Robert Vazquez
Modesto,CA
Summary
Skilled Ironworker with background in all phases of ironwork construction, including structural steel and welding. Strengths encompass knowledge of blueprints, precise measurements, and safe operation of power tools. Recognized for commitment to safety protocols and ability to work well in team settings. Previous roles demonstrate significant contribution to successful completion of large-scale projects through efficient and quality craftsmanship.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ironworker
Glazier Steel
Hayward, California
01.2017 - Current
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Managed and tracked materials and supplies needed for projects and expedited additional materials to avoid project delay.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Studied and understood blueprints and specifications before beginning work on projects.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Set up hoisting equipment to lift and place structural steel items.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Aligned and connected structural components to create safe, long-lasting results.
- Drilled holes in metal for bolting or riveting components together.
- Erected steel frames for buildings, bridges and other structures.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Warehouse Worker
Racor
Modesto, CA
02.2012 - 01.2017
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
- Created and maintained production schedules based on employee productivity, company needs and seasonal plans.
- Maintained assembly and production equipment to meet operational goals.
- Collaborated with team members to complete demanding projects under tight deadlines.
- Operated machinery, forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enochs High School
Modesto, CA05-2010
Skills
- Blowtorches and equipment
- Steel component alignments
- Column connecting
- Elevated work platform set up
- Prefabricated steel unloading
- Job site preparation
- Erection drawing assessments
- Safety measures
- Welding
- Scaffolding
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Metal decking installation
- Crane signaling
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- OSHA compliance
- Blueprint reading
- Structural welding
- Fire watch
- Troubleshooting skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- OSHA
Certification
- Welding certification
- Certified adhesive anchor installer
- Traffic flagged
- Scaffold certificate
Timeline
Ironworker
Glazier Steel
01.2017 - Current
Warehouse Worker
Racor
02.2012 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Enochs High School