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Hector Gonzalez

Franklinville,NY

Summary

Skilled in marine engineering and adept at leading teams, my tenure at Marine Hydraulics International honed my expertise in structural fabrication and welding, alongside enhancing safety procedures. Recognized for exceptional service, I excel in leveraging welding techniques and collaborative skills to exceed employer expectations, achieving significant project milestones with precision and efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Facilities Maintenance 1st Class

Marine Hydraulics International
Norfolk , VA
10.2020 - 12.2024
  • Installed deck machinery such as winches, windlasses and mooring equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts such as valves, pumps and other equipment components.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
  • Repaired sheet metal deficiencies in ducts, drainpipes and control boxes to improve components' structural integrity.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Performed quality checks on equipment and materials, removed damaged or faulty metals and tools and transported waste to appropriate receptacles.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
  • Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
  • Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
  • Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.

Assistant Shop Manager

Delphinus Engineering
Norfolk , VA
11.2018 - 12.2024
  • Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
  • Created and maintained detailed records of all fabrication activities.
  • Collaborated with suppliers to secure cost effective raw materials for production.
  • Maintained inventory levels of raw materials, tools, and finished products.
  • Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine best methods for fabricating parts.
  • Learned how to respond to emergency situations to prevent personal injuries and property damage.
  • Conducted regular inspections of completed projects before they are shipped out.
  • Trained new employees on proper use of machinery and safety procedures.
  • Organized workflow within the fabrication department to meet client demands.
  • Supervised team of six skilled TIG and MIG welders, helping fabricate weldments to dimensional tolerances.

1st Class Shipfitter

Marine Hydraulics International
Norfolk , VA
10.2011 - 12.2024
  • Operated fabricating machines to bend and assemble metal components.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with specifications and standards.
  • Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine layout of structural metalwork.
  • Cut plates and sections of metal according to templates using hand tools or power saws.
  • Performed shipboard repairs, alterations and modifications to steel structures on ships.
  • Patched holes in hulls resulting from collisions with objects such as rocks or piers.
  • Repaired sheet metal deficiencies in ducts, drainpipes and control boxes to improve components' structural integrity.
  • Prepared surfaces for welding by grinding or chipping away rust or other debris.
  • Followed Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations to promote safe work environment.
  • Cleaned surface areas prior to welding works being carried out on them.
  • Repaired machinery casings, hulls, decks and superstructures using hand tools.
  • Welded parts together using electric arc welders or gas flame torches.
  • Fabricated, assembled and installed new components such as bulkheads, decks, hatches, ladders and stairs.
  • Repaired cracks in hulls caused by corrosion or impact damage.
  • Inspected completed fabrication projects to verify adherence to blueprint and procedural specifications.
  • Fabricated components for installation by cutting, bending and welding metal parts using equipment.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Dismantled damaged components from ships for repair or replacement purposes.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edinburg High School
Texas
04-1999

Skills

  • Firefighting training
  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Metal forming
  • Marine engineering
  • Fall protection training
  • Ship construction
  • First aid training
  • Safety procedures
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Welding techniques
  • Welding certification
  • Plasma cutting
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Hydraulic press operation
  • Pipe fitting
  • Structural fabrication
  • Layout planning
  • Visual inspection
  • Precision measurement
  • Ventilation system installation
  • Overhead crane operation

Certification

  • Forklift certification
  • Osha 10
  • Osha30
  • Blueprint certificate
  • Security Clearance
  • Sub/Safe certificate

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Facilities Maintenance 1st Class

Marine Hydraulics International
10.2020 - 12.2024

Assistant Shop Manager

Delphinus Engineering
11.2018 - 12.2024

1st Class Shipfitter

Marine Hydraulics International
10.2011 - 12.2024

High School Diploma -

Edinburg High School

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