David Ruiz
Odessa,Texas
Summary
Hardworking individual with experience in metal fabrication and production welding. Skilled in structural welding with MIG and SMAW and cutting a variety of metals and alloys. Possesses strong knowledge of safety protocols, blueprints, and industry standards.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
WELDER
Odessa, Texas
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Welded components in flat positions.
- Fabricated parts and components to exact tolerances.
- Operated manual, semi-automatic, and automated welding equipment.
- Operate CNC Plasma table
- Operate brake and shear
- Assemble compressor skids
Iron Tech
SPM
Odessa, Permian, TEXAS
04.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with construction foreman to establish and confirm task sequences and reinforcing requirements.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Determined safety risks associated with projects and implemented precautions to address risks.
- Pressure test valves and various other fracking equipment
- Inventory and inspect iron during production
- Assemble fracking skids to specifications
Field Iron Technician / Lead
Nextier
Midland, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
- Conducted detailed diagnostics to identify issues, leading to decrease in system downtimes.
- Enhanced team productivity with thorough training on new technologies and procedures.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Odessa, Permian, TEXAS05.2018
Skills
- Welding And Fabrication Mechanical Experience Brake Press Operation Structural Welding
- Plasma Cutter Acetylene Torches Brakes And Shears Operation Safe Work Practices
- Valve inspection and repair
- Job Planning
- Rigging Preparation
- Safety Measures
- Specifications Interpretation
- Equipment Assembly
- Testing and repair
- Safety compliance
- System maintenance
- Game strategy implementation
Timeline
Field Iron Technician / Lead
Nextier
12.2023 - Current
Iron Tech
SPM
04.2023 - Current
WELDER
10.2021 - 03.2023