Cipriano Castillo
Taft,TX
Summary
Experienced in structural fabrication and welding, with a strong focus on safety compliance and quality control. Demonstrated ability to monitor work areas for hazards while executing projects, ensuring adherence to safety regulations throughout the fabrication process. Proficient in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, and submerged arc welding, contributing to the successful installation of structural steel elements and maintenance of mechanical systems. Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and implemented preventive measures to uphold equipment performance and safety standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
A Class Structural Welder
Bechtel Construction Company
Portland, Texas
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Monitored work area for potential hazards while working on projects.
- Fabricated materials by cutting, burning, grinding, forming and fitting components together according to written instructions or engineering drawings.
- Assisted with the installation of structural steel elements such as beams, columns, staircases and catwalks.
- Conducted tests on welds to measure strength and quality of joints.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG and TIG welding.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the welding process.
- Performed welding operations on structural steel components in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
Maintenance Technician/A Class Structural Welder
ArcelorMittal
Portland, Texas
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using welding techniques such as oxyacetylene torch cutting, plasma arc cutting, shielded metal arc welding, gas tungsten arc welding, flux core arc welding, and submerged arc welding.
- Performed maintenance activities such as cleaning tools and equipment after each use.
- Developed and maintained a safe working environment for all personnel involved in the welding process.
- Monitored work area for potential hazards while working on projects.
- Assisted with the installation of structural steel elements such as beams, columns, staircases and catwalks.
- Fabricated materials by cutting, burning, grinding, forming and fitting components together according to written instructions or engineering drawings.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during the entire fabrication process.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning, and welding processes.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag, or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry, and welding techniques.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum, and steel.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Removed and replaced existing grating and structural steel with appropriate materials.
A Class Structural Welder
JL specialties
Ingleside, Texas
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Monitored work area for potential hazards while working on projects.
- Fabricated materials by cutting, burning, grinding, forming and fitting components together according to written instructions or engineering drawings.
- Assisted with the installation of structural steel elements such as beams, columns, staircases and catwalks.
- Performed welding operations on structural steel components in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
Education
N/A - N/A
Taft Highschool
Taft TexasSkills
- MIG welding
- Structural fabrication
- Safety compliance
- Vertical welding
- Welding safety procedures
- Horizontal welding
- Joint preparation
- Non-destructive testing
- Gas metal arc welding
- Welding symbols
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Overhead welding
- Submerged arc welding
- Welding equipment maintenance
- Flat position welding
- Pipe welding
- Teamwork and communication
- Flux core arc welding
- Cutting torch operation
- Quality controls
- Welder qualification test
- Welding codes
- Fabrication
- Shaping and cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Confined space welding
- Post-weld heat treatment
- Welding consumables
- Fire prevention
- Preheating procedures
- Beam welding
- Flux core welding
- Weld defects identification
- Welding safety
- Plate welding
- Welding procedure specifications
- Welding positions
- Stainless steel welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Hot work permits
- Visual inspection
- Grinding techniques
- Air carbon arc gouging
- Welding standards
- Finishing work
- Cutting techniques
Social Security Number
456591939
Certification
05/15/23
Submission Dates - Form Submission Date
09/25/23
Qualification Information - Foreign Earned Income Exclusion
True, False, False, True, True, True
Timeline
A Class Structural Welder
Bechtel Construction Company
04.2025 - 06.2025
Maintenance Technician/A Class Structural Welder
ArcelorMittal
07.2024 - 04.2025
A Class Structural Welder
JL specialties
06.2019 - 04.2021
N/A - N/A
Taft Highschool