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OSCAR ARJONA

Orlando,FL

Summary

Welder, Handyman, Heavy Equipment Operator, or Assembly Line Team member.

Experienced with advanced welding techniques including MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Utilizes strong attention to detail and craftsmanship to produce durable and precise fabrications. Track record of ensuring safety and quality standards are met consistently.

Welding professional with extensive hands-on experience in custom fabrication and detailed metalwork. Proven ability to deliver high-quality results while fostering collaborative team environment. Recognized for adaptability and strong problem-solving skills, ensuring seamless project execution.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welding Fabricator

Ram-Lin
02.2017 - 04.2025
  • Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
  • Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
  • Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
  • Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Completed complex fabrication projects with precision, ensuring the final product met client specifications.
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials for each project.
  • Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
  • Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
  • Resolved design issues proactively during the fabrication process to avoid delays in project timelines.
  • Supported team members by sharing expert knowledge of welding techniques and best practices.
  • Contributed to the successful completion of large-scale projects as an integral member of a highly-skilled team.
  • Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
  • Increased production efficiency by maintaining and repairing welding equipment regularly.
  • Mentored junior welders, providing guidance on proper techniques for achieving high-quality results.
  • Assisted in the continuous improvement of shop procedures by suggesting innovative ideas that increased efficiency.
  • Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
  • Optimized resource usage by recycling or repurposing scrap metal whenever possible.
  • Identified potential areas for cost savings without compromising product quality or safety standards.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Documented welding on specified work order.
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
  • Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
  • Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.

Supervisor

Diversified Maintenance
02.2009 - 08.2011
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.

Operations System Senior

McNichols Co
07.1997 - 06.2009
  • Training Staff: Introduce new employees to their specific job roles. Help new employees to understand what will be expected of them and prepare them for the organization’s work culture.
  • Shop Management: Complete all administrative paperwork such as sales sheets and stock control sheets correctly and promptly.
  • Welding: Work from instructions and routers to arrange parts into welding fixtures, clamp pieces into position, to tack weld and/or take pre-tacked assemblies and apply finished weld. Select proper equipment and set voltage and wire feed settings. Weld various shapes, including plate, structural shapes and pipe, from a variety of positions to obtain proper strength and appearance. Scrape and clean welds, count, record, and stack finished assemblies. Fabricates and assembles complete devices or pieces of equipment by using metal forming and cutting tools such as press, punches, brakes, pipe benders and threaders, and drills to bend, shape, and cut parts to be welded and bolted, screwed, or riveted together.
  • Shipping and Receiving: Determine method of shipping and prepare bills, invoices and other shipping documents. Assemble containers and crates, pack goods from trucks, etc. Inspect and verify incoming goods against invoices or other documents, record shortages and reject damaged goods. Unpack and route goods to appropriate storage areas. Maintain internal record-keeping systems. Know safe storage and handling procedures for various chemicals and materials. Know proper shipping procedures for transportations of dangerous goods.
  • Customer Services: Receive inbound calls from customer requesting and providing updates in their work orders. Provide quality customer service on every call.

Landscape Worker

Maryland Landcaping
02.1999 - 01.2005
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
  • Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
  • Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
  • Developed strong client relationships by addressing concerns or requests promptly and providing excellent customer service throughout projects.
  • Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
  • Elevated overall landscape appearance using a variety of hand and power tools for trimming, shaping, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges.
  • Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.
  • Improved plant health through proper pruning, fertilizing, and pest control techniques.
  • Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.

Assembly Line - Mechanical Assistant

Powercon Corporation
07.1992 - 07.1997
  • Assembly Line: Team member on assembly line of production. Assembling standard switchgear, customized switchgear (e.g. Metal-Enclosed Interrupter Switchgear, Metal-Clad Switchgear, Low-voltage switchgear, High-voltage switchgear, and others.), specialized control systems to meet specific requirements, and many products for the electrical power distribution.
  • For over four years I was a member of different assembling lines such as (1) the wiring team, (2) the control panel assembly, (3) the circuit breaker team, (4) the metal sheeting team.
  • Other activities: Shipping and receiving, crane operator, and machine shop facilities maintenance

Education

Certificate - Residential Electric Shop

North Arundel Votech
01.1993

Skills

  • Welding: Excellent skills in welding all types of materials (stainless steel, aluminum, wrought iron, structural, and pipe); exceptional knowledge of welding tools and welding codes
  • Construction: Tile, drywall, concrete, roofing, landscaping, and remodeling
  • Heavy Equipment: Boom truck, forklift, front end loader, dump truck, man lift, and 10-ton crane operator
  • Handyman: Carpentry, electrical wiring, plumbing, roofing, appliances installation, and consumer electronic repairs
  • Clerk: Shipping and receiving
  • Supervision and Management: Inventory management, and customer service management
  • Others: Exceptional ability to interpret and apply blueprints and schematic diagrams; strong knowledge of mechanical systems (fabrication and welding); solid skills in use of hand and power tools; great skills in operation of drill press, milling, and threading machines; profound knowledge of appropriate safety practices; great ability to read (eg, technical manuals, and work orders), write (eg, material requests), and accurately follow oral, written, and graphic instructions
  • Torch cutting
  • Grinding and finishing
  • Stainless steel welding
  • Safety procedures
  • Joint preparation
  • Plasma arc cutting
  • Aluminum welding
  • Structural fabrication
  • Carbon steel welding
  • Welding equipment maintenance
  • Welding symbols interpretation
  • Fabrication
  • Jig fabrication
  • Blueprints
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Power tool safety
  • Electrical safety
  • Precision measurement
  • Production
  • Grinders
  • Hand tool safety
  • First aid and CPR
  • Weld testing
  • Welding

Accomplishments

  • McNichols Co.
  • 12 Years Safety First Personnel Award.
  • 10 Years Customer Service Award.
  • Senior Staff Member.

Certification

  • Cintas/McNichols Co. CPR Certification.
  • McNichols Co. Welding Certification.
  • Residential electrical Certification.

OTHERS

Foreign Languages: Spanish (Native)

Timeline

Welding Fabricator

Ram-Lin
02.2017 - 04.2025

Supervisor

Diversified Maintenance
02.2009 - 08.2011

Landscape Worker

Maryland Landcaping
02.1999 - 01.2005

Operations System Senior

McNichols Co
07.1997 - 06.2009

Assembly Line - Mechanical Assistant

Powercon Corporation
07.1992 - 07.1997

Certificate - Residential Electric Shop

North Arundel Votech

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