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Oscar Garcia

Colorado Springs,Colorado

Summary

Proactive Weld Lead with extensive experience in managing and mentoring teams to enhance productivity and safety. Expert in precision welding, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance, ensuring compliance with specifications. Brings strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Weld Lead

Springs Fabrication Inc.
03.2014 - 11.2024
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes. Many times, earlier than expected.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons. Made sure that proper PPE was used at all times.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members. Lead by example.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers. Enforced the use of Cranes, Forklifts, or other lifting means to protect employees from injury.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Improved structural integrity, performing critical welds on load-bearing components.
  • Custom-built specialized welding fixtures to improve project efficiency and accuracy.
  • Maintained welding equipment to optimal standards, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Fabrication Welder

Pikes Peak Steel
07.2012 - 08.2014
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
  • Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications. Many times +/- .030 at welded stage.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents. Made sure to use the proper PPE at all times.
  • Utilized various tools, such as grinders and cutting torches, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes. FCAW, GMAW, SMAW.
  • Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.

19 K Armor Crewman

US Army
02.1999 - 02.2006
  • Mentored junior crew members on best practices for vehicle maintenance, gunnery skills, and overall job proficiency.
  • Contributed to the development of tactical plans by providing valuable input based on experience and knowledge of armored vehicles.
  • Ensured optimal functionality of weapons systems through diligent cleaning, inspection, and repair tasks.
  • Increased mission success rate with thorough pre-mission planning and coordination efforts.
  • Operated armored vehicles with precision and efficiency during combat operations, contributing to the overall success of the unit.
  • Assisted in the transportation and distribution of essential supplies during humanitarian relief efforts in disaster-stricken areas.
  • Demonstrated exceptional leadership and decision-making skills during high-pressure situations, resulting in successful mission completion.
  • Supported infantry units during combined arms operations, effectively engaging enemy targets with precision fire from armored platforms.
  • Promoted safety among crew members by enforcing strict adherence to standard operating procedures during both training and operational activities.
  • Handled ammunition safely, minimizing risk to fellow crew members and weapon systems.
  • Streamlined vehicle maintenance processes, resulting in fewer mechanical failures during critical missions.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
05-2010

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Tech/ Diesel Technology

Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO
05-2008

Skills

  • TECHNICAL Precision Fabrication, Custom fabrication, Structural, Pipe, and Vessel Fabrication( D11/ B313/ASME VIII) Mathematical Calculations, Precision Welding GMAW,FCAW,SMAW, Plasma Cutting, Oxy Fuel cutting, Grinding, Arc gouging, Welder Qualification Tests (6G Pipe, 3G/4g Plate) Blueprint Interpretation, Weld symbol interpretation, Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Aluminum
  • SAFETY Crane and Rigging Safety, PPE, Power tool safety, Fall protection, Fork lift, Combi lift, OSHA Regulations, Environmental awareness, 5S, Equipment management
  • QUALITY ASSURANCE Weld inspections, Non-destructive testing(Visual/Magnetic particle/ Liquid penetrant) Precision measurement( Bore gauges/micrometers/vernier calipers/Dial indicators)
  • PERSONAL Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Production planning, Multitasking Abilities, Problem-solving abilities, Decision-Making, Reliability, Self Motivation, Goal Setting, Effective leader, Computer Skills(Global Shop solutions software), Work Order Management
  • TEAM LEADERSHIP Teamwork and Collaboration, Staff Training and Development, Employee Motivation, Relationship Building, Delegating Work, Continuous Improvement, Operational Efficiency

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Weld Lead

Springs Fabrication Inc.
03.2014 - 11.2024

Fabrication Welder

Pikes Peak Steel
07.2012 - 08.2014

19 K Armor Crewman

US Army
02.1999 - 02.2006

Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology

Pikes Peak Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Tech/ Diesel Technology

Pikes Peak Community College

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