Douglas Cogdill
Bossier City
Summary
Disciplined and results-driven professional transitioning from welding into sales. Known for persistence, resilience, and the ability to thrive in competitive environments. Skilled in building rapport with clients, explaining technical concepts in clear terms, and consistently delivering outcomes that exceed expectations. Ready to leverage a proven work ethic and client-focused mindset to drive revenue growth and success in a high-performance sales team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Tank Welder
Prolec GE
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with supervisors to align with project requirements and ensure customer specifications were met.
- Delivered high-quality work under strict deadlines, demonstrating resilience and persistence in fast-paced conditions.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges, consistently meeting or exceeding quality standards.
Welder/Fitter
Sabre Industries
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Partnered with engineers and customers to interpret requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
- Communicated technical details clearly to diverse audiences, ensuring smooth workflows and client satisfaction.
- Contributed to projects valued at thousands of dollars, consistently exceeding quality expectations.
Welder
TSE International
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Interacted directly with supervisors and stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure satisfaction with outcomes.
- Balanced multiple client projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines with 100% completion rate.
- Earned a reputation for accountability and exceeding performance expectations.
Welder
D&D Contracting LLC
08.2019 - 04.2023
- Worked directly with residential and commercial clients to understand needs, provide recommendations, and deliver customized solutions.
- Managed the full project cycle from initial request to delivery, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction.
- Delivered more than 150+ client projects, with zero reported quality issues, building long-term client trust.
Education
Technical Diploma - Welding
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
Shreveport, LA05.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Airline High School
Bossier City, LA05.2021
Skills
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities
- Goal-oriented, competitive, and results-driven mindset
- Excellent communication and active listening skills
- Experience collaborating directly with residential and commercial clients
- Skilled in translating complex ideas into simple terms
- Adaptability, persistence, and resilience in high-pressure environments
Timeline
Tank Welder
Prolec GE
06.2024 - Current
Welder/Fitter
Sabre Industries
09.2023 - 06.2024
Welder
TSE International
05.2023 - 08.2023
Welder
D&D Contracting LLC
08.2019 - 04.2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Airline High School
Technical Diploma - Welding
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
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