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Leeroy Valdez

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Versatile and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in metal fabrication and insulation, honed at Welding Works Intl and other leading companies. Excelled in positions requiring precision, such as Structural Fitter Helper and Industrial Insulator, demonstrating adeptness with tools like chainfalls and porta power. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and quality, with a strong blend of technical skills and teamwork.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Structural Fitter Helper/ Welder/ Welder Helper/Pipefitter Helper

Welding Works Intl
12.2022 - 07.2024

* Verify conformance of workpieces to specifications, using squares,rulers, and measuring tapes.

*Study engineering drawings and blueprints to determine materials requirements and task sequences.

*Position,align, fit, and weld parts to form complete units or subunits, following blueprints and layout specifications, and using jigs, welding torches, and hand tools.

* Lay out and examine metal stock or workpieces to be processed to ensure that specifications are met.

*Tack-weld fitted parts together.

*Move parts into position,manually or with hoists or cranes.

*Set up and operate fabricating machines,such as brakes, rolls, shears ,flame cutters, grinders,and drill presses,to bend, cut ,form and assemble metal components.

*Position or tighten braces, jacks, clamps, ropes, or bolt straps,or bolt parts in position for welding or riveting.

*Lift or move materials and finished products, using large cranes.

*Set up face blocks, jigs, and fixtures.

*Align and fit parts according to specifications, using jacks, turnbuckles, wedges, drift pins, pry bars and hammers.

*Hammer, chip and grind workpieces to cut, bend and straighten metal.

*Come Alongs

*Chainfalls

*Porta power




Bolted Steel Storage Tanks

Jacques Construction
01.2018 - 01.2020

*Bolting sheets of metal to one another

*Creating a cylindrical structure

*Often used for scale water storage application

Industrial Insulator

Bilfinger Industrial Services
12.2017 - 06.2018

*Measure and cut insulation for covering surfaces, using tape measures, handsaws, knives, and scissors.

*Apply, remove, and repair insulation on industrial equipment , pipes, ductwork, or other mechanical systems such as heat exchangers, tanks, and vessels, to help control noise and maintain temperatures.

*Select appropriate insulation, such as fiberglass,Styrofoam, or cork, based on the heat retaining or excluding characteristics of the material.

*Fit insulation around obstructions, and shape insulating materials and protective coverings as required.

*Determine the amounts and types of insulation needed, and methods of installation, based on factors such as location, surface shape, and equipment use

Education

Welding Program - Welder Program

Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX
12-2023

Skills

    *Welder(stix and flux certified welder)

    Use of different tools

    *chainfalls

    *Come alongs

    *Porta power

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Structural Fitter Helper/ Welder/ Welder Helper/Pipefitter Helper

Welding Works Intl
12.2022 - 07.2024

Bolted Steel Storage Tanks

Jacques Construction
01.2018 - 01.2020

Industrial Insulator

Bilfinger Industrial Services
12.2017 - 06.2018

Welding Program - Welder Program

Texas Southmost College
Leeroy Valdez