Gavin Leal
Marrero,United States
Summary
Adept at enhancing worksite safety and efficiency, I leveraged my attention to detail and robust communication skills at Wego Aluminum & Steel Fabricators to train apprentices and streamline production processes. Achieved significant improvements in project completion times by prioritizing tasks and maintaining rigorous housekeeping standards. Skilled electrician's helper with a strong work ethic and dedication to learning. Experienced in assisting with electrical installations, maintenance, and print reading. Detail-oriented and safety-conscious, with a collaborative mindset and a willingness to contribute to team success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Fitter Helper
Wego Aluminum & Steel Fabricators
Westwego, Louisiana
04.2024 - Current
- Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Field Leader
Pelican Grounds
Marrero, LA
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored employee productivity levels and provided feedback when needed.
- Provided assistance in troubleshooting issues related to malfunctioning components.
- Identified faulty wiring connections and replaced them with new ones.
- Organized and cleaned work area and tools.
- Used hand tools such as screwdrivers and pliers to install wiring or conduit.
- Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
- Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
- Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
- Assisted electricians in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and components.
Electrician Helper
Hi Tech Electric
Saint Rose, LA
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to understand the scope of work required.
- Followed safety procedures while working around high voltage electricity sources.
- Installed outlets, switches, and circuit breakers according to code specifications.
- Used tools to safely measure, cut and bend wire.
- Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
- Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
- Pulled wires through conduits or other passageways using a wire puller tool.
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
Education
High School Diploma -
JCFA
Harvey, LA06-2022
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Health and safety
- Worksite organization
- Housekeeping
- Communication Skills
- Prioritizing
Timeline
Welder/Fitter Helper
Wego Aluminum & Steel Fabricators
04.2024 - Current
Field Leader
Pelican Grounds
03.2023 - 04.2024
Electrician Helper
Hi Tech Electric
02.2022 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
JCFA
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