Noel Tapia
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
AWS Certified Pipe Welder specializing in steel fabrication and hazardous material handling. Expertise in TIG, and ARC welding, with a strong focus on quality control and safety compliance. Proficient in interpreting blueprints and executing precise fabrications, while maintaining clean work environments. Experienced in operating heavy equipment, supervising teams, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols for efficient project completion.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
welder
Halo Pipeline Services
loving, NM
03.2017 - 06.2025
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise pipe fabrication.
- Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations.
- Operated welding equipment to join pipes using diverse techniques and materials, ensuring structural integrity.
- Welded and worked with stainless steel and various alloys.
- Executed smooth, durable welds, achieving high-quality standards in finish work.
- Inspected welded joints for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Avoided errors by carefully reading blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and meet project deadlines.
- Prevented breakdowns by keeping equipment clean and well-maintained for upcoming jobs.
- Documented work performed and reported any discrepancies promptly.
Certified Welder
Watson Construction
Hobbs, New Mexico
06.2017 - 03.2020
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise welding projects.
- Maintained welding equipment and tools for optimal performance and safety.
- Fabricated and installed piping systems according to project specifications.
- Operated welding equipment for joining metal components effectively.
Education
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM05-2014
Skills
- Welding certification
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Steel fabrication
- Distortion control
- Inspection protocols
- Safety compliance
- Precision measuring tools
- Manual dexterity
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- stainless/carbon ASME B31.3 and 1104
Timeline
Certified Welder
Watson Construction
06.2017 - 03.2020
welder
Halo Pipeline Services
03.2017 - 06.2025
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
New Mexico State University