DAVID CAMARGO
Indio,CA
Summary
Talented Fabrication Welder skilled in reading and applying technical drawings and consistently delivered high quality all processes of welding products. Excellent attention to detail reduced waste and resulted in increased efficiency. Operated machinery, including to fabricate items and comply with government guidelines.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Self-employeed
INDIO, CA
05.2016 - Current
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Performed TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components with a focus on accuracy and precision.
- Monitored welding processes to ensure quality standards were met.
- Used specialized machinery like CNC cutters and plasma cutters for pre-weld preparation of parts.
- Performed post-welding treatments such as grinding and polishing of welded parts.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating welding machinery.
- Repaired defective welds or performed rework when necessary.
- Cleaned parts to be welded using power tools and chemical solvents.
- Set up proper welding parameters such as amperage, voltage, gas flow rate.
- Inspected finished products for defects or inconsistencies in the welds.
- Maintained and organized all welding equipment including torches, wire feeders.
- Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
- Performed Stick welding on structural steel components in accordance with prescribed methods and standards.
- Utilized appropriate safety equipment, such as face shield, gloves, and apron while performing welding duties.
- Maintained cleanliness of the work area by removing excess weld material and grinding off rough edges.
Education
AWS/ASME/NCCER Certified - Vocational Welding Course
Greystone Testing Laborities
10-2007
Accredited Approximately 2,600 Hours
Western Association of Schools And Colleges (WASC)
09-2007
Skills
AWS INSPECTION EXPERIENCE
Visual Inspection of Welds
Guided Bend Testing
Tensile Testing
Study of Metallurgy
Welding Experience:
17 Years Arc Welding using SMAW, GMAW, FCAW,GTAW
OAW, OAC, CAC-A and Plasma Arc Cutting
Design and Fabrication of shop projects
Blueprint Reading and Welding Symbol
Set Up and Repair of Machinery
Welding Certifications:
SMAW 3G/4G AWS D11 PLATE
FCAW-S 3G/4G AWS D11 PLATE NR 232
FCAW-G 3G AWS D11 PLATE NR211
GMAW 3G/4G AWS D11 PLATE (C/S) / AWS D12 ALUMINUM PLATE
GTAW 3G/4G AWS D13 SHEET STEEL (C/S) (S/S)
GTAW 6G ASME 1X6" PIPE 40/80 SCH (TIG IN/STICK OUT)
TIG/SMAW 6G ASME 1X6" PIPE 40/80 SCH (TIG IN/ STICK OUT)
SMAW 6G ASME 1X6" PIPE 40/80SCH (E6010 IN/ E7018 OUT)
NCCER CORE CURRICULA, WELDING LEVEL 1 - NATIONAL REGISTRY IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER NATIOAL CENTER FOR CONSTRUCTION EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
Special Skill:
Foreman skills, able to trouble shoot and come up with solutions, Inventory
Certified AWS/ASME/NCCER Welder Shop equipment (hydraulic and electric tools)
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Self-employeed
05.2016 - Current
AWS/ASME/NCCER Certified - Vocational Welding Course
Greystone Testing Laborities
Accredited Approximately 2,600 Hours
Western Association of Schools And Colleges (WASC)