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JORGE ROBLES

San Benito,TX

Summary

Accomplished structural welder with over 20 years at Benitez Welding Service, excelling in Flux-Cored Arc Welding and blueprint interpretation. Recognized for delivering high-quality welds and ensuring safety compliance. Adept at problem-solving and adapting to complex projects, contributing to successful structural fabrication and repair outcomes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Structural Welder

Keppel Amfels
02.2019 - 04.2025
  • Kept work area clean and organized.
  • Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
  • Reduced project completion times through efficient planning and prioritization of welding tasks.
  • Ensured safety compliance by strictly adhering to OSHA regulations during all welding activities.
  • Enhanced structural integrity by executing precise welding techniques on various materials.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
  • Consistently met production targets without sacrificing craftsmanship or safety standards by balancing speed with precision in every task.
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by collaborating effectively with team members, engineers, and supervisors.
  • Facilitated smoother project transitions, preparing detailed welding reports and documentation for follow-on trades.
  • Strengthened client satisfaction with ability to interpret complex blueprints and execute welding tasks to specifications.

Structural Welder

BENITEZ WELDING SERVICE
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
  • Used MIG and Flux Core Arc welding,Shielded Metal Arc Welding on structural supports and pipe.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing challenging projects that required diverse welding methods and materials expertise.
Professional Summary

Experienced structural welder with over 20 years of experience, specialized in the fabrication and repair of metal components using Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). Proficient in blueprint reading, weld inspection, and strict adherence to safety standards. I am seeking to apply my technical skills to contribute to high-quality construction and fabrication projects.

Technical Skills
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW): Expert in single-pass and multi-pass welding in various positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead).
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW): Skilled with different electrode types (E6010, E7018, etc.) on carbon steel and other alloy joints.
  • Structural Fabrication: Assembly, alignment, and erection of structural components.
  • Blueprint Reading: Interpretation of technical drawings and welding specifications (WPS).
  • Tools and Equipment: Proficient in Main Lift and Scissor Lift operation and compliance with safety protocols in the shop and on job sites.

Education

INGENIERO AGRÓNOMO - INGENIERÍA

PREPARATORIA JAIME TORRES BODET
VICTORIA,TAMAULIPAS,MEXICO
07-2007

Skills

  • Personal protective equipment
  • Vertical welding
  • Horizontal welding
  • Grinding techniques
  • Welding & Fabrication:
    Proficient in Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
    Skilled in performing high-quality welds in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead)
    Experienced in the assembly and erection of steel structures according to technical specifications
    Knowledgeable in welding carbon steel and other alloy joints
  • Blueprint Reading & Inspection:
    Expert in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings, including welding symbols and design specifications
    Capable of performing visual weld inspections to ensure quality and code compliance
  • Equipment Operation & Safety:
    Safe and efficient operation of Main Lifts and Scissor Lifts
    Proficient in using cutting tools (plasma cutters, oxy-fuel torches) and grinders
    Strict adherence to safety protocols in the shop and on job sites
  • Confined space welding
  • Visual inspection
  • Weld defects identification
  • Pipe welding
  • Flux core welding
  • Fabrication
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Welding documentation
  • Welding positions
  • Quality controls
  • Structural repair
  • Hot work permits
  • Fire prevention
  • Finishing work
  • Worker training
  • Grinding work
  • Overhead welding
  • Parts alignment
  • Welding inspection
  • Brazing expertise
  • Job site preparation
  • Parts fabrication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Equipment assembly
  • Torch cutting
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time management

Languages

English
Limited Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Structural Welder

Keppel Amfels
02.2019 - 04.2025

Structural Welder

BENITEZ WELDING SERVICE
01.2009 - 01.2012

INGENIERO AGRÓNOMO - INGENIERÍA

PREPARATORIA JAIME TORRES BODET
JORGE ROBLES