Nazareno Morales
Boerne
Summary
Dynamic Welder Fabricator with extensive experience at American Patriot, specializing in MIG and Stick welding. Proven ability to mentor junior welders while maintaining a clean and safe work environment. Achieved significant cost savings through effective metal fabrication and problem-solving skills, consistently delivering high-quality results in fast-paced settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder Fabricator
American Patriot
01.2024 - 02.2025
- welded for the US government contracts.
- welded i-beams for 40ft by 12 ft oil spill berms.
- welded and fabricated portable buildings that where shipped all over the world.
- fabricated ramps for tanks
- 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.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Solved complex welding challenges by applying specialized techniques in MIG, TIG, and Stick welding.
Fabrication Welder
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and increase overall project efficiency.
Welder Fabricator
OWLEE
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
Builder, Merchandiser, Sales Rep
Pepsi-Co Bottling Company
02.2010 - 04.2019
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Maintained professional relationships with clients throughout the duration of each project, keeping them informed on progress updates and addressing any concerns as needed.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing teams of skilled laborers and tradespeople across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Managed subcontractor relationships effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and seamless integration into project timelines.
Park and Recreation
City of San Diego
11.2006 - 12.2010
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
US ARMY
US ARMY
03.2005 - 09.2006
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
AWS 1.1 - Welding School
Southern Career Institute
San Antonio, TX01-2020
High School Diploma -
Mar Vista High
San Diego, CA03-2005
Skills
- MIG welding
- Stick welding
- Metal fabrication
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Mentoring juniors
- Layout and fitting
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Torch cutting
- Shaping and cutting
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Arc welding
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- MIG welding professional
Accomplishments
- Certified as welding trainer
- Received outstanding quality award for technical expertise in welding.
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Certification
- AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Certification – American Welding Society for those working specifically with structural steel.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
American Patriot
01.2024 - 02.2025
Fabrication Welder
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
05.2023 - 12.2023
Welder Fabricator
OWLEE
06.2020 - 07.2023
Builder, Merchandiser, Sales Rep
Pepsi-Co Bottling Company
02.2010 - 04.2019
Park and Recreation
City of San Diego
11.2006 - 12.2010
US ARMY
US ARMY
03.2005 - 09.2006
AWS 1.1 - Welding School
Southern Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Mar Vista High
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