Owner of Universal Welding and Fabrication, Inc., Tom is responsible for the company’s origination, success, reputation and commitment to our clients.

• Alaska resident since 1970
• 35 years experience in welding & iron working
• BS Biological Science UAF
• 2 years University of Washington School of Medicine
• Licensed Pilot since 1971
• Registered Alaska Hunting Guide since 1976

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Universal considers Frank’s extensive experience in steel erection, heavy rigging, welding and job site management a crucial force behind our erection team.

• 40 years experience as ironworker
• Instructor Northwest Ironworkers Joint Apprenticeship Training Council
• Foreman/General Foreman Satsop Nuclear Power Plant, WA utilizing the Translift (worlds largest mobile crane at that time)
• Experience: Connector on many Seattle High Rises; erection of Coal Fire Power Plants in WA & WY; Boeing plant, WA; Vehicle Maintenance and Alert Holding facilities, AK; miscellaneous structures at Poker Flats Rocket Research and Ft. Greely Missile Defense site.
• Universal team since 2004
• Certified Welding Inspector

Rich is considered a vital component in leading a successful, united and efficient production team. Rich’s superior people skills, motivation and dedication has earned the respect and admiration of the entire team.

• 20 years fabrication experience
• Universal Foreman since 2001