Luis Sanchez
Odessa
Summary
Accomplished Industrial Radiographer specializing in radiographic inspection and welding techniques. Analyzes results and prepares comprehensive reports to maintain quality and safety standards. Supervises welding operations, ensures regulatory compliance, and manages projects to improve efficiency and client communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Radiographer
Team Industrial Services Inc
Odessa
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted radiographic inspections on industrial components and structures, ensuring integrity and safety standards.
- Operated radiographic equipment to capture high-quality images for thorough evaluation of structural integrity.
- Performed radiography on a variety of metals and other materials, using gamma rays, x-rays and neutron radiography techniques.
- Operated industrial radiographic equipment and accessories such as cameras, collimators, film processors and exposure devices.
- Analyzed radiographic results to identify defects and irregularities in materials.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting inspection results and findings, facilitating informed decision-making for clients.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings from inspections.
- Maintained radiographic equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during radiographic procedures and operations.
- Maintained records of doses administered to personnel, exposures made and films processed.
- Ensured that personal protective equipment was properly utilized by all personnel working with radioactive materials.
- Developed film in accordance with established procedures.
Equipment Operator
B&b Welding
Odessa
05.2018 - Current
Welder Foreman
Jlm Construction
Gardendale
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Supervised welding operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and fostering a culture of safety.
- Trained new welders on techniques and equipment usage.
- Coordinated workflow among team members for efficient project completion.
- Managed inventory of welding supplies and coordinated equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring operational readiness.
- Clarified project requirements and timelines with clients, enhancing communication and project alignment.
- Developed work schedules to optimize team productivity and resources.
- Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine appropriate welding methods needed for each job.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Fabrication Welder
B&b Welding
Odessa
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure precise measurements and specifications.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components for various projects.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, enhancing overall shop efficiency.
- Trained new hires on safe welding practices and equipment usage, fostering a culture of safety.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in the fabrication area.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness, ensuring all specifications were met before fabrication commenced.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Provided technical guidance and training to junior welders.
Welder Foreman
B&b Welding
Odessa
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Supervised welding operations to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Coordinated team workflow to ensure timely project completion.
- Assigned welding tasks to crew members based on project needs.
- Reviewed blueprints or specifications to determine appropriate welding methods needed for each job.
- Established work schedules aligned with project deadlines and resource availability.
- Ensured that all welding processes were performed according to standard operating procedures.
- Compiled and submitted detailed project progress reports to management.
- Managed inventory of welding supplies and equipment maintenance schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels for welding supplies and materials.
- Ordered supplies and replacement parts from vendors to maintain inventory levels.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Welder's Helper
B&b Welding
Odessa
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Prepared materials by cutting, grinding, and cleaning surfaces for welding.
- Supported welders in setup and maintenance of welding equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
- Followed safety protocols while handling tools and equipment in the workspace.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and tools to ensure safety.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations to promote a safe working environment.
- Organized work areas to ensure efficiency and accessibility of materials.
- Operated equipment while prioritizing safety and effective communication on the ground.
- Worked with team members to meet project deadlines and maintain workflow.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under the guidance of expert mentors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Presidio High School
Presidio, TX05-2018
Skills
- Radiographic inspection
- Technical reporting
- Safety compliance
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project management
- Heavy equipment operation
- Backhoe operation
- Skid steer operation
- Heavy equipment operations
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- General labor
Timeline
Industrial Radiographer
Team Industrial Services Inc
09.2024 - Current
Welder Foreman
Jlm Construction
09.2022 - 06.2024
Fabrication Welder
B&b Welding
10.2020 - 08.2022
Welder Foreman
B&b Welding
08.2019 - 10.2020
Equipment Operator
B&b Welding
05.2018 - Current
Welder's Helper
B&b Welding
05.2018 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Presidio High School