Raul Davila
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Reliable welder accomplished with different metalworking techniques, types of projects and environmental conditions. Works independently to accomplish project goals and consistently completes assignments on-time. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
SHEET METAL WELDER
AO REED
San Diego, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine the type of sheet metal needed for each job.
- Fabricate sheet metal pieces by cutting, punching, bending, rolling, and forming with hand tools or machines.
- Assemble ducts and fittings using screws, bolts, rivets, solder, caulking or welding techniques.
- Operate power brakes to bend sheet metal into desired shapes.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Welded metal pieces together using MIG, TIG, and other welding processes as required.
US Treasury Seized Asset Assistant
Nielsen Beaumont Marine Inc.
San Diego, US
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Assist in the transportation of seized assets (boats)
- Supervise the destruction of seized assets insuring correct and secure practices.
- Hauled out damaged materials and followed correct disposal processes to minimize environmental problems from chemicals or unsafe materials.
- Used correct equipment and techniques to demolish boats smoothly.
Graphic Designer
Welgreens CA
San Diego, United States
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Prepared branding packages for point of purchase displays, marketing materials and product packages.
- Designed floor plans, elevations, and 3D perspective views and material boards for both in-house review and presentation to client.
Drafter
VISIONAIRE LIGHTING
Ensenada, Mexico
10.2017 - 09.2018
- As a drafter I was in charge of creating technical drawings for production of poles and fixtures (parking lot lamps) made of aluminum and steel, using SOLIDWORKS tools like “Assemblies”, “Sheet metal”, “Configurations”, etc.
- Responsible for creating 3D models for new products requested by clients.
- Worked closely with production floor to learn about the manufacturing processes and materials of the different products with the objective of improving the accuracy of the drawings.
Industrial Designer
FORMMETAL
Tijuana, Mexico
12.2016 - 10.2017
- As an industrial designer I was in charge of product designs requested by clients ranging from lockers, restroom divisions and doors, to manufacturer industries requests for specific products made of different material like steel and stainless steel.
- Creator of 3D models, assemblies, renders and production drawings in SOLIDWORKS.
- In charge of making quotes and estimations for products requested by clients.
- CNC plasma operator.
Assistant Manager
EXPRESS PAWN (NIGAL FINANCIAL SERVICES)
San Diego, United States
09.2014 - 11.2016
- Aid manager to coordinate the store and personnel.
- Evaluation of precious metals and diamonds for collateral loans.
- Inventory management of pawn and vault.
Industrial Design Intern
Grabado & Corte CNC
Mexicali, Mexico
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
Education
Certificate - Welding
SDCCD Continuing Education
San Diego, CA09-2023
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Design
UABC
Mexicali05.2014
Skills
- Company processes and procedures
- Problem-solving ability
- Analytical
- Fluent in Spanish
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Teamwork
- Brakes and Shears Operation
- Welding Techniques
- Vertical Welding
- Overhead Welding Position
- Aluminum Metal Welding
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- MIG Welding
- TIG Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
- AWS D1.1 SMAW GROOVE E7018 .500 PLATE 3G, 4G
- AWS D1.1 FCAW GROOVE E71T-1 .500 PLATE 3G, 4G
- AWS D9.1 GMAW GALVANIZED 10GA 4G
- AWS D9.1 GMAW GALVANIZED 18GA 4G
- AWS D9.1 GMAW STAINLESS STEEL 18GA 4G
Timeline
SHEET METAL WELDER
AO REED
10.2023 - Current
US Treasury Seized Asset Assistant
Nielsen Beaumont Marine Inc.
09.2020 - 10.2023
Graphic Designer
Welgreens CA
11.2018 - 11.2019
Drafter
VISIONAIRE LIGHTING
10.2017 - 09.2018
Industrial Designer
FORMMETAL
12.2016 - 10.2017
Assistant Manager
EXPRESS PAWN (NIGAL FINANCIAL SERVICES)
09.2014 - 11.2016
Industrial Design Intern
Grabado & Corte CNC
08.2013 - 05.2014
Certificate - Welding
SDCCD Continuing Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Design
UABC
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