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Fernando Munoz

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Accomplished Welding Technician at SpaceX, skilled in weld inspection and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency and ensure safety compliance. Adept at training new welders and implementing advanced welding techniques, consistently delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. 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. Seasoned Welder with several years of hands-on experience setting up and operation welding equipment to assemble metal structures. Diligent individual focused on maintaining high productivity and safety targets. Dexterous team player comfortable working with little to no supervision. Adept at using diverse techniques such as MIG, TIG, and Flux Core based on specific job requirements. Talented welder known for high quality work.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Welding Technician

SpaceX
Brownsville, TX
01.2025 - 11.2025
  • Operated welding equipment to join metal components efficiently.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Inspected welded joints for quality and adherence to standards.
  • Interpreted blueprints to understand specifications and requirements.
  • Two years welding fig, all freehand.
  • Build rockets.
  • Operated welding equipment to join metal components for spacecraft assembly.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment during welding tasks.
  • Assisted in preparing materials and workstations for welding operations.
  • Conducted routine inspections of welds to ensure quality and integrity of work.

TIG Welder

Performance Contractors
Deer Park, TX
12.2016 - 10.2018
  • Fabricated metal components using TIG welding techniques for various projects.
  • Maintained welding equipment and ensured proper functionality before use.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects within deadlines and specifications.
  • Implemented safety procedures to maintain a secure work environment at all times.
  • Assisted in training new welders on equipment and best practices for welding techniques.
  • Troubleshot welding issues to minimize downtime and improve workflow efficiency.
  • Performed TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components with a focus on accuracy and precision.
  • Cut, trimmed and fabricated metal components to exact dimensions for building and assembling.
  • Set up proper welding parameters such as amperage, voltage, gas flow rate.
  • Set up jigs and fixtures for efficient production runs.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.

Structural Welder

Bechtel
Port Arthur, TX
02.2013 - 11.2016
  • Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques.
  • Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet project timelines efficiently.
  • Operated welding equipment and tools in a safe manner.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on welding machines to ensure optimal performance.
  • Welded joints in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required by the task at hand.
  • Operated cutting torches to cut metal pieces prior to welding them together.
  • Cleaned surfaces of metals prior to welding them together using wire brushes or grinders.
  • Obtained desired configurations by clamping and tack-welding components.
  • Removed loose materials and thick scale, slag, or rust to prepare material surfaces for welding.
  • Kept complete set of tools and gear for use on each job, including hammers, stinger and socket set.

Education

High School Diploma -

Porter High School
Bronwsville
05-1987

Skills

  • Weld inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Welding techniques
  • Training new welders
  • Material preparation
  • Fabrication skills
  • Cutting techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Welding parameters
  • Production efficiency
  • Gas tungsten arc welding
  • Oxy-fuel welding
  • Laser beam welding
  • Cutting Machinery Usage
  • Multitasking capacity
  • OSHA guidelines

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Welding Technician

SpaceX
01.2025 - 11.2025

TIG Welder

Performance Contractors
12.2016 - 10.2018

Structural Welder

Bechtel
02.2013 - 11.2016

High School Diploma -

Porter High School

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