Eric Vidrio

Welder's Apprentice\Fabricator\ Laborer

El Dorado Ironworks

08.2017 - Current

Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.