Benjamin Smith
Welder
Riversdale
Summary
Dedicated Welding Apprentice with hands-on experience at John Deere, experience in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding. Demonstrated strong teamwork and collaboration skills while enhancing structural welding techniques. Committed to quality and safety, consistently improving project outcomes through effective machine operation and preventive maintenance practices.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Welding Apprentice
John Deere
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Fabricated structural forms, for fireplaces and stairs
- Expanded knowledge of different welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and Stick welding, through hands-on experience and training sessions.
- Gained practical experience in various metal types including aluminum, stainless steel, carbon steel, and more to diversify skill set as a Welding Apprentice.
- Contributed to efficient project completion by assisting in the setup, maintenance, and clean-up of workstations.
- Improved welding skills by consistently practicing various techniques under the supervision of an experienced welder.
Welding Apprentice
Classic Fires
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Blew out machines, checked welding leads, and wiring and changed filters for preventive maintenance.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
Education
Semi Qualified - Welding
Africa Skills College
George 04.2001 -
NQF 4 -
Van Kervel Skool
George 04.2001 -
Skills
Shielded metal arc welding
Structural welding
Stainless steel welding
Power tools operation
Hand tools operation
Teamwork
Stick welding
Teamwork and collaboration
Machine operation
Power tool operation
Arc welding
Shaping and cutting
Timeline
Welding Apprentice
John Deere
03.2024 - 08.2024
Welding Apprentice
Classic Fires
08.2023 - 02.2024
Semi Qualified - Welding
Africa Skills College
04.2001 -
NQF 4 -
Van Kervel Skool
04.2001 -
Similar Profiles
John Bevan IIIJohn Bevan III
Welder at John Deere Horicon WorksWelder at John Deere Horicon Works
Louise SorensonLouise Sorenson
Material Coordinator at John Deere Seeding GroupMaterial Coordinator at John Deere Seeding Group
Jacob BrunetteJacob Brunette
Assembler at John Deere Dubuque WorksAssembler at John Deere Dubuque Works