Jesus Gonzalez
San Diego
Summary
Accomplished Senior Welder with extensive experience at Carroll Metal Works, recognized for enhancing efficiency through innovative welding techniques. Proficient in MIG and TIG welding, I excel in quality inspections and mentoring junior welders, fostering a culture of safety and collaboration while consistently delivering high-quality results under pressure.
Experienced with advanced welding techniques, ensuring high-quality and precise fabrications. Utilizes diverse materials and methods to meet project specifications and safety requirements. Track record of maintaining rigorous safety standards and fostering team collaboration.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Welder, plate shop fabricator
Carroll Metal Works
740 W.16 St. , National City , CA.91950
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal structures according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precision in welds.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints for structural integrity and compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
- Developed strong communication skills through daily interaction with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, quality control, and project management personnel.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Senior Welder / Miscellaneous Department
BAPKO METAL
12610 Vigilante Rd. Lakeside , CA. 92040
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Developed and implemented improved welding techniques, reducing material waste and enhancing efficiency.
- Trained junior welders on safety protocols, equipment usage, and best practices to promote workplace safety.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed welds to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Supervised welding operations to enhance quality and productivity across multiple projects.
- Delivered reliable workmanship under pressure by adhering to established schedules without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Demonstrated versatility in adapting to various roles within the team as needed, including supervisory duties or specialized tasks requiring unique skillsets.
- Mastered blueprint interpretation to guarantee accurate execution of client specifications and industry standards.
- Assisted in the development of new hires through hands-on mentoring sessions designed to build practical skills alongside theoretical knowledge acquisition activities.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, contributing to overall shop productivity and worker satisfaction.
- Completed complex welding projects under tight deadlines while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Structural Welder
Westeel Builder
287 Vermon Way , El Cajon , Ca. 92020
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Fabricated structural components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds.
- Conducted quality inspections on completed welds to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
- Kept work area clean and organized.
- Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations during all welding activities.
Welder Light Gauge
Performance Contracting Inc.
4863 Shawline St. San Diego Ca.02111
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to complete projects efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded components to maintain standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and reduce downtime.
- Resolved welding defects through troubleshooting and process adjustments.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Senior Welder , Layout Fitter , Miscellaneous Depa
Clark Steel Fabricator
12610 Vigilante Rd. Lakeside CA. 92040
05.2021 - 09.2023
- Supervised welding operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Mentored junior welders, enhancing team skills and knowledge in fabrication techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency in metal joining tasks.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to interpret blueprints and execute design specifications accurately.
- Operated advanced welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding machines.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed welds, ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
International High School
San Diego, California04.2010
Skills
- Welding safety procedures
- Brazing and soldering
- Computer skills
- Pipe welding
- Structural welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Training and mentoring
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Welding positions
- Welding symbols
- Joint preparation
- Precision measuring tools
- Oxy-fuel welding
- Welder qualification
- Pressure vessel welding
- Welding procedure specifications
- ISO standards
- Equipment calibration
- Plasma arc welding
- AWS D11 structural welding code
- Heat treatment
- Metallurgy knowledge
- Non-destructive testing
- Electron beam welding
- Submerged arc welding
- CAD software
- American welding society codes
- Marine welding
- Fabrication techniques
- Automotive welding
- Pipeline welding
- Welding inspection
- Maintenance and repair
- Teamwork and communication
- Material selection
- Welding safety
- Teamwork
- Grinding skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Stick welding
- Multitasking
- Power tool operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Power tools operation
- Reliability
- Vertical welding
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Machine operation
- Shaping and cutting
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Hand and power tool operation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Surface grinding
- Arc welding
- Stainless steel metal welding
- Power tools
- Inspection skills
- Physical strength
- Fabrication
- Relationship building
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Safety procedures
- MIG welding
- Overhead welding position
- Cutting techniques
- Portable grinders
- Team building
- Quality inspection
- Aluminum metal welding
- Welding
- Task prioritization
- Parts cleaning and degreasing
- Flat welding position
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Gas metal arc equipment
- Wire feed machines
- Flux core welding
- Measurements and calculations
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
Certification
Welding certification: AWS D1.1 , FCAW-S , E71T-8 thickness 1”
AWS D1.1 , F.C.A.W.-G , E71T-1 , CO2 thickness 1”
30 hours General Industry Safety and Health (OSHA)
Languages
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Senior Welder, plate shop fabricator
Carroll Metal Works
07.2024 - 05.2025
Structural Welder
Westeel Builder
01.2024 - 06.2024
Senior Welder / Miscellaneous Department
BAPKO METAL
09.2023 - 10.2024
Welder Light Gauge
Performance Contracting Inc.
08.2023 - 12.2023
Senior Welder , Layout Fitter , Miscellaneous Depa
Clark Steel Fabricator
05.2021 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
International High School