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Work History
Education
Skills
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Languages
Certification
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Ricar Salazar

El Paso,TX

Summary

I am very good with most jobs from assembling pretty much anything to reading blueprints. I have assembled most things from weight machines to actual toys in my time. At 17 I worked for Tonka Toys before I went to college to be a teacher. I am also kind of book smart as I have 4 years of college.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder Assembler

Sals Welding
820 Santa Barbara, Texas
03.2018 - 01.2024
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory levels for welding supplies and materials.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Assisted with troubleshooting problems related to weld joints or weldments during production runs.
  • Provided guidance and instruction on proper welding techniques.
  • Developed safety protocols to be followed by welders in order to prevent injuries.
  • Resolved conflicts among employees in a professional manner while maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Established work schedules based on project deadlines and available resources.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Directed the installation of new equipment, machines, and tools to improve production efficiency.
  • Delivered products to customer locations on time.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Delivery Courier

Express Deliveries
El Paso, Texas
03.2017 - 08.2018
  • Obtained official signatures and required payments for different types of deliveries.
  • Promptly responded to emergency calls for urgent deliveries within specified time frames.
  • Maintained adherence to stringent delivery deadlines.
  • Provided excellent customer service when interacting with clients during package pickups and deliveries.
  • Communicated with dispatchers, management and colleagues to form lasting partnerships.
  • Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management.
  • Sorted parcels according to delivery route.
  • Scanned inbound and outbound packages to sort for destination.
  • Maintained accurate inventory of products and materials using [Software].
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo from vehicles using appropriate equipment such as ramps or lift gates.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and presence of hazardous materials.
  • Documented items transported, recipient information and problems.
  • Reported issues to supervisors resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Tracked delivery records with manifests using smartphones for customer signatures.
  • Developed delivery route understanding to avoid high traffic and construction areas.
  • Created daily delivery routes to maximize efficiency while minimizing travel time.
  • Picked up medical specimens from local care providers for delivery to laboratory.
  • Communicated with dispatch personnel regarding any delays or changes in route due to traffic or weather conditions.
  • Ensured timely delivery of packages to customers in accordance with company standards.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate addresses for pickup and delivery locations.
  • Delivered and picked up medical records, lab specimens and medications to and from hospitals and other medical facilities.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Welder / Assembler / Repair

L & M Radiator
El Paso, TX
05.2009 - 12.2012
  • Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
  • Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
  • Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
  • Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
  • Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
  • Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
  • Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
  • Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
  • Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
  • Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
  • Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Ensured that all welds met code requirements through visual inspection methods such as radiography testing where applicable.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
  • Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
  • Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
  • Read and interpreted schematics and drawings for accurate results.
  • Identify problems that may affect product quality and take corrective action when required.
  • Operated precision tools and equipment to perform dimensions without error.
  • Performed visual and mechanical quality verifications to meet customer specifications.
  • Follow established assembly methods and procedures to ensure product quality standards are met.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work orders to determine the specific assembly instructions.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials and products.
  • Assemble components according to specifications using hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
  • Removed physical refuse and debris and organized tools to maintain safe work environment.
  • Record production data such as number of units produced, rejected items.
  • Powered up, calibrated and shut down fabricating machinery according to company regulations.
  • Align components for proper fit and adjust as necessary during the assembly process.
  • Utilized templates and read measurements to position parts and subassemblies.

Oil Tank Builder / Welder

Tanco Engineering Inc.
El Paso, Texas
12.2007 - 07.2009
  • Positioned or aligned components for assembly.
  • Set up and operated metalworking machines to shape or fabricate parts.
  • Follow safety protocols while handling hazardous materials used in the fabrication process.
  • Read and interpret blueprints to determine tank requirements.
  • Identify potential hazards associated with tank building processes and take corrective action as needed.
  • Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
  • Keep work areas clean and organized at all times according to safety regulations.
  • Verified conformance of parts to stock lists or blueprints using calipers, gauges or micrometers.
  • Utilize power tools such as grinders, saws, and drills to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
  • Laid out and drilled, tapped or cut parts for assembly.
  • Fabricate, assemble, install, and maintain tanks using welding and cutting tools.
  • Test tanks for pressure resistance and water tightness.
  • Perform periodic inspections of completed projects to ensure quality control standards are met.
  • Reworked, repaired or replace damaged parts or assemblies.
  • Maintained and lubricated parts or components.
  • Train new employees on proper use of tools and equipment related to tank building activities.
  • Removed rough spots and smooth surfaces to fit, trim or clean parts.
  • Inspect tanks for safety issues such as leaks or structural integrity problems.
  • Calculate the volume of tanks based on design specifications.
  • Tested and troubleshot final assemblies.
  • Operate heavy machinery such as forklifts, cranes when necessary during the installation process.
  • Inspected and tested completed products to verify function, machine capabilities, or conformance to customer specifications.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
  • Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
  • Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
  • Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
  • Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
  • Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
  • Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
  • Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
  • Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
  • Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
  • Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
  • Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
  • Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.

Education

Associate of Arts - Combination Welding

Western Technical College
El Paso, TX
12-2007

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX
05-2007

High School Diploma -

Bel Air High School
El Paso, TX
05-1994

Skills

  • Fabrication
  • Surface Preparation
  • Sub-Arc Welding
  • Materials Selection

Accomplishments

Welding Certified and have great mechanical abilities. I take things apart easy and put them together easy also. i can fix most anything. I can also teach as I have taught pre-k to twelf grade.

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Combination welding and Bachelors of Education certifications.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Welder Assembler

Sals Welding
03.2018 - 01.2024

Delivery Courier

Express Deliveries
03.2017 - 08.2018

Welder / Assembler / Repair

L & M Radiator
05.2009 - 12.2012

Oil Tank Builder / Welder

Tanco Engineering Inc.
12.2007 - 07.2009

Associate of Arts - Combination Welding

Western Technical College

Bachelor of Arts -

University of Texas At El Paso

High School Diploma -

Bel Air High School

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