David Patton
Hagerstown
Summary
Skilled trades worker with experience in pipefitting, welding support, and general construction. Worked with copper and PVC pipe using common shop tools and equipment, including threading and fabrication tools. MIG welding experience with basic stick and TIG knowledge, plus pipe fit-up, flange bolting, and assisting welders on job sites. Experience operating skid steer and doing outdoor construction work like decks, retaining walls, irrigation, and snow removal. Holds an active Secret security clearance, OSHA 10, and equipment certifications.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter
R.W. Warner Mechanical
Frederick
02.2024 - Current
- Hold an active Secret security clearance.
- Installed pipe hangers and supports to help hold pipes in place.
- Experienced working with copper and PVC piping and using tools such as band saws, grinders, roll cutters, groovers, and pipe-threading machines to prepare and install pipe.
- Connected copper pipe using soldering, brazing, and ProPress methods.
- Used pipe-threading machines to make and install threaded pipe fittings.
- Performed hydro and air tests to check for leaks and make sure systems worked properly.
- Helped with underground pipe installation as well as worked with steam pipe and also fitted pipes for welders.
- Followed safety procedures and maintained a clean work area.
- Certified to operate scissor lifts, forklifts, and boom lifts.
- OSHA 10 certified and trained in fire caulking.
Landscaper
Sweetbay Landscaping LLC
Dickerson
06.2019 - Current
- Completed contracted work on time while making sure customers were satisfied with the results.
- Built wooden decks, retaining walls, and patios from plans and job specs.
- Performed tree cutting and general jobsite cleanup as needed.
- Operated skid steer for material handling and site work.
- Installed, repaired, and maintained irrigation systems.
- Winterized sprinkler systems by using an air compressor to blow out and drain lines.
- Performed snow removal, including plowing and salting during winter conditions.
Welder helper
W W Welding inc.
Adamstown
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Experienced in MIG welding, with basic knowledge of stick and TIG welding techniques on pipe and general shop work.
- structural applications, including gas pipe and generator setups.
- Cut, ground, cleaned, and fit materials to prepare joints for welding work.
- Assisted welders with layout, fit-up, and general material preparation.
- Used grinders, torches, and other tools to prep pipe and welding joints.
- Bolted up flanges and helped align pipe connections for installation.
- Checked fit-up and weld areas to help ensure work met job requirements.
- Threaded pipe and prepared fittings for installation.
- Followed jobsite safety procedures and worked safely around welding equipment and materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brunswick Highschool
Brunswick, MD06-2022
Skills
- Pipe installation and threading
- Hydro testing and equipment testing
- Welding and brazing
- Safety protocols and material handling
- Time management and problem solving
- Effective communication and collaboration
- Pipe cutting and bending
- Valve and grooved pipe installation
- Insulation techniques for pipes
- Hand and power tools expertise
Timeline
Welder helper
W W Welding inc.
04.2025 - 09.2025
Pipefitter
R.W. Warner Mechanical
02.2024 - Current
Landscaper
Sweetbay Landscaping LLC
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Brunswick Highschool