Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References 
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John Lopez

Oklahoma City,OK

Summary

Adept at MIG and flux core welding, I significantly enhanced productivity at CALPIA Metal Fabrication by mastering fabrication from blueprints and ensuring top-notch quality through meticulous attention to detail. My collaborative efforts led to seamless project execution, showcasing my critical thinking and welding expertise without compromising safety or efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

CALPIA Metal Fabrication
05.2022 - 10.2024

• Welded 4 yard lift frames, snowplow mo-boards & cone truck frames for the California Department of Transportation all with MiG 0.35 hardwire & 0.45 flux core

•Welded MiG in flat, horizontal, vertical, & overhead positions

•Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints

•Removed & repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines

•Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution improving overall productivity

Assembler

CALPIA Metal Fabrication
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Assembled 4yard lift frames, snowplow mo-board & cone trucks for the California Department of Transportation
  • Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.

Vehicle Outfitter

CALPIA Metal Fabrication
02.2019 - 01.2022

•Equipped law enforcement vehicles for California Department of Corrections.

•Performed security mods on Transport Vans (Regular and ADA), Ford SUVs, Dodge Chargers and Durango, Ford Interceptors, K-9 units, etc.

•Performed electrical airbags shunt repair on transport vehicles

•Trained new hires in complex vehicle security mods steps

Education

Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship -

Interagency Advisory Committee On Apprenticeship
Vacaville, CA
01.2024

Vocational: Office Services & Related Technology -

Centinela Desert Institute
Imperial, CA
03.2015

GED -

Centinela Desert Institute
Imperial, CA
07.2014

Skills

  • Welding
  • Attention to detail
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Torch cutting
  • Critical thinking
  • Structural welding
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • MIG welding professional
  • Horizontal welding
  • Flat welding
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Wire feed machines
  • Parts fabrication
  • Plasma arc welding
  • Heat treatment
  • Time management
  • Health and safety
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • OSHA compliance
  • Welding machine setup
  • Flux core (FCAW) welding
  • Overhead welding
  • Measurement tools
  • Product welding
  • Welding safety
  • MIG welding
  • Welding techniques
  • Power tools
  • Decision-making

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working
English
Full Professional

References 

Derik Chambers (Welding Supervisor)

Company: CALPIA Metal Fabrication

Phone: (707)451-0182 ext#5858

Address: 2100 Peabody Rd

Vacaville Ca 95696


Martin Aguilar Jr. (Production Supervisor)

Company: CALPIA Metal Fabrication

Phone:(707)451-0182 ext#5858

Address: 2100 Peabody Rd

Vacaville Ca 95696

Timeline

Welder

CALPIA Metal Fabrication
05.2022 - 10.2024

Assembler

CALPIA Metal Fabrication
01.2022 - 05.2022

Vehicle Outfitter

CALPIA Metal Fabrication
02.2019 - 01.2022

Metal Fabricator Apprenticeship -

Interagency Advisory Committee On Apprenticeship

Vocational: Office Services & Related Technology -

Centinela Desert Institute

GED -

Centinela Desert Institute
John Lopez