Gael Gutierrez
Cleveland
Summary
Highly motivated employe with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Specialized in GMAW, FCAW and TIG on both structural and mainly pipe, ensuring strong and precise welds. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management to meet project deadlines with quality results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Kennedy Fabrication
Splendora
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Weld structural skids with FCAW on carbon steel.
- Welded carbon steel pipe using FCAW
- Required ut testing or x-ray on production
- Welded carbon steel structure using GTAW
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
Welder
Piping technology and products
Houston
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Set up welding machines based on the job
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates
- Followed safety guidelines through proper lockout and tagout procedures
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction
- Welded pipe with GMAW and FCAW
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas
Fabrication Welder
Compass
Houston
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG or FCAW, and other welding processes as required
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment to ensure safety and productivity.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Education
Certified Welder - Welding Structure And Pipe
Arclabs Welding School
Houston, TX02.2024
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA10.2021
Skills
- GMAW
- FCAW
- GTAW
- Oxyfuel cutting
- Plasma cutting
- 2G,5G, 6G certified
- Carbon steel pipe welding combo using GMAW/FCAW
- Stainless steel welding using GTAW
- Structural welding on carbon and stainless steel with FCAW
- 5 years experience
Timeline
Welder
Kennedy Fabrication
01.2023 - 12.2023
Welder
Piping technology and products
01.2022 - 12.2022
Fabrication Welder
Compass
01.2020 - 08.2020
Certified Welder - Welding Structure And Pipe
Arclabs Welding School
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School