Jhons Cruz
Westfield,USA
Summary
Experienced Welder Fabricator with 5 years of hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication, along with machine shop and mechanical work. Skilled in advanced welding, fabrication, and precision measurement techniques. Known for maintaining high accuracy and quality while meeting production goals. Capable of reading blueprints, setting up parts, and troubleshooting mechanical issues to keep projects running smoothly. Proficient in MIG, TIG, flux-core, and stick welding, with experience using drill presses, grinders, and other fabrication tools.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
welder
International container
holyoke, ME
08.2025 - 09.2025
- Executed welding operations to assemble metal components for shipping containers.
- Conducted inspections of welds, ensuring adherence to safety and quality regulations.
- Removed scrap metal from work areas to uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
- Utilized cutting torches and welding equipment for repairing damaged parts.
- Completed minor torch welding tasks with MIG welders as needed.
railcar mechanic
compass rail
westfield , MA
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Inspected rail cars for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Repaired and maintained braking systems on various rail car models.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on rail car components and systems.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts such as bearings, pistons, cylinders and seals.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts in accordance with safety regulations.
- Identified areas of concern related to rusting or corrosion on the exterior of the rail car.
- Tested air brakes using single car testers and reported concerns to supervisor for immediate attention.
- Examined car roofs for wear and damage and repaired defective sections using roofing materials, cement and waterproof paint.
- Used pneumatic hoists and jacks, pinch bars and cutting torches to remove locomotives and car mechanical units.
Welder Fabricator
ag miller
Westfield, MA
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components according to project specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate fabrication.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter for efficient metal cutting.
- Moved large components around shop floor using forklifts to maintain workflow.
- Welded metal pieces using MIG, TIG, and various other techniques as needed.
- Assembled parts with jigs, fixtures, and specialized tools for precision.
- Produced steel form parts through multiple cutting methods and welded assemblies.
- Operated CNC machines for precise manufacturing of components per specifications.
- Experienced in welding thin metals
Education
Welding Technology - Welding and Cutting Fundamentals, Basic Arc Welding Procedures, SMAW - Plate Welding, SMAW - Pipe Welding, GMAW/FCAW (MIG) Plate Welding, GMAW/FCAW (MIG) Pipe Welding, GTAW (TIG) Welding Procedures, SMAW - Pipe Welding, GMAW/GTAW - Fabrication
Lincoln Technical Institute
East Windsor, CT06.2022
High School -
Westfield High School
Westfield, MA06.2021
Skills
- Bilingual
- Welding techniques
- CNC operation
- Sheet metal work
- Plasma cutting
- Measurement tools
- Metal fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Safety compliance
- Adaptability
- Forklift operation
- Hand tool operation
- Pipe welding
- Brake press operation
Personal Information
Title: welder
Timeline
welder
International container
08.2025 - 09.2025
railcar mechanic
compass rail
06.2024 - 08.2025
Welder Fabricator
ag miller
06.2022 - 06.2024
Welding Technology - Welding and Cutting Fundamentals, Basic Arc Welding Procedures, SMAW - Plate Welding, SMAW - Pipe Welding, GMAW/FCAW (MIG) Plate Welding, GMAW/FCAW (MIG) Pipe Welding, GTAW (TIG) Welding Procedures, SMAW - Pipe Welding, GMAW/GTAW - Fabrication
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School -
Westfield High School