Cristian Valencia
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dedicated structural steel welder skilled in welding safety procedures, structural steel fabrication, and quality assurance. Proven ability to lead safety briefings and enhance team collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Steel Welder
Mccarthy
Phoenix, AZ
03.2024 - Current
- Fabricated structural steel components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Executed welding techniques including MIG and TIG for diverse projects.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with project teams to streamline workflow and enhance efficiency.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication of steel components.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding equipment to maintain optimal performance and safety standards.
- Led safety briefings, promoting adherence to regulations and maintaining a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Strengthened industry knowledge by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities related to structural steel welding.
- Ensured durable welds by thoroughly inspecting completed work for defects or inconsistencies, correcting any issues as necessary.
Ironworker Foreman
Park N Shade
Phoenix, AZ
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Supervised daily ironwork activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated project schedules, optimizing workflow and resource allocation among crew members.
- Trained and mentored junior ironworkers on techniques, equipment usage, and safety measures.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to identify hazards and implement corrective actions promptly.
- Collaborated with project managers to address design changes, facilitating timely execution of modifications.
- Developed risk assessments for projects, enhancing overall site safety and compliance with regulations.
- Examined architectural drawings and building blueprints to determine reinforcement requirements.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
Ironworker
Static Steel
Prescott, AZ
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to execute structural installations accurately.
- Operated heavy machinery, including cranes and forklifts, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency on construction sites.
- Trained new ironworkers on safety protocols and best practices in steel fabrication.
- Coordinated material deliveries, optimizing resource allocation for project timelines.
- Inspected completed work for structural integrity and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Ensured structural integrity by properly installing and aligning steel components according to specifications.
Equipment Maintenance Technician
Sunstate Equipment Company
Gilbert, AZ
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted routine inspections and diagnostics on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks, reducing equipment downtime and enhancing reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues, improving repair turnaround times.
- Trained junior technicians on maintenance protocols and safety standards, fostering a culture of safety and excellence.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined maintenance workflows, increasing overall efficiency within the team.
- Analyzed equipment failures to identify root causes, leading to more effective maintenance strategies and techniques.
- Completed preventive maintenance routines, documentation and procedures.
- Performed basic preventive maintenance and repairs on production equipment such as motors, conveyors, mechanical components or electrical wiring and electrical components for production equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to established safety procedures and guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pueblo High School
Tucson, AZ05-2021
Skills
- Teamwork and communication
- Welding safety procedures
- Layout and fitting
- Electrical safety
- Plasma cutting
- Structural steel fabrication
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Power tools proficiency
- Fire prevention
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Structural Steel Welder
Mccarthy
03.2024 - Current
Ironworker Foreman
Park N Shade
03.2023 - 03.2025
Ironworker
Static Steel
11.2021 - 03.2023
Equipment Maintenance Technician
Sunstate Equipment Company
10.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Pueblo High School