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Troy Hogshead

Highland

Summary

Accomplished Welding Fabricator with extensive experience at Ehrhardt Tool and Machine, specializing in MIG and TIG welding. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and ensure high-quality standards, enhancing productivity through effective collaboration. Skilled in custom fabrication and maintaining equipment, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Welder

Ehrhardt Tool and Machine
01.2009 - 09.2025
  • Operated welding machinery to assemble metal components safely
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment
  • Assisted in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings for fabrication
  • Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and reliability
  • Conducted quality checks on finished products for compliance with standards
  • Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
  • Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
  • Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.

Welding Fabricator

Missouri Equipment Company
11.2001 - 10.2008
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques to meet project specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly of structures.
  • Conducted quality inspections on welded parts, ensuring adherence to industry standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot welding issues, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Maintained welding equipment and tools, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.

Welding Fabricator

Roesch Enamel
02.1989 - 10.2001
  • Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
  • Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
  • Documented welding on specified work order.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.

Education

High School Diploma -

Belleville Township Highschool West
Belleville IL

High School Diploma -

SWIC
Belleville IL

Skills

  • MIG welding
  • Grinders
  • Grinding and finishing techniques
  • Plasma cutting
  • Carbon steel welding
  • Jig fabrication
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Custom fabrication
  • Flux-cored arc welding

Timeline

Fabrication Welder

Ehrhardt Tool and Machine
01.2009 - 09.2025

Welding Fabricator

Missouri Equipment Company
11.2001 - 10.2008

Welding Fabricator

Roesch Enamel
02.1989 - 10.2001

High School Diploma -

Belleville Township Highschool West

High School Diploma -

SWIC

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