WENNIE ECHAVARIA
Richmond
Summary
Experienced combo welder specializing in STICK and TIG welding techniques. Known for exceptional troubleshooting skills and strong safety practices, contributing to timely project completions and high-quality standards in metal fabrication.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Combo Welder
JVIC Industrial
Freeport, TX
04.2015 - Current
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures using STICK and TIG welding techniques, industrial equipment and piping systems.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise weld specifications.
- Trained junior welders on proper techniques, safety practices, and equipment handling.
- Troubleshoot welding issues promptly, minimizing downtime in production operations.
- Created secure joints by properly preparing materials and components before welding.
- Maintained site safety by keeping work orderly and free of hazards like slips, trips and falls..
- Performed flat, vertical, overhead and horizontal welds depending on needs of particular jobs.
- Assisted in completing large-scale projects on time by effectively collaborating with other trades professionals such as electricians, pipefitters, and millwright.
- Fabricated custom parts by cutting, forming and joining materials such as stainless, carbon, chrome and inconel steel.
- Expedited project completion timescales without compromising quality through effective multitasking when working on multiple assignments simultaneouslyly.
- Worked effectively from verbal directions, blueprints and specifications to complete highly accurate work.
- Enhanced project completion rates with expert knowledge of various metals such as stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, and their corresponding welding techniques.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
Combo Welder
Wyatt Construction
Houston, TX
04.2006 - 03.2015
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures using SMAW and TIG welding techniques.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Troubleshot welding issues promptly, minimizing downtime in production operations.
Combo Welder
Ccc Construction
UMMSAID, QATAR
06.1994 - 12.2005
- Fabricated and assembled metal structures using SMAW and TIG welding techniques.
- Increased client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail in performing complex welding projects.
- Delivered consistent quality results under challenging conditions such as working at heights or in confined spaces, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and maintaining order. by keeping work orderly and free of hazards like [Type].
- Completed work with proper alignment and allowances for shrinkage to produce durable welds.
- Coordinated with field labor crews to complete efficient site work.
- Selected, set up, and staged equipment to complete jobs according to project specifications.
- Supported company growth initiatives by actively participating in job fairs, trade shows, conferences, and networking events to promote the firm''s capabilities as an expert provider of combo-welding services.
- Enhanced welding quality by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines.
- Improved overall team productivity by providing guidance and mentorship to junior welders.
- Ensured adherence to client specifications by carefully reading blueprints, drawings, and schematics before commencing any welding task.
- Increased efficiency by performing routine maintenance on welding equipment to ensure optimal performance during projects.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
MANUEL L QUEZON UNIVERSITY
MANILA, PHILIPPINES04-1991
Skills
- Pipe welding
- Stainless steel welding
- Carbon steel welding
- Structural welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- TIG welding
- Vertical welding
- Flat welding
- Horizontal welding
- Pipefitting
Timeline
Combo Welder
JVIC Industrial
04.2015 - Current
Combo Welder
Wyatt Construction
04.2006 - 03.2015
Combo Welder
Ccc Construction
06.1994 - 12.2005
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
MANUEL L QUEZON UNIVERSITY