Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Timeline
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Roberto Balderas

Mercedes,TX

Summary

Dedicated professional in construction and fabrication with a focus on productivity and efficiency. Expertise in blueprint interpretation, accurate measurements, and welding techniques. Known for effective teamwork and problem-solving, achieving project goals within strict deadlines.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Structural Welder

universal plant services
Beaumont, TX
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Operated cranes to lift metal components into designated areas efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all welding operations.
  • Determined appropriate amperage, voltage settings, and filler metals for each project.
  • Positioned steel units, aligned holes, and inserted temporary bolts while verifying alignments.

Boilermaker

Ohmstede Industrial Services
Lake Charles, LA
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Blinded reactor using appropriate iso points to ensure safety compliance.
  • Completed required permits and job safety analyses for operational readiness.
  • Dismantled motors for maintenance and inspection purposes.
  • Entered confined spaces for thorough inspections and repairs.
  • Cleaned and repaired confined spaces to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Dismantled old piping for replacement with new installations.
  • Bolted finished products securely to meet industry standards.

General Foreman

bama elite services and tech
Rosharon, Texas
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Analyzed job sites to identify and mitigate potential risks.
  • Recorded supplies, equipment, parts, and employee hours for accurate tracking.
  • Reported project progress, labor status, and site issues to supervisors.
  • Monitored project timelines to optimize resource utilization and ensure deadlines.
  • Prepared work sites to facilitate smooth operations and workflow.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts to obtain favorable terms and conditions.
  • Recruited, hired, and supervised workers while monitoring daily performance.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through face-to-face interactions and phone communications.

Tower Mechanic

universal plant services
Houston, TX
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Blinded towers utilizing ISO list provided by operations.
  • Executed LOTO procedures prior to work on equipment.
  • Opened external and internal manways on towers for access.
  • Repaired damaged trays or replaced them as necessary.
  • Secured materials required for tasks while working at elevated heights.
  • Completed tasks after obtaining final approval from operations.
  • Bolted flanges together for turnover back to client.
  • Torqued components to required specifications.

Boilermaker Mechanic

universal plant services
Bellingham, WA
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Inspected and assembled tubes, fittings, valves, controls, and auxiliary mechanisms to identify defects.
  • Collaborated with team to safely lift heavy sections using rigging signals.
  • Requisitioned tools and equipment, selecting appropriate pipe sizes for transport to worksite.
  • Blinded equipment to ensure proper lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Removed bundles from exchangers for further processing.
  • Bolted flanges with correct gaskets according to client specifications.
  • Applied torque to specifications for secure fittings.

Structural Welder

universal plant services
Houston, TX
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • use proper Loto to perform critical work
  • enter confined spaces to make out of position welds
  • commicate with other crafts the work to be performed
  • Cut and grind surfaces to prep for welding.
  • Fill out hot work permits and JSA's before starting work.

Welder/Millwright

caymex industrial solutions
Fayette, AL
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • communicate with crane operators to fly equipment into place.
  • Use various rigging equipment to align pieces into place for welding.
  • Weld beams and structure using 6010 and 7018 to reinforce material.
  • Layout convener track for proper alignment according to the positioning of sprockets.
  • Align the mechanical engine to the desired gear ratio to run the cover system to the clients' satisfaction.

Welder/Millwright

One Source Staffing
Fort Worth, TX
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Cut, contoured, and beveled metal and structural shapes to ensure precise dimensions.
  • Installed machines in industrial and construction settings, verifying proper operational status.
  • Fabricated spare parts from raw materials including steel bars and plates.
  • Assembled industrial machines utilizing appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Replaced faulty components such as bearings, gears, and shafts efficiently.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery following detailed layout plans.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet project objectives and deadlines.
  • Provided guidance to colleagues to foster a supportive work environment.

Structural Welder

Segovia metal works
Weslaco, TX
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Determined appropriate amperage, voltage settings, and filler metals for each project.
  • Erected steel frames for buildings, bridges, and various structures.
  • Welded joints across flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions as required.
  • Managed a complete set of tools and gear for efficient job execution.
  • Performed modular assembly, erecting and connecting structural steel with precision.
  • Leveraged skills to level and torque connections effectively after steel placement.

Welder Helper

REPCON
Corpus Christi, TX
07.2019 - 02.2021
  • Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
  • Monitor machine settings to ensure that they are within specified ranges at all times.
  • Communicate with supervisors regarding problems encountered during assigned tasks.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Supported project planning by collecting and documenting measurements, marking installation points and cutting materials to desired sizes.
  • Grind, file, buff and smooth welds using grinders, drills, wire brushes and other tools.
  • Clean work area after completing assignments.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Welding

South Texas College
McAllen, TX
05-2019

High School Diploma -

Cte Early College Highscool
Weslaco, TX
05-2019

Skills

  • Welding techniques
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Blueprint reading
  • Structural assembly
  • Lockout/tagout procedures
  • Detail orientation
  • Post-weld heat treatment
  • Fabrication
  • Bolt Alignment
  • Equipment operation

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • torquing specialist
  • basic plus
  • safety essentials
  • boom lift certification
  • scissor lift certification
  • telehandler certification

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Structural Welder

universal plant services
01.2025 - 03.2025

Boilermaker

Ohmstede Industrial Services
09.2024 - 10.2024

General Foreman

bama elite services and tech
05.2024 - 08.2024

Tower Mechanic

universal plant services
01.2024 - 04.2024

Boilermaker Mechanic

universal plant services
09.2023 - 11.2023

Structural Welder

universal plant services
06.2023 - 08.2023

Welder/Millwright

caymex industrial solutions
12.2022 - 06.2023

Welder/Millwright

One Source Staffing
07.2022 - 10.2022

Structural Welder

Segovia metal works
03.2021 - 05.2022

Welder Helper

REPCON
07.2019 - 02.2021

Associate of Applied Science - Welding

South Texas College

High School Diploma -

Cte Early College Highscool
Roberto Balderas