other welders & fitters in fast paced high stress environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lowndes High School
Valdosta, GASkills
- Punctuality
- Working well with others
- Welding with the highest quality and efficiency
- Teamwork and communication
Timeline
Combo Pipe Welder
Midsouth Mechanical
08.2025 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Bechtel/Qualtec solutions
04.2025 - 08.2025
Combo Pipe Welder
Midsouth Mechanical
11.2024 - 04.2025
Lead Welder
Standard Utilities Inc
08.2024 - 11.2024
Combo Pipe Welder
M3 Power Group
01.2022 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Lowndes High School