Andrew Alvarez
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Skilled professional with several years working with metal and welding. Highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Fabricator/Safety Lead
Intake Screens Inc.
Sacramento, CA
03.2016 - Current
- Fabricate stainless steel fish screens, screen tracks and screen bases using precision tools and advanced welding techniques.
- Fabricate and install piping systems according to project specifications.
- Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Prepare workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify proper fit.
- Assemble parts and structures adhering to specifications and quality standards.
- Utilize bridge cranes to safely move, position and flip material and assemblies.
- Utilize scissor lifts and man baskets to safely weld and work.
- Operate forklifts and telehandlers to transport and handle materials safely and efficiently
- Manage welding department by purchasing various gas, filler metals, consumables and welding machines.
- Develop Welding Procedure Specifications
- Maintain welding equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Collaborate with team members to streamline production workflows and processes.
- Train new employees on welding techniques and safety protocols.
- Utilize rigging equipment for safe material handling and transportation.
- Inspect rigging gear for wear and compliance with safety standards.
- Assist in training new employees on rigging techniques and safety protocols.
- Communicate effectively with crew to execute lifting operations safely.
- Install large fish screens, screen tracks, and screen bases using cranes or forklifts.
- Coordinated with crane operators to ensure safe and efficient load transfers.
- Operated pile driving equipment for foundation installation on construction sites.
- Performed routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, including changing oil filters, flushing tanks and replacing hoses.
Education
Class 9 Graduate - Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy
Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, CA06-2015
High School Diploma -
Elk Grove High School
Elk Grove05-2012
Skills
- Stainless and carbon steel welding techniques
- Stainless and carbon steel metal fabrication
- Stainless and carbon steel Piping fabrication and welding
- Precision measuring and fabrication
- Welding equipment maintenance and department management
- Field work, field fabrication and welding
- Material handling and assembly rigging with bridge cranes
- Forklift, telehandler and scissor lift operation
Certification
- Aws Certified in GTAW: 3G 308L 3G A36 GMAW: 3G 308L 3G A36 FCAW: 3G and 4G 308L 3G and 4G A36
Timeline
Welder Fabricator/Safety Lead
Intake Screens Inc.
03.2016 - Current
Class 9 Graduate - Lake Tahoe Basin Fire Academy
Lake Tahoe Community College
High School Diploma -
Elk Grove High School