Norviet Perez Simonis
Houston
Summary
Dedicated Welder experienced in MIG, flux, and stick welding, with a strong background in metal fabrication. Achieved enhanced productivity and safety through precise interpretation of blueprints and adherence to safety protocols. Committed to quality workmanship and consistently exceeding project expectations in diverse environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Soldador
Smith&Gallupa
St Louis
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate welding specifications.
- Inspected welded joints for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
- Heated and dissolved metal parts to obtain molten substance used in welding or extrusion.
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
Estudiante de soldadura
Royal Welder Academy
Houston
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated welding equipment safely and efficiently during training sessions.
- Assisted instructors in preparing materials and tools for hands-on projects.
- Practiced various welding techniques to develop skill proficiency and confidence.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
Estudiante de soldadura
Royal Welder Academy
Houston
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated welding equipment safely and efficiently during training sessions.
- Assisted instructors in preparing materials and tools for hands-on projects.
- Practiced various welding techniques to develop skill proficiency and confidence.
- Collaborated with peers on group projects to enhance teamwork and communication.
- Observed demonstrations to learn advanced welding methods and applications.
- Gave presentations on current topics relevant to the curriculum.
- Collaborated with peers to develop innovative solutions for educational challenges.
- Utilized academic resources such as tutoring and office hours to improve performance.
- Participated actively in group projects, contributing to successful outcomes.
Soldador
Smith&Gallup
Austin
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Operated welding equipment for various metal fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all welding operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools and machinery.
- Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Operated TIG welding equipment for precision metal joining tasks.
- Operated TIG welding equipment to complete metal fabrication tasks.
- Applied proper welding techniques for various materials including stainless steel.
- Performed TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components with a focus on accuracy and precision.
- Cut, trimmed and fabricated metal components to exact dimensions for building and assembling.
- Processed welded component parts with use of machinery such as mills, lathes and grinders.
- Set up proper welding parameters such as amperage, voltage, gas flow rate.
- Inspected finished products for defects or inconsistencies in the welds.
- Performed post-welding treatments such as grinding and polishing of welded parts.
- Determined optimal materials, layout reference points and sequence operations to create neat and durable welds.
- Trained new employees on proper safety protocols related to TIG welding operations.
- Assisted other welders in setting up their workstations for production tasks.
- Used specialized machinery like CNC cutters and plasma cutters for pre-weld preparation of parts.
- Tested finished products using advanced non-destructive testing methods such as X-ray inspection.
- Maintained accurate records of completed projects and materials used.
- Developed innovative approaches for increasing productivity levels while maintaining quality standards.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
Soldador
TIC Powered by People
Louisville
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Operated welding equipment for various metal fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all welding operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools and machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
- Conducted x-ray, hydrostatic and tolerance tests on welded parts to verify weld quality and conformance to specification.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
Soldador
Chaparral
Corpus Christi
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Operated welding equipment for various metal fabrication projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all welding operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools and machinery.
- Assisted in training new welders on techniques and safety practices.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance and consistency in workmanship.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to enhance productivity.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Oficial de pintura
Compañía Abraham
Ohio
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Assisted in preparing surfaces for painting projects.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and tools.
- Mixed paint colors according to specifications and project needs.
- Followed safety protocols while handling chemicals and equipment.
- Organized materials and supplies for efficient workflow during projects.
- Repaired damaged surfaces prior to applying paint or finish.
- Selected appropriate types of paints and finishes for different surfaces and conditions.
- Maintained a clean work environment by cleaning up spills and debris promptly.
- Measured surfaces accurately to estimate material needs for each project.
- Mixed and prepared paint according to instructions and specifications.
- Attended training sessions regularly in order to stay current on industry trends.
- Used ladders safely while working at heights as required on the job site.
Education
12°
Doris Manueln Martines
06.2007 - 06.2007
Skills
- MIG welding
- TIG welding
- Product welding
- Steel fabrication
- Welding inspection
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Special alloys
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Supply management
Timeline
Soldador
Smith&Gallupa
01.2026 - 05.2026
Estudiante de soldadura
Royal Welder Academy
08.2025 - 01.2026
Estudiante de soldadura
Royal Welder Academy
05.2025 - 08.2025
Soldador
Smith&Gallup
01.2025 - 05.2025
Soldador
TIC Powered by People
01.2023 - 12.2024
Soldador
Chaparral
08.2021 - 12.2022
Oficial de pintura
Compañía Abraham
01.2021 - 07.2021
12°
Doris Manueln Martines
06.2007 - 06.2007