Hugo Ruiz
Menifee,CA
Summary
Accomplished Welder with extensive experience at Henkels & McCoy, recognized for enhancing welding quality through meticulous attention to detail and innovative fabrication techniques. Proven ability to mentor junior welders and streamline workflows, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction. Proficient in MIG and TIG welding, with a strong commitment to safety and quality assurance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Henkels & Mccoy
07.2021 - Current
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Welder Foreman
Underground Construction Co
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Mentored junior welders, sharing valuable industry knowledge and fostering a skilled workforce.
- Developed custom welding solutions for unique client specifications, resulting in increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Troubleshot issues related to equipment or workflow inefficiencies, implementing effective solutions promptly.
- Managed a team of welders, ensuring timely project completion and high-quality workmanship.
- Conducted employee evaluations based on quality metrics derived from completed projects as well as adherence to company policies regarding timelines and safety procedures.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations.
Welder
JG Specialty Services
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing metal recycling practices in workshop.
- Increased operational lifespan of equipment with regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
Welder
Snelson Companies
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
- Developed customized welding techniques for unique materials, optimizing fabrication processes.
Welder
Barnard Construction Company
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions to prevent serious problems.
- Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Supported junior welders through mentorship, enhancing team capabilities with shared knowledge and experience.
- Increased efficiency in metal fabrication with precise welding techniques for complex assemblies.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
Welder
Underground Construction Co
08.2018 - 10.2018
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Streamlined work processes through effective communication with supervisors and team members about project requirements and progress updates.
- Collaborated on design of custom metalwork projects, meeting client specifications with innovative solutions.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
- Conducted rigorous post-weld inspections to guarantee structural integrity of each piece.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
Welder
Henkels & Mccoy
09.2014 - 03.2018
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Enhanced aesthetic appeal of final products with skilled finishing techniques for smooth and clean welds.
- Maintained high standard of quality control, ensuring all welds met or exceeded industry standards.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
Education
No Degree - Construction Management
Csu Fresno
Fresno, CA06-2001
North Monterey County High School
Castroville, CA06-1997
Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Arc welding
- Flat welding
- Equipment operation
- Gas metal arc welding
- Horizontal welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Cutting techniques
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts fabrication
- Welding position proficiency
- Crane operation
- Pipe fitting
- Joint preparation
- Welding symbols
- Surface preparation
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Precision measuring
- Materials selection
- First aid training
- Project management
- Heat treatment
- Rigging techniques
- Fire prevention
- Special alloys
- Non-destructive testing
- Metallurgy knowledge
- Specification interpretation
- Scaffolding safety
- Time management
- Safety equipment usage
- Health and safety
- Machine adjustment
- Tool operation
- Inspection protocols
- Hand-eye coordination
- Quality assurance
- OSHA compliance
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Soldering techniques
- Location layout
- Worksite organization
- Design interpretation
- Measurement tools
- Maintaining components
- AWS certified
- Welding inspection
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Reweld application
- Welding safety
- Product welding
- Welding machine setup
- Overhead welding
- Weld tacking
- MIG welding
- Hand and power tool operation
- Power tools operation
- Welding techniques
- Power tools
- Power tool operation
- Surface grinding
- Decision-making
Certification
PG&E
Kinder Morgan
One Oak
Socal Gas
SDG&E
Air Products
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Welder
Henkels & Mccoy
07.2021 - Current
Welder Foreman
Underground Construction Co
08.2019 - 07.2021
Welder
JG Specialty Services
07.2019 - 08.2019
Welder
Snelson Companies
02.2019 - 04.2019
Welder
Barnard Construction Company
10.2018 - 02.2019
Welder
Underground Construction Co
08.2018 - 10.2018
Welder
Henkels & Mccoy
09.2014 - 03.2018
No Degree - Construction Management
Csu Fresno
North Monterey County High School
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