Oscar Vasquez
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Skilled professional with several years working with metal and welding. Trained in tool use with commitment to safety, efficiency and accuracy. Proven history of reliability, focus and time organization.
Talented fabrication welder skilled in reading and applying technical drawings and consistently delivered high quality products. Excellent attention to detail reduced waste and resulted in increased efficiency. Operated machinery, including to fabricate items and comply with government guidelines.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabrication Welder
Union Erectors
Las Vegas, Nevada
12.2020 - Current
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Cut metal parts with oxyacetylene torch and plasma cutter.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and adherence to quality standards.
- Repaired damaged metallic components utilizing welding techniques such as gas tungsten arc welding or shielded metal arc welding.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding equipment.
- Maintained a clean work area in accordance with safety regulations.
- Identified any defects in the fabrication process and took corrective action when necessary.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Assisted with the installation of fabricated items at customer sites.
- Checked finished products for conformance to engineering standards before shipping out.
- Reviewed job orders for accuracy and completeness prior to starting work on them.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks or other transportation vehicles for delivery purposes.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for welding operations by grinding, sanding, or polishing as needed.
- Utilized overhead cranes to lift heavy objects into place during fabrication projects.
- Collaborated closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Provided technical guidance and training to junior welders as needed.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies used in the fabrication process, ordering additional items when necessary.
- Developed new methods of fabricating complex parts in order to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding progress of tasks assigned throughout the day.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay up-to-date on best practices while working with hazardous materials.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Informed forklift personnel or Shift Lead when running low on fab stock requiring welding.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
Porter
Golden Nugget Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers and provided assistance with their needs.
- Assisted in unloading merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Cleaned and maintained the store, including dusting, mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and restroom maintenance.
- Loaded customer orders into vehicles for transport.
- Stocked shelves and rotated inventory to ensure freshness of products.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety protocols.
- Inspected equipment for proper functioning and reported any issues to management.
- Organized storage areas to maximize efficiency and promote a neat appearance.
- Received incoming shipments and verified contents against invoices or other documents.
- Moved furniture and other heavy objects as needed throughout the facility.
- Assisted in setting up displays for special events or promotions.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by packing items according to company guidelines.
- Checked expiration dates on food items prior to stocking shelves.
- Operated forklift safely while loading and unloading merchandise onto truck beds.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries or complaints.
- Ensured that all areas were kept clean and tidy at all times.
Welding Fabricator
Timpte Inc.
David City, Nebraska
07.2013 - 12.2019
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Assisted in the development of new fabrication processes and procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment including torches and regulators.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
- Built jigs and fixtures used in the production of various products.
- Set up and operated rollers, presses, brakes, drills, punch press machines to shape metal pieces prior to welding.
- Applied sealants or protective coatings on completed assemblies as required.
- Troubleshot problems related to fabrication process and proposed solutions for improvement.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed in a timely manner.
- Worked closely with other departments such as Engineering, Quality Control and Shipping and Receiving for smooth operations flow.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations at all times while working on the shop floor.
- Utilized measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers for accurate verification of dimensions.
- Interpreted technical drawings accurately in order to fabricate complex components.
- Developed test plans for verifying accuracy of fabricated components before shipment.
- Provided training and mentoring support to junior level personnel when needed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss best practices for fabrication processes.
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Performed regular housekeeping duties such as cleaning tools and equipment after use.
- Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
- Used jigs, fixtures, and tools for assembly of parts and components.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviation in cut length specs.
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Stacked finished product on pallets according to packaging standard.
Shipping Clerk
Lindsay manufacturing LLC
Lindsay, Nebraska
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Verified shipping documents for accuracy.
- Received and distributed incoming packages to designated departments or personnel.
- Prepared outgoing parcels for shipment, including packing, sealing, labeling, and affixing postage.
- Generated and maintained records of shipments, such as bills of lading, invoices, orders, and other required documentation.
- Inspected freight containers to ensure they met safety standards prior to loading them onto trucks.
- Maintained inventory control system to ensure accurate tracking of all shipped items.
- Coordinated with customers on delivery dates and times in order to meet customer requirements.
- Conducted regular audits of warehouse operations for compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Provided assistance in the loading and unloading process of goods from vehicles when necessary.
- Worked closely with internal departments such as purchasing and receiving to ensure timely delivery of products.
- Processed returns according to established guidelines.
- Communicated with carriers regarding any delays in shipments or discrepancies between orders and actual deliveries.
- Ensured that all outgoing items were properly labeled with correct information such as destination addresses, weight limits.
- Reviewed carrier invoices for accuracy before submitting them for payment processing.
- Assisted in resolving any disputes between customers and carriers related to shipping costs or delivery timeframes.
Utility Porter
Santa Fe Station Casino
Las Vegas, Nevada
12.2004 - 10.2006
- Maintained cleanliness of facility by sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors, washing windows, and emptying trash receptacles.
- Assisted in delivery of mail, packages and other materials to designated areas within the building.
- Performed minor plumbing repairs such as replacing faucets, unclogging drains and toilets, and changing light bulbs.
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and motorized floor scrubbers safely and efficiently.
- Reported any maintenance issues promptly to supervisor for resolution.
- Stocked janitorial closets with supplies including cleaning chemicals, paper products, mops, brooms and vacuum cleaners.
- Ensured that all hazardous materials were properly stored away from customers' reach.
- Cleaned up spills immediately using appropriate safety procedures.
Landscaping Worker
Frank Grossman Contractor Inc
San Francisco, California
02.2001 - 08.2004
- Maintained and operated landscaping equipment, such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and chain saws.
- Inspected property to determine appropriate work needed for lawn care or other landscaping projects.
- Removed debris from yards and disposed of it in designated areas.
- Planted trees, shrubs, flowers and other plants according to specifications.
- Installed walkways, retaining walls and other hardscapes.
- Sprayed herbicides and pesticides on lawns to control weeds and pests.
- Pruned trees, hedges and shrubs using proper pruning techniques.
- Laid sod or seeded lawns depending on customer preference.
- Watered plants by hand or with automated irrigation systems.
- Spread mulch around trees and flower beds to promote healthy growth.
Education
High School Diploma -
Instituto Nacional De Soyapango
Soyapango, El Salvador 01-1994
Skills
- Weld testing
- Department collaboration
- Structure repair
- Production
- Hand tool safety
- Equipment management
- Precision measurement
- High-level welding
- Power tool safety
- Job orders
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Welding inspection
- Weld inspections
- Custom fabrication
- Welding procedure verification
- Post-welding treatment
- Fabrication
- Spray painting
- Color mixing
- Site cleaning
- Surface priming
- Hand tool usage
- Tape application
- Paint mixing
- Organizational Skills
- Basic Math
- Microsoft Word
- Team building
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Self-Directed
- Training & Development
- Tooling maintenance
- Maintenance requirements
- Plumbing
- Painting
- Hand and power tools
- Plumbing repair
- Palletizing
- Stock allocation
- Inventory staging
- Warehouse picking
- Shipping operations
- Stock management
- Shipping and receiving
- Barcode scanning
- Heavy equipment operations
- Communication and presentation
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Pallet stacking
- Pretrip inspections
- Route planning expertise
- Intermodal logistics
- DDL log software
- Accurate record keeping
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Hydraulics
- Transportation safety
- Commercial driving
- Load security
- Auto delivery
- Long-haul driving
- Defensive driver training
- Vehicle systems
- Vehicle inspections
- Bilingual communication
Timeline
Fabrication Welder
Union Erectors
12.2020 - Current
Porter
Golden Nugget Casino
01.2020 - 03.2020
Welding Fabricator
Timpte Inc.
07.2013 - 12.2019
Shipping Clerk
Lindsay manufacturing LLC
09.2012 - 05.2013
Utility Porter
Santa Fe Station Casino
12.2004 - 10.2006
Landscaping Worker
Frank Grossman Contractor Inc
02.2001 - 08.2004
High School Diploma -
Instituto Nacional De Soyapango