Damon Patterson
Somerset
Summary
Detail-oriented Industrial Worker with 6 years in welding and fabrication, complemented by 3 years of heavy equipment operation. Expertise in MIG and stick welding, blueprint reading, and machinery operation in high-pressure environments. Record of ensuring quality control and conducting equipment inspections while meeting production targets.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
URS - Railroad Industry
Somerset
04.2022 - Current
- Operated scrap magnet and other heavy machinery to move and load metal materials in production yard
- Conducted daily pre-operation equipment inspections and documented safety checks
- Maintained steady production pace while coordinating with ground crews in active work zone
- Identified mechanical issues early and assisted maintenance to minimize downtime
Welder/Fabricator
Handi Port
11.2018 - 06.2022
- Fabricated metal components and assemblies to precise measurements using MIG, TIG, and stick welding
- Read and interpreted blueprints, work orders, and fabrication drawings to complete jobs to spec
- Operated grinders, saws, torches, and shop equipment while maintaining quality standards
- Performed in-process quality checks and maintained clean, safe work area per OSHA guidelines
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Oakwood
Somerset
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Hand on direct support
- Coordinated with team members to maintain safety and efficiency in daily operations
- Hands on direct support
Education
Somerset High School
Somerset, KYSome College (No Degree) -
Tulsa Welding School
Jacksonville, FLSkills
- Heavy Equipment
- Forklift
- MIG
- TIG
- Stick
- Metal Fabrication
- Cutting
- Grinding
- Blueprint Reading
- Work Order Interpretation
- Quality Control
- OSHA Awareness
- Job Site Safety
- Material Handling
- Team Communication
- Team Communication
Work Ethic
Strong work ethic with consistent attendance history
Availability
Available for all shifts, including overtime
Commute
Willing to commute up to 90 minutes
Core Skills
MIG, TIG, Stick, Metal Fabrication, Cutting, Grinding, Scrap Magnet, Heavy Equipment, Forklift, Shop Machinery, Work Order Interpretation, Blueprint Reading, Quality Control, Material Handling, OSHA Awareness, Job Site Safety, Daily Equipment Inspections, Basic Maintenance, Dependable, Consistent Attendance, Team Communication, Outdoor/Industrial Environments
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
URS - Railroad Industry
04.2022 - Current
Welder/Fabricator
Handi Port
11.2018 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Oakwood
05.2018 - 06.2019
Somerset High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Tulsa Welding School