Romualdo Carreon
Dallas
Summary
Adept at fostering teamwork and enhancing project outcomes, I leveraged skills in gas tungsten arc welding and effective communication at Humphrey Associates. My proficiency in blueprint reading and dedication to safety practices contributed to completing projects with high-quality standards, demonstrating a solid blend of technical expertise and collaborative spirit.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber Apprentice / Welder
Grus Personal
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with contractors, electricians, and other trade professionals for smooth coordination during multi-disciplinary projects.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Effectively communicated with clients regarding their needs while providing clear explanations about necessary repairs or replacements.
- Gained proficiency in reading blueprints and schematics, allowing for accurate installation of piping systems according to design specifications.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning by attending industry workshops and seminars to stay current on best practices in the field of plumbing.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Upheld high standards of workmanship by performing quality-control checks after completing each task, minimizing call-backs and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
- Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
- Safely handled tools and equipment in large-scale projects.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
Combo Pipe Welder
Humphrey Associates
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Increased project efficiency with timely completion of complex welding tasks, contributing to overall project success.
- Effectively managed project documentation, maintaining accurate records of work completed, materials used, and hours logged for each assignment.
- Assisted in the training and development of junior welders, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative and productive workplace.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring, cutting, and fitting pipes according to project specifications.
- Regularly utilized industry-specific tools such as welding torches, grinders, and cutting equipment with proficiency and precision.
- Achieved consistent weld integrity through careful preparation of materials and adherence to industry standards.
- Maintained clean workspaces by proactively removing debris and hazardous materials from the job site, promoting a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW, adapting to various project requirements with ease.
- Contributed to reducing project delays by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks according to shifting schedules and deadlines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
Welder
Vince Hagan Company, Concrete Batching Plant Mfg
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- 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.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
- Reduced material waste with careful planning and accurate cutting of metal components.
Pipe Welder/ Plumber Apprentice
TD Industries
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex pipe installations, fostering efficient teamwork and communication.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively prioritizing and managing workload.
- Developed solid understanding of various metals'' properties, allowing for proper selection of filler materials for different applications.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following OSHA guidelines during all welding tasks.
- Assembled structural forms such as boiler parts and pressure vessels.
- Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
Plumbing Apprentice
Don Burden & Associates
07.2017 - 09.2019
- Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under the guidance of skilled master plumbers.
- Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Removed old sinks, toilets, and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Safely handled tools and equipment in large-scale projects.
- Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
- Assisted master plumbers with complex projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
- Mastered various types of piping materials and their appropriate applications, improving overall project outcomes.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on plumbing systems, preventing potential failures.
Education
Basic - Welder
El Centro College
Dallas, TX07.2013
High School Diploma - Math
W.W Samuell High School
Dallas05.2004
Skills
- Pipe threading
- Pipe joining
- Pipe measuring
- Soldering pipes
- Fixture repair
- Plumbing inspections
- Piping installation
- Safety practices
- Blueprint reading
- Lift up to number pounds
- Gas metal arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Welding equipment maintenance
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Overhead crane operation
- MIG welding
- Flux core arc welding
- Blueprints
- Stick welding
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plumber Apprentice / Welder
Grus Personal
09.2023 - 02.2025
Combo Pipe Welder
Humphrey Associates
06.2022 - 08.2023
Welder
Vince Hagan Company, Concrete Batching Plant Mfg
01.2022 - 05.2022
Pipe Welder/ Plumber Apprentice
TD Industries
08.2019 - 12.2021
Plumbing Apprentice
Don Burden & Associates
07.2017 - 09.2019
Basic - Welder
El Centro College
High School Diploma - Math
W.W Samuell High School
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