Eloy Meraz
LAS VEGAS
Summary
Skilled carpenter and welder with a strong focus on quality and efficiency. Demonstrated success in executing complex projects on time and within budget while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Carpenter/Framer/Drywall Finisher
Carpenters Union Local 1977
Las Vegas, NV
09.2020 - Current
- Constructed frameworks, walls, and roofs using various materials and tools.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise measurements.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment on job sites.
- Conducted detailed measurements and calculations for accurate material estimation, minimizing waste during construction.
- Increased client satisfaction with high-quality craftsmanship in residential and commercial construction projects.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Completed projects on time and within budget through meticulous planning and efficient task execution.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Maintained a clean work environment by organizing materials and removing debris at the end of each day.
- Expedited project timelines through diligent work habits and strong attention to detail in all aspects of framing tasks.
- Hung variety of frames with precision and accuracy.
- Reduced material waste and saved costs by optimizing resource allocation and recycling unused materials.
Combo Welder
Detention Equipment Specialties
Las Vegas, NV
01.2025 - 04.2026
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to meet project specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded joints for structural integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot fabrication issues efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for the team by maintaining clean, organized workspaces and ensuring proper equipment maintenance.
- Secured parts in position by bolting , clamping and tack-welding pieces.
- Assisted in completing large-scale projects on time by effectively collaborating with other trades professionals such as electricians, pipefitters, and millwrights.
- Enhanced project completion rates with expert knowledge of various metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, and their corresponding welding techniques.
- Transported loads as heavy as 1500 pounds using overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Delivered consistent quality results under challenging conditions such as working at heights or in confined spaces, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Selected, set up, and staged equipment to complete jobs according to project specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunrise Mountain
North Las Vegas, NV08-2020
Skills
- Window and door installation
- Power tool operation
- Special projects
- Carpentry
- Blueprints and specifications
- Materials ordering
- Time management expertise
- Repair work
- Commercial projects
- Wall and ceiling framing
- Residential projects
- Hand and power tools
- Heavy lifting
- Material prepping
- Accurate measuring
- Stairs and railings
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Heavy equipment operation
- Critical thinking
- Layout planning
Timeline
Combo Welder
Detention Equipment Specialties
01.2025 - 04.2026
Journeyman Carpenter/Framer/Drywall Finisher
Carpenters Union Local 1977
09.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sunrise Mountain