Lose Ika
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Executed field welding operations to fabricate custom structures for clients.
Assisted teams in performing continuous physical tasks in various environments while meeting quality standards. Operated a diverse range of power tools and equipment effectively. Contributed to team efforts with a strong focus on safety and mathematical proficiency. Supported metal fabrication processes with over 7 years of experience in welding and metal work.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Welder/fabricator
Creative Environments & Design, Pool,& Landscape Inc.
01.2025 - Current
- Engineered and constructed metal structures for pool landscapes and bespoke designs.
- Managed operation of welding equipment to achieve superior quality joins and finishes.
- Partnered with project managers to ensure adherence to design specifications and project timelines.
- Executed comprehensive safety inspections on equipment and work areas to uphold regulatory compliance.
- Achieved consistent results under pressure by strategically managing workload in dynamic work environments.
- Facilitated team collaboration by engaging in meetings and providing strategic insights for project enhancements.
- Executed welding operations in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions to ensure structural integrity.
Welder/installer
Creative Metals
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
Welder
U-Haul
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
Construction Laborer
Suntec Concrete
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk
- Used trowels and floats to smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
Lead Welder
American Curb and Vent
05.2014 - 04.2019
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
Education
Pinal Community College Online
1 2011
Pima Community College Tucson, AZ
1 2010
Skills
- Sheet metal fabrication
- MIG welding expertise
- Schematic understanding
- Communication
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Rigging and lifting
- Structural welding techniques
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
References
- Jeff Kerschen, American Curb and Vent, 480-633-2204
- Ameila Fihaki, FMYNE HR, 480-815-9000
- Luisa Gapelu, SRPMIC, 480-540-1979
- David Herman, U Haul, 602-291-9846
Timeline
Field Welder/fabricator
Creative Environments & Design, Pool,& Landscape Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Welder/installer
Creative Metals
04.2023 - 01.2025
Welder
U-Haul
02.2022 - 04.2023
Construction Laborer
Suntec Concrete
08.2021 - 02.2023
Lead Welder
American Curb and Vent
05.2014 - 04.2019
Pinal Community College Online
Pima Community College Tucson, AZ