Benjamin Phillipson

• Ive worked in the heavy transport industry for just over four years in new Zealand as a fabricator welder for heavy vehicle services. I have completed my new Zealand standard certification in all positions for mig welding and also have gained my truck liscence 4L
• The strengths I have gained in the industry are
• Efficiency
• Time management
• Deadlines and remaining teachable ,also working in a great team that are always willing to find a solution to any problem that comes through the workshop doors

A lot of the work I’ve done is all heavy fabrication and welding

-Crack repairs on chassis and heavy equipment

-Skidplates

-toe eye replacement

-Draw-beam new builds

-Chassis straightening

-Diggerbuckets

-Drawbeams

-gouging cracks and tooth replacements

-Following plans and weld procedures

• Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to
• level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
• Inspected newly acquired units prior to deployment for any signs of defects or damage due to transport.
• Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
• Resolved customer queries regarding operational issues arising from malfunctioning pieces of equipment.
• Installed additional features and components onto existing machines according to client specifications.
• Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.
• Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
• Identified cost-effective solutions for repairing faulty components without compromising quality or performance.
• Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
• Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
• Performed routine preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication, cleaning, adjustments on a range of vehicles and machines.
• Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities performed on each piece of equipment including parts used, labor costs.
• Collaborated closely with other engineers in identifying areas requiring improvement in terms of productivity or safety standards related to handling large-scale machinery.
• Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
• Ensured that all heavy equipment was compliant with industry standards and regulations.
• Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
• Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
• Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
• Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Managed household errands and other essential duties.

• Performed detailed inspections of roads, bridges, tunnels and other infrastructure components to identify areas needing repair or improvement.
• Reviewed accident reports in order to develop safety measures aimed at reducing incidents involving vehicles or pedestrians.
• Conducted onsite inspections and prepared takeoffs for engineering project costing.
• Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
• Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
• Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
• Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
• Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
• Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
• Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
• Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
• Troubleshot problems related to fabrication process and proposed solutions for improvement.
• Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
• Troubleshot welding problems as required.
• Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
• Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
• Completed welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Examined welds to check bead size and other specifications.
• Organized tools, supplies and equipment at the end of each shift.
• Filled gaps between parts using various types of filler materials such as fluxes, rods, wires and alloys.
• Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
• Trained junior staff members in safe operation of machinery.
• Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
• Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
• Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
• Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
• Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
• Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
• Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
• Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
• Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
• Managed household errands and other essential duties.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

• Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
• Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
• Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
• Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
• Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
• Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
• Checked finished products for conformance to engineering standards before shipping out.
• Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
• Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
• Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
• Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
• Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
• Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
• Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
• Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
• Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
• Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
• Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
• Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
• Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
• Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
• Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
• Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
• Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
• Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
• Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

• I worked as a glazier for around five years doing commercial buildings with my employer Jp
• I was younger and determined to find out more in the industry
• I gained knowledge in all types of glazing over the 5 years
• Learning how to measure accurately
• Confidence
• Wellness
• Open minded
• And being more efficient and teachable