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Austin Abbott

Oak Ridge

Summary

A recent graduate as a welder-fabricator capable of manufacturing metal parts and assemblies. Works well in a team, collaborating with designers and engineers to create optimal finished projects. Skills include reading blueprints, selecting materials, cutting and preparing metal, welding components, and performing quality checks to ensure accurate and acceptable results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Member

Burger King
Kernersville
06.2024 - Current
  • Prepared food items according to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization in dining and kitchen areas.
  • Provided friendly customer service during high-volume meal periods.
  • Assisted in training new crew members on operational procedures.
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.

Parks and Recreation Worker

Oak Ridge
Oak Ridge
06.2024 - Current
  • Maintained parks by mowing, trimming, and landscaping grounds.
  • Implemented safety procedures for park facilities and equipment.
  • Provided excellent customer service to visitors and residents.
  • Educated visitors on park rules, regulations, and proper usage of facilities.

Student

GTCC
Jamestown
08.2024 - 08.2025
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG welding techniques.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise fabrication.
  • Operated welding equipment and tools to complete projects efficiently.
  • Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
  • Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.

Machining Apprentice

Machine Specialties, Inc.
Greensboro
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure parts meet precise specifications.
  • Acquired and practiced correct procedures for quality inspection of various parts using pin, ring thread height, and air gauges. Also used profilometers and manual CMM.
  • Assisted with the masking, unmasking, and drying of parts after chemical cleaning or plating.
  • Assisted with the building of fixtures and parts for welding. Learned the basics of TIG spot welding.

Crew Member

Wendy’s
Greensboro
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Greet customers warmly upon entry, assist with questions, and provide efficient, friendly checkout service. Operate POS systems to process cash, debit, or credit and ensure efficient and accurate transactions.
  • Clean and maintain front counter, drink station, and refrigerators. Maintain the store's cleanliness by promptly sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces as needed.
  • Refill and keep inventory for condiments, napkins, and straws, and notify the supervisor when items need to be stocked.
  • Work with coworkers and supervisors to meet sales goals and plan accordingly to reduce wait times and achieve high customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared and assembled menu items following strict food safety, portioning, and quality standards. Maintained a clean and organized workspace by regularly wiping surfaces, sweeping floors, and restocking supplies.

Education

GMAW Fabrication Certificate - Welding Technology

Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC
07.2025

Skills

  • Welding processes for fabrication
  • Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG)
  • Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
  • Structural plate welding (2G, 3G, 4G test positions)
  • Blueprint reading
  • Accurate metal measurement and fabrication
  • Quality control on fabrication projects
  • Understanding of metal properties (steel, aluminum, titanium)
  • Oxy-acetylene torch
  • Plasma torch
  • Air carbon arc
  • Portable bandsaw
  • Ironworker
  • Mag drill
  • Ellis bandsaw
  • Hydraulic shear
  • Welding machines, grinders, cutters, measuring instruments

Timeline

Student

GTCC
08.2024 - 08.2025

Crew Member

Burger King
06.2024 - Current

Parks and Recreation Worker

Oak Ridge
06.2024 - Current

Machining Apprentice

Machine Specialties, Inc.
08.2022 - 01.2024

Crew Member

Wendy’s
06.2021 - 12.2022

GMAW Fabrication Certificate - Welding Technology

Guilford Technical Community College

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