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Coleson Lindsey

Richmond

Summary

Expert in TIG welding and precision components, I enhance project outcomes through collaboration and innovative problem-solving. My commitment to quality and efficiency has consistently driven successful results in high-stakes environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities Technician

MAH 720
Keswick
05.2023 - Current
  • Support building management operations across a 500,000 sq ft commercial property with 8 tenants.
  • Assist in coordinating construction projects, ongoing building maintenance, fire system inspections, and water meter management.
  • Work alongside the building manager to address infrastructure issues and long-term maintenance plans.

Lead Fabricator & Race Car Restoration Technician

DAS Sport
Gordonsville
12.2021 - Current
  • Lead fabrication and full mechanical restoration of factory Porsche race cars (944, 911, 964, 993, 996, 997, 991, 992), overseeing $1.5M+ in annual builds and restorations.
  • Provide trackside support at national-level events, including HSR, PCA, and Rennsport Reunion.
  • Design and construct FIA-compliant roll cages, suspension, and race-prepped drivetrains.
  • Delivered critical drivetrain repairs during endurance races, preserving podium results and 95%+ client satisfaction.
  • Fabricated FIA-spec roll cages for 991 and 992 models, reducing material waste by 10% while improving strength.

Welder & Apprentice Machinist

Strickland Machine Company, LLC
Richmond
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • Fabricated over 50 precision components for U.S. naval defense systems at Strickland Machine Co., supporting $1.2M in federal contracts.
  • Worked with structural and software engineers to build complex assemblies to strict tolerances.
  • Operated manual mills and lathes for precision part creation, avoiding CNC dependency.
  • Improved quality and reduced turnaround times by 15% through refined weld prep and setup methods.

Skills

  • American Welding Society Certification (2021-2024)
  • TIG Welding
  • Manual Machining
  • Precision Components
  • Race Car Mechanical Assembly
  • Drivetrain Repairs
  • Suspension Setup
  • Dyno Tuning
  • Fabrication
  • FIA-Spec Roll Cages
  • Safety Equipment
  • Trackside Race Support
  • Vintage Porsche Systems
  • Modern Porsche Systems

Accomplishments

  • 2022: Restored a 944 Turbo Cup to HSR Showroom Stock victory and completed a 944 Firehawk build for Broad Arrow Auctions' VP of Sales.
  • 2023: Fully restored a Porsche 997.1 Cup car, showcased at Rennsport Reunion 7
  • 2024: Restored a 993 Supercup featured at Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance.
  • 2024: Earned “Best Prepared Car” at two PCA events.
  • 2024: Restored and prepped ultra-rare 944 GTR (1 of 7 IMSA chassis) for Monterey Historics competition.
  • 2025: Restored a 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster with 160whp and race suspension; won “Best in Class” at 2025 Amelia Island Concours.
  • 2025: Engineered a G-body 911 with a 993 GT2 powertrain, selected for Luftgekühlt 11 showcase in Durham, NC.

Timeline

Facilities Technician

MAH 720
05.2023 - Current

Lead Fabricator & Race Car Restoration Technician

DAS Sport
12.2021 - Current

Welder & Apprentice Machinist

Strickland Machine Company, LLC
01.2021 - 12.2021

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