STEVEN BENAVIDES
Hockley,TX
Summary
Hardworking, with extensive experience in various welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Strong knowledge of blueprint reading, metal fabrication, and safety protocols ensures high-quality and precise work. A methodical approach to tasks guarantees timely project completion, with minimal errors. Seeking to bring a solid work ethic and technical skills to the Welder position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Vessel Welder Fitter
VesselPro
Waller, TX
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Interprets blueprints to accurately lay out degree markings on pipe, and fit nozzles to specified dimensions, ensuring precise alignment and compliance with design specifications.
- Utilized a variety of welding processes, such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
- Operated welding equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure quality welds.
Combination Welder Fitter
InterFlex
Houston, TX
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Performed welding on a variety of metals, including stainless steel, aluminum, and copper alloys, using TIG and MIG processes.
- Fit and tack-weld components, such as nozzles, saddles, and flanges, to exact tolerances.
- Fit and align vessel heads to shell sections according to blueprint specifications and tolerances.
Combo Welder Fitter
Houston Process & Design
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted skilled structural welds using the SMAW process according to AWS D1.1 specification requirements.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety standards and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Performed 100% X-ray quality welds with proper back gouging to ensure full penetration, and code compliance.
Welder Fitter
Gallop
Houston, TX
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Experienced in pipe welding using MIG, TIG, Stick, Flux-Cored, and Submerged Arc (Sub-Arc) welding processes.
- Prepare materials by cutting, grinding, beveling, and cleaning surfaces prior to welding.
- Use tools such as squares, levels, lasers, and measuring tapes to ensure precise alignment and fit-up.
- Identify and mark centerlines, degrees, and layout points on piping components.
Education
High School Diploma -
NorthShore High School
Houston, TXSkills
- GTAW
- SMAW
- GMAW
- FCAW
- SAW
- Plasma cutting
- Torch cutting
- Taper nozzles to fit ID
- Blueprint reading
- Layout and fitting
- Forklift operator
- Overhead crane operator
- Back Gouging
Timeline
Vessel Welder Fitter
VesselPro
06.2023 - 05.2025
Combination Welder Fitter
InterFlex
03.2020 - 06.2023
Combo Welder Fitter
Houston Process & Design
09.2018 - 03.2020
Welder Fitter
Gallop
11.2016 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
NorthShore High School
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