Ethan Starosta
Burleson
Summary
Experienced Pipe Welder/Fitter specializing in SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW. Expert in blueprint interpretation, welding machinery maintenance, and safety compliance. Proven ability to collaborate in team settings and deliver high-quality projects on time. Noteworthy achievements include completing large-scale welding projects that highlight strong problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Pipe welder and fitter
Brazos manufacturing
Rio Vista
05.2026 - Current
- Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position.
- Executed precise welding of components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions to ensure structural integrity.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components securely.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position .
- Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches .
- Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches.
Single Hand
C2 industrial
Joshua
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Operated machinery to assist in production processes at C2 Industrial.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow on the assembly line.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine pipe layout and specifications.
- Install supports for pipes to keep them in place during installation process.
- Performed hydrostatic pressure testing of boilers and pressure vessels.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Fabricated and assembled piping systems according to specifications.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position .
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces of metal components prior to welding.
- Verified that all necessary joints were properly fitted before welding process began.
- Fabricated pipes, fittings, valves, and related equipment in accordance with specifications.
- Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches .
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Operated heavy machinery to complete daily tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
Education
Rio Vista High School
Rio Vista, TexasSkills
- Welding structural and pipe
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe fabrication
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment operating
Timeline
Pipe welder and fitter
Brazos manufacturing
05.2026 - Current
Single Hand
C2 industrial
10.2025 - 05.2026
Rio Vista High School