Armando Juarez
McAllen,TX
Summary
Professional metalworker with strong expertise in welding techniques and safety protocols. Known for exceptional precision, collaboration, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in MIG, TIG, SMAW, and Flux Core welding, with focus on quality and efficiency. Reliable team member who consistently meets production goals and adapts to changing project demands.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Flextrades
Lexington, VA
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Fabricated steel components according to engineering specifications and blueprints for CASE AND CATERPILLAR
- Operated welding equipment to join metal parts using various techniques and materials.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards and codes.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
- Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
Welder
SpaceX
Brownsville, TX
12.2021 - 12.2024
- GTAW/GMAW/SMAW class A welds; cut, trim, fit and fabricate metal components to dimensions for building and assembling
- Modify repair, assemble, and install launch vehicles
- Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
- Make a continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly
- Maintained organized work area, ensuring compliance with cleanliness and safety standards.
Welder
Industrial Air Flow Dynamics
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Welded in power plants across the nation Stick, Flux, Mig
- Worked on expansion joints and penetration seals
- 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.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Cleaned work areas and organized materials for efficient workflow management.
Welder
Amfels
Brownsville, TX
07.2015 - 12.2020
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment, ensuring precision in joint formation.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and productivity on projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute accurate welds.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Certificate - Welding
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
06-2014
High School Diploma -
Eaton Rapids High School
Eaton Rapids, MI06-2007
Skills
- MIG Welding
- TIG Welding
- Flux Core Welding
- Stick Welding
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Quality Inspection
- Project Collaboration
- Metal Fabrication
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
Certification
OSHA 10
AWS SMAW 3G 4G
AWS GMAW 3G 4G
AWS GTAW 3G 4G
AWS SMAW 3G 4G
SMAW 6G SCH 120
Timeline
Welder
Flextrades
01.2025 - 12.2025
Welder
SpaceX
12.2021 - 12.2024
Welder
Industrial Air Flow Dynamics
01.2021 - 11.2022
Welder
Amfels
07.2015 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Certificate - Welding
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Eaton Rapids High School