Hector Rodríguez
Edgerton
Summary
Talented Pipe Welder experienced in welding in all positions. Sets up jobs accurately based on skilled reading of work orders and expert knowledge of materials and techniques. Offers strong safety record and history of completing quality work. Comprehensive experience in various welding techniques such as SMAW, FCAW, GTAW, and GMAW. Demonstrated abilities in interpreting blueprints, maintaining welding machinery and ensuring adherence to safety procedures. Skilled at working efficiently in team environments and completing projects within deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Notable contributions include successful completion of large-scale welding projects, showcasing problem-solving skills and technical proficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pipe Welder
TQ construction
Dayton
10.2024 - Current
- Measured angles accurately with protractors during fitting operations.
- Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Determined optimal positioning of components prior to commencement of welding operations.
- Fabricated pipes, fittings, valves, and related equipment in accordance with specifications.
- Ensured that all processes met industry codes and standards as well as customer requirements.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
Pipe welder Contractor
Watco, Leonard welding service
Jacksonville
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position .
- Maintained knowledge of the latest developments in the field of welding technology through research and training courses.
Pipe welder
Tesecon
Mobile
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Verified that all necessary joints were properly fitted before welding process began.
- Installed piping systems for gas delivery lines utilizing appropriate techniques for safe installation.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces of metal components prior to welding.
- Fabricated pipes, fittings, valves, and related equipment in accordance with specifications.
- Monitored temperature levels at each stage during the entire welding process.
- Determined optimal positioning of components prior to commencement of welding operations.
Pipe Welder
Ingalls Shipbuilding
Pascagoula
06.2016 - 05.2022
- Monitored temperature levels at each stage during the entire welding process.
- Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings.
- Determined optimal positioning of components prior to commencement of welding operations.
- Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches .
- Assisted other team members with troubleshooting any problems encountered during production runs.
- Fabricated pipes, fittings, valves, and related equipment in accordance with specifications.
- Repaired or replaced broken or worn parts using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used during the job.
- Inspected finished welds for accuracy and quality assurance standards.
- Provided guidance to junior welders regarding best practices when performing tasks.
- Verified that all necessary joints were properly fitted before welding process began.
- Ensured that all processes met industry codes and standards as well as customer requirements.
- Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position .
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
Plumber Pipefitter
Aldea’s plumbing
Aguas buenas
01.2010 - 12.2015
- Performed maintenance on plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, bathtubs and showers, disposals, dishwashers.
- Determined the location of existing underground utilities prior to excavation work.
- Fabricated and assembled pipe sections for steam and hot-water heating systems.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as washers, gaskets, and seals in plumbing system components.
- Read blueprints to determine layout of plumbing systems; identify required materials; measure distances between cutting points; calculate angles for connections.
- Tested pipe systems for proper functioning after installation or repair.
- Observed safety precautions while working with hazardous chemicals.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
US Army
Pascagoula
12.1999 - 12.2009
- Worked closely with other technicians to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Trained personnel on the safe operation of heavy machinery.
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding machine performance or malfunctions.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized or manual testing equipment.
- Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery.
- Operated various types of construction equipment in order to determine necessary repairs or modifications needed.
- Welded broken parts and structural members as required.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
- Tested repaired machines for proper operation before returning them to service.
- Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
- Read and interpreted technical details such as schematics, manuals and drawings.
Education
Cwi - Pipe Welder
Texas Central College
Killeen, TX 02.2016 - 06.2016
BBA - Information And Computer Systems
Universidad Sel Turabo
Gurabo , PR 01.2010 - 06.2013
Skills
- Job site management
- Arc welding
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Metal fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality inspection
- Parts ordering
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Welding symbols interpretation
- Heat treatment
- Welding positions
- Pipe alignment
- Carbon arc gouging
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Quality assurance
- Fitting attachment
- Plasma cutting
- Teamwork and communication
- Pipe beveling
- Gas metal arc welding
- Joint preparation
- Piping fabrication
- Oxy-fuel cutting
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Pipe Welder
TQ construction
10.2024 - Current
Pipe welder Contractor
Watco, Leonard welding service
10.2022 - 09.2023
Pipe welder
Tesecon
05.2022 - 10.2022
Pipe Welder
Ingalls Shipbuilding
06.2016 - 05.2022
Cwi - Pipe Welder
Texas Central College
02.2016 - 06.2016
Plumber Pipefitter
Aldea’s plumbing
01.2010 - 12.2015
BBA - Information And Computer Systems
Universidad Sel Turabo
01.2010 - 06.2013
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
US Army
12.1999 - 12.2009