Esteban Bernier
Gainesville
Summary
Dedicated welding professional with extensive experience in welding, metal cutting, and soldering, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and quality standards. Proven ability to read, interpret, and execute complex instructions effectively, contributing to team success in dynamic environments. Highly organized and proactive, with expertise in Stick and MIG welding techniques, complemented by strong customer service skills that enhance client satisfaction and loyalty. Recognized for adaptability and a results-driven mindset, consistently focused on achieving organizational goals while fostering personal growth in entry-level opportunities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Customer Service Representative
Santa Fe College Campus
Gainesville, FL
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, enhancing satisfaction and retention.
- Managed multi-channel communication, ensuring consistent support across phone, email, and in-person interactions.
- Developed training materials for new hires, streamlining onboarding process and reducing ramp-up time.
- Collaborated with team members to identify service improvement opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous enhancement.
- Assisted in daily operations, ensuring gym cleanliness and equipment maintenance.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing member inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Supported fitness programs by preparing workout areas and assisting trainers as needed.
- Monitored gym facilities to ensure safety protocols were followed consistently.
- Trained new team members on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Boosted gym cleanliness by performing routine maintenance tasks, including sanitizing equipment and tidying up workout areas.
- Maintained accurate records of membership details, attendance figures, and financial transactions in accordance with gym policies and procedures.
Fabrication Welder/Structural Welder
Tradesmen International
Gainesville, FL
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Used jigs, fixtures and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Informed forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on fab stock requiring welding.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Improved project completion time by managing multiple tasks using forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Millwright/Structural Welder
Honeywell Intelligrated
Middletown, PA
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.
- Used correct techniques for particular metal types, including aluminum and steel.
- Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
- Studied blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Safely used metal shears, hacksaws, bar cutters and other tools to cut metal components for installation.
- Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
- Positioned steel units, aligned holes and inserted temporary bolts while checking alignments and joining steel parts.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams and girders according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
- Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.
Lifeguard
Miami Dade County Parks
Miami, FL
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
- Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
- Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
- Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
- Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.
- Delivered basic life support in emergency situations and administered CPR to stabilize individuals prior to ambulance arrival.
- Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Dade Senior High School
Homestead, FL05-2018
Associate of Arts - Construction Management
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL05-2026
Skills
- Mathematical Calculations
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- Attention to Detail
- MIG Welding
- Stick Welding
- Precision Measurement
- Parts Repair
- Mechanical Tool Usage
- Machinery Assembly
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
Certification
- CPR Certification
- Licensed RED CROSS
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
Santa Fe College Campus
01.2026 - 04.2026
Fabrication Welder/Structural Welder
Tradesmen International
01.2022 - 08.2022
Millwright/Structural Welder
Honeywell Intelligrated
02.2020 - 01.2022
Lifeguard
Miami Dade County Parks
05.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
South Dade Senior High School
Associate of Arts - Construction Management
Santa Fe College
Education and Training
other