Steven Garcia-Tapia

Fabricated pipe systems according to blueprints and specifications. Operated welding equipment to join metal components securely. Inspected welded joints for quality and compliance with standards. Collaborated with team members to ensure project deadlines were met. Maintained tools and equipment in safe, working condition. Followed safety protocols to prevent workplace accidents and injuries. Trained new staff on welding techniques and safety practices. Assisted in troubleshooting issues during the welding process effectively. Welded all kinds of stainless steel pipes including carbon steel pipes in different positions like flat position, horizontal position. Produced consistently smooth, durable welds and quality-controlled finish work. Cleaned and prepared surfaces of metal components prior to welding. Verified that all necessary joints were properly fitted before welding process began. Fabricated pipes, fittings, valves, and related equipment in accordance with specifications. Performed pipe welding activities according to blueprints and technical drawings. Installed piping systems for gas delivery lines utilizing appropriate techniques for safe installation. Inspected finished welds for accuracy and quality assurance standards. Operated various types of welding machines such as MIG, TIG, ARC, oxy-acetylene torches. Completed skilled welds on pressure-tested pipe in installations. Maintained a clean work area by removing debris and cleaning up spilled materials. Repaired or replaced broken or worn parts using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment. Joined components with job-specific welding techniques. Measured angles accurately with protractors during fitting operations. Adjusted current levels on machines to achieve desired results while maintaining safety protocols. Determined optimal positioning of components prior to commencement of welding operations. Ensured that all processes met industry codes and standards as well as customer requirements. Avoided errors by carefully reading blueprints and specifications to correctly lay out parts and plan welding processes. Monitored temperature levels at each stage during the entire welding process. Prevented breakdowns by keeping equipment clean and well-maintained for upcoming jobs. Assisted other team members with troubleshooting any problems encountered during production runs. Maintained knowledge of the latest developments in the field of welding technology through research and training courses. Provided guidance to junior welders regarding best practices when performing tasks. Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions. Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit. Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks. Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction. Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter. Selected and installed torches, filler rods and flux according to welding chart specifications. Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques. Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements. Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors. Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards. Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment. Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames. Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints. Forklift operations as needed. Fabricated steel pipe and stainless steel pipes. Crane operator.

• Fabricated pipe systems with advanced welding techniques, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with project specifications.
• Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings, facilitating accurate installation and reducing rework.
• Inspected welds for quality, ensuring adherence to industry standards and enhancing overall project safety.