Andy Gomez
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Dynamic Fabrication Welder with extensive experience at Arc Force Welding, skilled in MIG and TIG welding. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure quality compliance. Strong collaborator with a commitment to safety and precision measurement, consistently delivering high-quality results while training new team members on best practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Arc Force Welding
02.2023 - Current
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise welds.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Trained new hires on proper welding techniques and safety practices.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Documented service reports detailing repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities performed.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety protocols and best practices during operations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all maintenance activities, contributing to improved record-keeping practices within the organization.
- Improved the reliability of substations by identifying potential vulnerabilities through regular risk assessments and implementing necessary mitigating actions.
- Collaborated with engineers to design, install, and test new substation equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
- Performed maintenance tasks on transformers, circuit breakers, and protective relays.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical systems and resolving technical issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to execute safety protocols during service interruptions.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported findings to senior technicians for review.
- Led projects aimed at improving workflow efficiency and reducing downtime in operations.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by implementing mandatory safety procedures during all substation work activities.
- Continuously updated technical knowledge by attending industry conferences, workshops, and training programs, ensuring my expertise remained current with evolving technologies and best practices.
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate assembly.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints for structural integrity.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new welders on best practices and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline fabrication processes and improve efficiency.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace hazards during welding operations.
- Diagnosed welding defects and recommended corrective actions to enhance quality standards.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects by efficiently collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Ensured safety compliance by adhering to industry standards and company guidelines in all tasks performed.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
- Reduced material waste for improved cost savings with precise fabrication measurements.
- Completed complex projects on time by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Implemented innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges, resulting in increased efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Optimized equipment performance by performing routine maintenance checks and promptly addressing issues as they arose.
- Consistently met or surpassed production targets while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Installed and maintained overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Coordinated with other utility companies and external stakeholders to successfully complete joint projects, fostering strong working relationships.
- Implemented safety protocols for all team members consistently, minimizing risks associated with high-voltage work environments.
- Upgraded electrical infrastructure with the installation of new transformers, switches, and conductors.
- Kept equipment in optimal condition through preventive maintenance checks, reducing mechanical failures during crucial operations.
- Managed inventory levels for required materials effectively, ensuring availability for both planned projects and unexpected emergencies.
- Assisted in the design process of new distribution lines as well as upgrades to existing systems based on community needs.
- Worked on both dead and energized lines.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations while working at height and with live electricity.
- Assisted with constructing new power lines by using appropriate tools and equipment.
Iron Worker
Lear West Inc
07.2019 - 12.2022
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components in compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated heavy machinery, including cranes and forklifts, to move materials efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate measurements and alignments during installations.
- Conducted inspections of completed work to verify structural integrity and adherence to specifications.
- Coordinated with architects and engineers to resolve design challenges during installation phases.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
- Upheld high-quality craftsmanship standards while working on complex projects, resulting in successful completion with minimal defects or rework required.
- Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
- Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
- Consistently met deadlines through efficient time management skills while working under pressure in various weather conditions.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Provided reliable support during rigging operations to ensure the safe lifting of heavy steel beams into place.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Pleasant High School
Mount Pleasant, TXSkills
- MIG welding
- Pipe welding
- Grinders
- Grinding and finishing techniques
- Fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Hand tool safety
- Welding safety procedures
- Jig fabrication
- Gas metal arc welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Welding procedure specification
- Crane and rigging safety
- Aluminum welding
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Structural fabrication
- Personal protective equipment
- Fire prevention and protection
- Power tool safety
- Precision measurement
- Hazard communication
- Brass welding
- High-level welding
- Pipe fitting
- Mathematical calculations
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Arc Force Welding
02.2023 - Current
Iron Worker
Lear West Inc
07.2019 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Mount Pleasant High School