JENSEN PANKEY
HARRISBURG
Summary
Hardworking welder skilled in MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Strong background in welding and metal fabrication. Confidently able to handle continuous physical work in different environments while exceeding standards. Cautious to use correct techniques for different types of materials and fits. Experience with a wide range of power tools and equipment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/ Track Maintenance
Odyssey Railcar
Carterville, IL
03.2026 - Current
- Inspecting, repairing, and replacing track components, rails, ties and switches to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Executed installation of railroad spikes into ties to ensure track stability.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated and assembled railcar components using MIG welding techniques.
- Executed repair work on cracked out railcars to ensure operational safety and reliability.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Underground Coal Miner
Mach Mining LLC
Marion, Illinois
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Long wall out by work, took down belt structure and rolls packed over to next cross cut.
- Packed chains and come alongs to set and level belt lines
- Assisted in the assembly and maintenance of shovel belt lines. Supported splicing operations to ensure efficient material handling. Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes.
- Used crowbars and pickaxes to remove materials from rock faces.
- Packed and placed concrete blocks to build a wall or stopping, install man doors if need, sealed walls off with concrete, had to pack bags of concrete and buckets of water to the job.
- Packed wooden cribbing to stack up for extra roof support.
- Installed structure I beams for roof and rib support had to pack and place with cross bars in the middle to secure all together.
Underground Construction Worker
Miller Contracting Services LLC
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Executed concrete racking operations on mine slopes to ensure structural integrity.
- Installed and secured underground track systems in concrete
- Performed underground concrete track installation and maintenance
- Assisted in formwork setup and removal for various construction projects.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete according to specifications and safety guidelines.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
Welder/Rigging
Elgin Separation Solutions
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated overhead crane to efficiently transport materials within facility.
- Packed metal or wooden cribbing
- Mild Steel MIG Welding
- Stainless Steel MIG Welding
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines
Welder/Rigging
BWXT
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Moved around metal stands or packed wooden cribbing to place crane load onto
- Utilized forklifts and boom lifts to ensure timely completion of tasks and enhance workflow.
- Performed stick and TIG welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions
- Monitored heat, fit-up, and weld quality to prevent warping or distortion
- Operated rigging equipment to load and unload materials efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during rigging operations.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
Welder/Rigging
Elgin Separation Solutions
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Stainless steel MIG welding
- Operated auto MIG welder
- Used oxyacetylene torch, forklift, and crane hoist
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Carpenter/Construction Worker
R&R Construction
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Measured, cut, and shaped lumber and materials according to project specifications
- Repaired and replaced damaged structural components to maintain building integrity
- Installed drywall on walls and ceilings using proper fastening tools and techniques
- Operated a wide range of hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments safely and efficiently
- Constructed and installed frameworks, ensuring structural integrity and alignment.
Education
Certified Welder - Welding
Southeastern Illinois College
01.2021
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School
Harrisburg, IL05.2020
Skills
- Fabrication
- Stick, TIG, and MIG Welding
- Surface Preparation
- Attention to detail
- Willingness to learn
- Safety awareness
- Physical strength
Section name
https://bold.pro/my/jensen-pankey/28ir
Timeline
Welder/ Track Maintenance
Odyssey Railcar
03.2026 - Current
Underground Coal Miner
Mach Mining LLC
12.2025 - 02.2026
Underground Construction Worker
Miller Contracting Services LLC
10.2025 - 11.2025
Welder/Rigging
Elgin Separation Solutions
01.2025 - 10.2025
Welder/Rigging
BWXT
06.2022 - 01.2025
Welder/Rigging
Elgin Separation Solutions
12.2021 - 06.2022
Carpenter/Construction Worker
R&R Construction
05.2021 - 12.2021
Certified Welder - Welding
Southeastern Illinois College
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School