Jesse Garza
Odessa,TX
Summary
Driven welder with experience welding. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies, and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety. To seek and maintain a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Welder
MD Cowan
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.
- Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.
- Participated in continuous professional development training sessions to stay current on industry trends and best practices in the field of welding.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Managed inventory levels of consumable supplies efficiently ensuring timely replenishment while reducing excess stock.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements within the company''s fabrication operations.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
Welder/Fabricator
ALG Truck And Trailer Repair
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Ability to use variety of tools and equipment
- Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read blueprints and recognize welding symbols and specifications
- Knowledge of industry safety practices
- Knowledge of specific welding processes, such as MIG, ARC, stainless, and structural aluminum
- Ability to use heavy machinery, such as forklifts
- Fabricate, repair bob tails, cargo tanks weld stainless and aluminum
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
Supervisor/Welder
Aztec Metal And Fabrication
01.2010 - 11.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Contract Welder
FAB TECH - Odessa, TX
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.
- Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.
- Participated in continuous professional development training sessions to stay current on industry trends and best practices in the field of welding.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Developed welding processes to improve coherence, accuracy and precision of welds.
- Managed inventory levels of consumable supplies efficiently ensuring timely replenishment while reducing excess stock.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for process improvements within the company''s fabrication operations.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
Single Hand Welder
MD Cowan
10.2005 - 06.2007
- Effectively utilized various welding tools such as grinders, cutting torches, and beveling machines to prepare materials for precision assembly.
- Contributed to cost savings through responsible use of materials, minimizing waste during the welding process.
- Completed specialized training in various welding methods, resulting in increased versatility and productivity.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through active participation in process reviews and optimization efforts.
- Reduced project lead times by optimizing welding processes and improving work efficiency.
- Improved overall project quality with thorough post-weld inspections and timely reporting of any defects or discrepancies found during inspection processes.
- Maintained clean work environment by following established cleanliness protocols, reducing workplace hazards.
- Ability to use variety of tools and equipment
- Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude
- Ability to read blueprints and recognize welding symbols and specifications
- Knowledge of industry safety practices
- Knowledge of specific welding processes, such as MIG, ARC, stainless, and structural aluminum
- Ability to use heavy machinery, such as forklifts
Education
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
Odessa, TX05.1991
Skills
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Blueprint Reading
- Stick Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and Fitting
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding
- Vertical Welding
- Structural welding
- Steel Fabrication
- Flat Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Equipment Operation
- Horizontal Welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Cutting techniques
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts Fabrication
- Welding Position Proficiency
- Joint Preparation
- Welding Symbols
- Surface Preparation
- Precision measuring
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Hand-Forming Workpieces
- Materials Selection
- Material Selection
- First Aid Training
- Project Management
- Plasma Arc Welding
- Manual Dexterity
- Heat treatment
- Rigging Techniques
- Supply Management
- Fire prevention
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Specification Interpretation
- Scaffolding Safety
- Valve repairs
- Distortion Control
- MIG welding
- Attention to Detail
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Power Tools
- Welding Techniques
- Power Tools Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Power Tool Operation
- Arc welding
- Surface grinding
- Decision-Making
- Blueprints Analysis
- Parts Assembly
- Overhead Welding Position
- Aluminum Metal Welding
- Quality Control
- Flat Welding Position
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- Portable Grinders
- Parts Cleaning and Degreasing
- Quality Inspection
- Safety Monitoring
- Gas Metal Arc Equipment
- Measurements and Calculations
- Mathematical Calculations
- Combination Metal Welding
- Component Fabrication
- Surface Material Preparation
- Welding Chart Specifications Compliance
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Soldering
- Metal Shaping Machines
- Defective Material Identification
- Edge Joining
- Micrometers and Calipers
- Cast Iron Metal Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Equipment
- Template Measurements
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Contract Welder
MD Cowan
05.2022 - 01.2024
Welder/Fabricator
ALG Truck And Trailer Repair
11.2021 - 04.2022
Supervisor/Welder
Aztec Metal And Fabrication
01.2010 - 11.2021
Contract Welder
FAB TECH - Odessa, TX
01.2007 - 12.2009
Single Hand Welder
MD Cowan
10.2005 - 06.2007
High School Diploma -
Odessa High School
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