Melchor Tijerina
Odessa, TX, United States, 79766
Summary
- 20 years experience in welding industry
- 4 years welder's helper and 16 years as welder
- Proven experience as a general foreman, leading construction projects from preplanning and
mobilization to completion - Instructed and trained new welders in the proper use of welding equipment and procedures
- Developed welding plans and created detailed welding drawings for complex projects
- Ensured welders were compliant with all applicable safety standards and regulations
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
State of the Arc Welding
07.2025 - Current
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Have experience with batteries and SWD
Welder
Reggie Friday
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Welder
Waterboss Solutions
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder
2C Energy Services
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Perform welding activities on ferrous materials, non-ferrous materials, and alloys, including fabricating, cutting, and melting in alignment with specifications and requirements
- Analyze blueprints, diagrams, and sketches to ensure exact measurements during welding
- Analyzed and interpreted blueprints to ensure alignment with customer specifications, created metal layouts, and performed a variety of metal fabrication activities, including cutting, bending, and assembling
General Forman
High Peak Energy Services
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Successfully managed complex projects from concept to completion, within budget and on time
- Developed and implemented cost effective processes and procedures to increase productivity and efficiency
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with employees, vendors, and clients
- Ensured compliance to all applicable safety and health regulations
- Experienced in supervising the installation, maintenance, and repair of machinery and equipment
Welder
Birch Energy Services
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Inspected and tested completed welds for conformance to specifications
- Followed blueprints or instructions to determine the specific welding requirements
- Repaired and maintained welding equipment and machinery
- Performed welding processes such as spot welding, butt welding, and fabrication.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to prevent accidents and injuries
- Used various instruments and tools such as jigs, gauges, and measuring tapes
Welder
Oil & Gas Tech
11.2017 - 01.2021
- Extensive experience in metal fabrication, welding and assembly
- Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings
- Knowledgeable in operating hand and power tools, such as grinders, sanders, and plasma cutters
- Adept in using gas welding and cutting equipment
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Safety conscious and committed to quality work
Welder
Fisher Construction
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Knowledgeable in reading blueprints and following precise instructions
- Proven record of meeting tight deadlines and completing projects on time
- Quality oriented with a commitment to producing only the highest quality welds
- Skilled in operating welding machines and other related equipment
Welder
Two Rivers Pipeline & Construction
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
- Demonstrated ability to accurately measure and cut materials to fit desired specifications
- Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and complete projects efficiently and with accuracy
Education
High School Diploma -
Latter Rain Christian School
Odessa, TX05-2002
Skills
- Detail Oriented- Approaches work with great pride and strives for error-free work
- Mathematical Skills- Calculates dimensions to realistic standards, reads custom blueprints to perform tasks effectively
- Administrative Skills- Manages multiple welders and multiple projects while maintaining reliability and quality of work
- Safety Skills- Hot work permits, lockout tagout, job assessments, JSAs, tailgate meetings
Timeline
Welder
State of the Arc Welding
07.2025 - Current
Welder
Reggie Friday
06.2025 - 07.2025
Welder
Waterboss Solutions
03.2025 - 05.2025
Welder
2C Energy Services
06.2024 - 07.2024
General Forman
High Peak Energy Services
01.2021 - 12.2023
Welder
Birch Energy Services
10.2019 - 01.2021
Welder
Oil & Gas Tech
11.2017 - 01.2021
Welder
Fisher Construction
03.2016 - 03.2017
Welder
Two Rivers Pipeline & Construction
03.2015 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
Latter Rain Christian School
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