Elvin Galo
Port Arthur,TX
Summary
Experienced in operating with speed, efficiency and accuracy to complete each welding assignment. Proficient in understanding orders, performing basic math and working well with team members through good communication and strong collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Welder
Turner Industries
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
- Scraped off excess spatter and other materials using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Applied knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques to determine optimal welding strategies.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum and steel.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Inspected and repaired components to implement corrective action.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
Structural Welder
McDermott
12.2016 - 07.2020
- Prevented distortion of parts by monitoring fitting, burning and welding processes.
- Scraped off excess spatter and other materials using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Applied knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques to determine optimal welding strategies.
- Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all welding projects on-time.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum and steel.
- Safely ignited torches while closely monitoring surroundings to effectively complete projects.
- Sustained safety protocols and promoted proper, cost-effective and accurate handling of equipment and materials.
- Examined equipment for defects and compared findings to blueprints, deciding on courses of best action for safety and cost.
- Studied equipment and tools to determine project specifications based on metallurgy, and welding techniques.
- Quoted projects to clients with accuracy, taking into account materials needed, available supplies and necessary tools.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Combined welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.
- Contour and bevel metal and structural shapes to accurate dimensions.
- Inspected grooves, angles and gap allowances with micrometer, caliper and precision measuring instruments.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Welded materials , continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Inspected and repaired components to implement corrective action.
- Developed plans for each project from start to finish, cutting time and providing exceptional services.
- Created safety guards, angle iron and square tubing.
- Elevated operational efficiencies with timely changing
Education
Escuela Superior Del Cafe
High School Diploma -
Hempstead High School
Hempstead, NY06.2015
No Degree - Vocational Technical Training
Abc Training Center
Nederland Texas05.2015
Skills
- Shaping and cutting
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Grinding work
- Fabrication
- Clamping understanding
- Brazing expertise
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Stick Welding
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Multitasking
- PPE use
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Structural Welder
Turner Industries
10.2022 - 02.2024
Structural Welder
McDermott
12.2016 - 07.2020
Escuela Superior Del Cafe
High School Diploma -
Hempstead High School
No Degree - Vocational Technical Training
Abc Training Center
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