Charles Brooks
Swoope
Summary
Dynamic welding professional with extensive experience at Innovative Refrigeration Systems, specializing in Stick, MIG and TIG welding. Proven ability to enhance student learning as a Welding Instructor, while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Strong collaborator with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, effectively aligning training with industry standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welding Instructor
Innovative Refrigeration Systems
09.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented welding curriculum to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions, ensuring safety protocols were adhered to consistently.
- Assessed student progress through practical evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Collaborated with industry partners to align training programs with current welding standards and technologies.
Welder/Fitter
Innovative Refrigeration Systems
09.2021 - Current
- Operated stick, MIG, and TIG welding equipment for fabrication of refrigeration components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise assembly of parts.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency in production processes.
- Conducted quality inspections to verify weld integrity and adherence to safety standards.
Fitter
Greenwood
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Operated and maintained various fitting tools and equipment to ensure precision in assembly.
- Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to execute accurate fabrication processes.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance production efficiency.
- Trained junior fitters on best practices for tool usage and safety protocols.
Welder
Innovative Refrigeration Systems
03.2010 - 02.2020
- Operated stick, MIG, and TIG welding equipment to assemble refrigeration units efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld placement.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with engineering team to troubleshoot design issues and implement solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wilson Memorial High-school
Fishersville, VA06.2006
Skills
- Welding safety procedures
- Welding codes and standards
- MIG welding of pipe with hard wire root and flux-core fill and cap
- Gas tungsten arc welding
Certification
Ohsa 10
Journeyman welder card
Can drive forklifts, boom lifts, telehandlers
Timeline
Welding Instructor
Innovative Refrigeration Systems
09.2021 - Current
Welder/Fitter
Innovative Refrigeration Systems
09.2021 - Current
Fitter
Greenwood
02.2020 - 09.2021
Welder
Innovative Refrigeration Systems
03.2010 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Wilson Memorial High-school