Osvaldo Vargas
Socorro
Summary
Accomplished welder with extensive experience at Texas State Utilities Inc., specializing in MIG and TIG welding. Demonstrated attention to detail and critical thinking by ensuring compliance with quality standards and enhancing project efficiency. Proven ability to train junior welders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and safety awareness.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Texas State Utilities Inc.
El Paso, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Operated welding equipment, including MIG, TIG, and stick welders, to join metals effectively.
- Assisted in the training of junior welders, fostering an environment of continuous learning and skill development within the team.
Welder
Little Big Inch Pipeline
El Paso, TX
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Fabricated and welded pipeline components adhering to industry standards and safety regulations.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise alignment and installation of pipelines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline workflow and enhance project efficiency.
Floor Hand
Precision Drilling Company
Odessa, TX
04.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated drilling equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Assisted in rig floor activities, maintaining tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute daily tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and recommending solutions to improve operations.
- Participated in safety meetings, contributing to a culture of safety awareness among team members.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools, ensuring readiness for drilling operations.
Welder
Cora Texas Sugar Mill Factory
White Castle, LA
03.2007 - 12.2021
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate metal components for sugar processing machinery.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate weld specifications.
- Maintained compliance with safety protocols, minimizing workplace hazards during operations.
- Inspected completed welds for structural integrity and adherence to quality standards.
- Collaborated with production team to streamline workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
- 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.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hanks High School
El Paso Skills
- Welding
- Attention to detail
- Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Stick welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Pipe welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Arc welding
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Equipment operation
- Horizontal welding
- MIG welding professional
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Cutting techniques
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
- Precision measuring tools
- Wire feed machines
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Welding procedure specification
- Parts fabrication
- Welding position proficiency
- Crane operation
- Pipe fitting
- Welding symbols
- Oxy-acetylene welding
- Joint preparation
- Surface preparation
- Precision measuring
- Hazardous material handling
- Hand-forming workpieces
- Materials selection
- Material selection
- Project management
- Plasma arc welding
- Rigging techniques
- Fire prevention
- OSHA compliance
Certification
AWS API 1104
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Welder
Texas State Utilities Inc.
09.2025 - Current
Welder
Little Big Inch Pipeline
06.2024 - 09.2025
Floor Hand
Precision Drilling Company
04.2022 - 05.2024
Welder
Cora Texas Sugar Mill Factory
03.2007 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Hanks High School