Robert Hoffpauir
Lake Charles
Summary
Reliable Sales Consultant and past Head Combo Welder, accomplished with different metalworking techniques, types of projects and environmental conditions. Worked independently to accomplish project goals and consistently complete assignments on-time. Skills include brazing, welding and flame cutting. Persuasive, self-motivated leadership professional with expertise in expanding network connections. Skilled at introducing products, educating clients and implementing pricing strategies. Specializes in developing new territories and discerning customer needs to deliver solutions.
Capable professional with outstanding background in applying a strong work ethic to perform daily construction duties. Intelligent in planning tasks by performing simple and complex calculations. Safety-minded in following procedures, maintaining organized workspaces and using tools properly.
Efficient Carpenter equipped with tools necessary to complete tasks on time and with little guidance.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Remodeling Carpenter
Taylor Peterson
Lake Charles
05.2025 - Current
- Constructed custom cabinetry for residential remodeling projects.
- Installed flooring, trim, and doors to enhance interior aesthetics.
- Collaborated with designers to meet client specifications and preferences.
- Installs light switches and overhead lighting some rewiring
- Some plumbing changing old pipes and sinks and laboratories
Sales Consultant
Wolswagon of Lake Charles
Lake Charles
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Maintain equipment operation
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight vehicle features and benefits.
- Assisted customers in selecting vehicles based on needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with the sales team to develop effective sales strategies.
- Built rapport with customers to foster long-term relationships and loyalty.
Combo Welder
Turner Industries
Sulphur
02.2018 - 02.2022
- Performed welding operations on various materials, including carbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum using GMAW process.
- Utilized necessary tools and equipment to complete welds such as a welder, torch, grinder and drill press.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them together with appropriate techniques.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy of welds and conformance to specifications.
- Set up welding machines according to job requirements, selecting correct amperage, voltage and wire speed settings.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Followed company guidelines to adhere to safety regulations consistently.
Combo Welder
R&R Contractors
Sulphur
07.2003 - 07.2020
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Operated welding equipment and tools to ensure precision in joints.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety.
- Conducted routine inspections of welds for quality assurance standards.
- Assisted in training new welders on safety protocols and equipment use.
- Assisted other team members with cutting metal pieces when needed.
- Troubleshot problems with welding processes to determine root cause and corrective action needed.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
Education
GED -
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA06-2025
Skills
- Pipe welding
- Quality Control
- Supply Management
- Blueprint Reading
- Pipefitting
- Parts Installation
- Vertical Welding
- Assembly Planning
- Specification Conformance
- Power Tool Operation
- Safety Monitoring
- Design Interpretation
- Equipment Operation
- Professionalism
- Self Motivation
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem solving
- Welding techniques
- Flooring installation
- Drywall installation
- Electrical
- Door installation
- Plumbing basics
- Hand tool proficiency
- Staff management
- Repair and maintenance
Affiliations
Enjoying Family Time
Hunting & Fishing
Traveling
Education and Training
Went to back to school for my GED to better my education and career opportunities graduated with a honor.
Timeline
Remodeling Carpenter
Taylor Peterson
05.2025 - Current
Sales Consultant
Wolswagon of Lake Charles
06.2023 - 04.2024
Combo Welder
Turner Industries
02.2018 - 02.2022
Combo Welder
R&R Contractors
07.2003 - 07.2020
GED -
Sowela Technical Community College