Brian Hoard
New Orleans
Summary
Safety-conscious Class A CDL Driver with Tanker, Doubles/Triples, and Combination vehicle endorsements. Over 20 years of experience as a Class A Welder, excelling in precision work and compliance with DOT and OSHA standards. Expertise in blueprint reading, inspections, and heavy equipment operation, consistently meeting deadlines and delivering quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Combination Welder / Class A Welder
Kim's Fabrication and Transport LLC
Moss Point
01.2020 - 01.2026
- Executed MIG, TIG, and Stick welding on various metals to ensure structural integrity and quality standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and conducted inspections to uphold OSHA compliance and enhance workplace safety.
Welder/Fabricator (Offshore)
C&G Welding
Houma
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Executed welding projects and fabricated structures from multiple metal types while maintaining zero-incident safety record.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components effectively.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fabrication.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Welder
Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding Industries
12.2017 - 07.2021
- Welded structural components to enhance shipbuilding operations while ensuring safety compliance.
- Fabricated metal components using various welding techniques and equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Inspected welds to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
Education
Class A CDL Training - Trucking
Crossroads CDL Academy
Harvey, LA03-2026
GED -
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA01-2009
Skills
- Welder certification
- Advanced Welding Techniques
- Welding Quality Assurance
- Welding procedures
- Blueprint Reading & Fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality Control & Safety Procedures
- DOT & OSHA Compliance
- Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Class A CDL (Tanker, Doubles/Triples, Combination)
- Safety management
Certification
- TWIC Card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
- NCCER Certified
- Class A CDL License
Timeline
Certified Combination Welder / Class A Welder
Kim's Fabrication and Transport LLC
01.2020 - 01.2026
Welder/Fabricator (Offshore)
C&G Welding
01.2019 - 01.2025
Welder
Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding Industries
12.2017 - 07.2021
Class A CDL Training - Trucking
Crossroads CDL Academy
GED -
Baton Rouge Community College