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Kristin Gonzales
Cibolo,TX
Summary
Professional welder with commitment to precision and quality in all projects. Skilled in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, and arc welding, ensuring durability and reliability of finished products. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting project requirements and deadlines while also inspiring and working well with others.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Ultimate Top Drives
07.2023 - Current
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Assisted Coworkers in learning and utilizing additional welding processes.
Pipe Welder A Class 6G-R
Austal USA
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded pipe and tubing using GTAW in open and restricted fit ups.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Conducted special welds with extremely low tolerances for industrial operations not limited but including mirror welds.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Achieved consistent weld quality by adhering to established welding procedures and safety protocols.
- Played a key role in the completion of high-stakes projects by working overtime or weekends when required to meet tight deadlines.
- Provided guidance to junior welders by sharing best practices learned from extensive experience working in the field.
- Worked directly with inspectors as well as SUPShip contractors, inspectors and US Navy members.
Welder
Air Products & Chemicals
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Demonstrated versatility in GTAW and GMAW for critical welds for natural gas, cryogenic, structural and pipe settings.
- In shop and on the road setting at additional sites
- Achieved structural integrity of completed pieces through the implementation of appropriate joint designs, welding sequences, and pre/post-welding treatments.
- Showcased adaptability by mastering various welding methods including TIG, MIG, and Stick processes based on project requirements.
- High success rates for NDT testing on critical joints.
- On call for additional in house, road and additional support.
Education
No Degree - Maritime Pipe Welding
AIDT Marine Systems Training
Mobile, AL04-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
Williamsport, PA08-2004
Skills
- Experience in multiple welding processes
- Pipe welding
- Grinders
- Fabrication
- Hand tool safety
- Blueprints
- Welding procedure specification
- Custom fabrication
- Reliability
- Repair skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Weld inspections
- Precision measurement
- Department collaboration
- Metallurgy
- High-level welding
Interests
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Ultimate Top Drives
07.2023 - Current
Pipe Welder A Class 6G-R
Austal USA
04.2014 - 01.2016
Welder
Air Products & Chemicals
01.2004 - 01.2009
No Degree - Maritime Pipe Welding
AIDT Marine Systems Training
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Pennsylvania College of Technology
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