William James Sr.
Window Rock
Summary
Ive been doing Ironworking on structural/industrial for 27 years of experience. I know allot about safety to detail. Work great with others and great social skills. Im hardworking with an excellent attendance.Im skilled at basically whatever my task im given and will compete with the best of my knowlege.Experienced with reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate assembly. Utilizes welding and cutting tools to fit and secure metal structures. Strong understanding of safety protocols and teamwork to deliver quality results.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ironworker/ Decking
Stinger Bridge & Iron
07.2024 - Current
- Decking foreman/General Foreman
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise installation of iron structures.
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components using advanced welding techniques.
- Collaborated with project managers to streamline workflows and enhance safety protocols on job sites.
- Trained junior ironworkers in proper use of tools and adherence to safety standards, fostering skill development.
- Conducted regular inspections of completed work to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Shake out Deck and detail deck
- Certified to puddle weld with 7018/6022
- Certified with Hilti Power Actuated tool
- Layout Studs and ferrule to blueprint reading
- Closure and flashing to cover any open holes on deck
- Would help and layout the crew with safety protocols and whatever they needed help with.
- Teach new year apprentice about the trade of ironworking and try to improve theirs skills.
- Work with different individuals on how to complete their task.
- Got certified on site for drilling and epoxy holes for all different type of all threads.
- would signals crane/forklift to help unload material.
- layout material and detail drawings meaning bent plate,base plates,deck,embeds on concrete slab.
Ironworker/Welder
AV Decking
11.2021 - Current
- Shake out - puddle weld - Shoot Nelson studs - crimp - button punch - closure - screwing deck - layouts
- Certified Deck welder
- 6022 (5/32) & (1/8)
- 7018 (1/8)
- Qualified power actuated tools
- Installed new decking and flashing.
- Communication skills with others and teach others on how to have a open communication to complete job safely.
- helped motivate crew and guide
- comply with all rules on 100% tie off and hydration.
Structural ironworker / Welder
Cold Steel
06.2007 - Current
- Crane set up, blue prints, shake out, bolt up, bar joists, bridging, stairs, hand rails, decking, detail, bent plate, 3G-4G(7018) 7028, 6011, aerial lifts, forklift, puddle welds, power tools, hand signals, nelsun studs, working heights and balance.
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components for commercial and residential projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to ensure accurate installations of iron structures.
- Collaborated with project managers to troubleshoot issues and improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace incidents and enhanced team awareness.
- Stick Weld all moment welds with xray inspection.
- Minimized errors in installation by consistently checking work against drawings and specifications. Measure twice cut once mentality.
- Complied with all OSHA and company guidelines to safety to attitude.
Structural Ironworker
Sundt Construction, Inc.
03.2012 - 02.2024
- Outages @ power plants & mines. Shake out, bolt up, lancing rod, bull rigging, heavy rigging, stairs, hand rails, rattle bolts, aerial lifts, working heights, welder, power tools, Decking Foreman, Puddle weld (6022), (INTEL) semi conductor, clean room, lay out, blueprint, scissor lift, bolt up, ledger, Water treatment plant and detail work.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to ensure precise installation of ironwork.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
- Unloaded and positioned prefabricated steel and heavy equipment using hoisting equipment, such as cables, pulleys, or hooks.
- Analyzed specifications and blueprints and suggested quantities, types and sizes of materials required per job allocation.
- Followed safety guidelines to fasten structural steel members and hoisted cables, chains and rope.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams.
Structural Ironworker/Welder
LPR CONSTRUCTION
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Decking Foreman, Puddle weld, bolt up, bent plate, shake out. Blue print, Nelson Stud, torque bolts, Lujune gun, forklift- Aerial lift, certified. 6023- 7018(3g-4g) 7028, plumb, working heights
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components for commercial and industrial projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Shake out deck and detail.
- Plumb building
- bolt up and snap bolts
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
- Maintained a clean work environment, adhering to OSHA regulations for safe operation at all times.
Journeyman Ironworker/Welder
FE 26 Steel Erectors LLC.
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Decking, Puddle weld- 6022 certified
- Install handrails, window frames, connect beams, bar joists, detailing, blueprint, roof opening, bridging, stand columns, Staircase & Handrails, elevator shaft, supports, angle support for masonry, Operate fork lift- aerial lift- scissors lift
Welder
Four Seasons Construction
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Wrought iron fence
- Cut, fit, power tools, lay out, install fence
Structural ironworker / welder
Top flite construction
04.1998 - 06.2007
- Connector, Crane set up, blueprints, anchor bolts, bar joists, bridging, stairs, hand rails, detail, bent plate, working heights, forklift, aerial lifts, shake out, rigging, up load, blind spot communication, hand signals, well balance and working heights
Desiel mechanic Helper
Swift Transportation
08.1994 - 03.1997
- Oil & Lube, replace and remove steros, speakers, exhausts, differential, u-joints, brakes, gear oil, seals, headlights, and minor repairs, PDI, safety inspection, electrical components.
Education
Required Studies -
Ganado High School
Ganado, AZ05.1994
Skills
- 3G
- TIG welding
- Commercial construction
- Working on construction projects
- Commercial building projects
- Climbing
- Semiconductor experience
- Hand tools
- Masonry
- Supervising experience
- Background checks
- Carpentry
- Welder experience
- Machine boring
- Assembly
- Blueprint specification interpretation
- Crane
- Dozer
- Machine drilling
- Power tools
- Communication skills
- Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance
- Industrial construction
- Landscape Maintenance
- Detailing
- Construction
- Mechanical knowledge
- Leadership
- MIG welding
- Warehouse experience
- Strong familiarity with iron working tools and equipment
- Wide breadth of steel welding and iron working experience
- Excellent physical stamina
- Sound ability to interpret blueprints and documents
- Exceptional ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Knowledge of standard welding safety procedures and protocol
- Ability to use cutting and shaping hand or power tools
- Ability to read blueprints and analyze design plans
- Sheet metal
- Metal building erection
- Grinding
- Rigging
- Boom lift
- Outdoor work
- Safe work practices
- Building code compliance
- Fabrication
- Basic math
- Forklift
- Blueprint reading
- FCAW
- Construction management
- Press brake machine
- Stick welding
- Brake Repair
- Welding
- steel erection
- shakeout deck/detail
- anchor bolt setting
Accomplishments
Certified in forklift,aerial lift, scissor lift (MEWP)
Certified in fall protection
Certified in Welding 3G/4G welds for 7018
Certified in puddle weld 7018/6022
Certified in Hiliti Power Actuated tool
OSHA 10
Trained on expoxy.
Certification
- Welding certification, 04/01/14, No expiration date
- 6022 puddle weld
- Qualified Operator of Power-Actuated Tools
- Forklift, 07/01/25, 07/01/28
- OSHA-10, 03/01/20, 03/01/24
- First Aid CPR AED, 08/01/19, 08/01/21
- MSHA 5000-23, 06/01/19, 06/01/20
- Confidential Clearance
- Forklift Certification
- AWS D1.1
- OSHA 30
- Driver's License
- Welding Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Arizona
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Ironworker/ Decking
Stinger Bridge & Iron
07.2024 - Current
Structural Ironworker/Welder
LPR CONSTRUCTION
09.2022 - 07.2023
Ironworker/Welder
AV Decking
11.2021 - Current
Journeyman Ironworker/Welder
FE 26 Steel Erectors LLC.
05.2020 - 06.2021
Welder
Four Seasons Construction
02.2019 - 03.2020
Structural Ironworker
Sundt Construction, Inc.
03.2012 - 02.2024
Structural ironworker / Welder
Cold Steel
06.2007 - Current
Structural ironworker / welder
Top flite construction
04.1998 - 06.2007
Desiel mechanic Helper
Swift Transportation
08.1994 - 03.1997
Required Studies -
Ganado High School
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