WILLIAM CRUZ
Bronx
Summary
Experienced mechanic and fabricator with expertise in MIG and TIG welding, metal fabrication, and repair techniques. Other skills include ability to interpret blueprints, utilize various tools and repair procedures to ensure project completion. Strong focus on team collaboration and effective contributions to achieve project goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Fabricator
Valanca Auto Concept
06.2023 - 06.2026
- Fabricated custom parts including positioning brackets, mounting brackets, roll bars, support bars, exhaust pipes, and intake pipes to meet specific project requirements.
- Cut/ weld chassis alterations
- Use of pneumatic tool, power tools, Bridgeport milling machine, drill press, Tig and Mig welders
- Create jigs to hold parts and for the reproduction of parts
- Conducted patch work to remove rust and repair damage on vehicles, ensuring structural integrity and safety.
- Troubleshoot parts with multimeter or power probe
- Performed general mechanic tasks on various vehicles.
- Cut and solder wires
- Remove and replace parts such as: relays, modules, suspension parts, brakes...
Welder / Rail Car Tech - Responsibilities
Kawasaki Rail Car
01.2017 - 01.2023
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Investigated and resolved reported discrepancies to maintain operational integrity
- Adjusted hardware to specifications for optimal functionality
- Torque mark bolts
- Install Seats, Luggage Racks...
- Executed interior construction tasks to ensure quality standards
Welding Instructor
Apex Technical School
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Classroom and lab instructor for various welding and cutting processes for completion of degree/certification programs
- Developed instructional materials to align with curriculum objectives and enhance student comprehension
- Ensured adherence to quality standards in operating methods, processes, and procedures to maintain program integrity
- Evaluated student learning outcomes through comprehensive review of instructional standards and adherence to policies
Welder fabrication /Assembly Line Production Worker
Aerotek Temp / Kawasaki Rail Car
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Welded stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum across various gauges to meet project specifications
- Mig and Tig weld parts to blueprint specifications
- Spot weld parts
- Utilized measurement tools like measuring tape and calipers in metric and American standard for precise fabrication
- Position metal components with clamps or jigs for proper fitment and tolerances for welding
- Designed and built jigs to enhance production efficiency
- Operate Power Shear to cut sheet metal to size needed
- Drill and tap tapping pads
- Use of Machine shop machines such as: band saws, drill press, power shear, chop saws
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Monitored and documented soldering results.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Developed and implemented process improvement strategies.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
Welder
A&L Sheet Metal Fabrications Corporation
05.2012 - 05.2015
- Weld aluminum, stainless steel, galvanized steel, brass, hot and cold rolled steel ranging in different gauges
- Tig and Mig weld parts to blueprint specifications
- Utilized measurement systems and tools, including measuring tape and calipers, to ensure precision in welds
- Developed jigs to streamline welding process
- Install Hardware on sheet metal products
- Performed machine shop tasks, including setup and operation of mill machine, band saw, miter saw, drill press, and tapping holes
- Operate forklift to move around material, skids, and load and offload skits with parts or material
Automotive Mechanic Assembler/Supervisor
Valanca Auto Concept
02.2007 - 03.2012
- Supervised assemblers to ensure timely completion of work
- Made sure employees had correct parts needed and went over final assembly
- Performed suspension work, including alignments and replacement of hub bearings.; alignments, hub bearings, springs, struts, control arms, power steering pump and lines
- Remove and replace rack and pinions, exhaust, radiators, condensers, steering wheel, headliner, seat airbags and A/C lines
- Remove, replace and align fenders, hoods, trunk lids, doors, front and rear bumpers.
- Removed interior components, including dashboards and seats, for vehicle repairs. and replacement such as dashboards, seats and center consoles
- Prep cars and parts for painting
- Organized workspace to comply with company standards and regulations
- Updated inventory weekly to ensure accurate stock levels
Entry Level Technician
Ford
02.2006 - 03.2007
- Removed and replaced transmissions to restore vehicle functionality
- Performed engine oil changes and transmission oil flushes to maintain vehicle performance
- Executed suspension work to enhance vehicle handling and comfort during operation.
- Conducted multi-point inspection to assess vehicle condition and identify maintenance needs.
- Conducted warranty work to ensure customer satisfaction and compliance with service standards
- Brake pads and rotors
Education
High Honors Certificate - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
Mahwah, NJSkills
- MIG and TIG welding
- Blueprint interpretation
- Metal fabrication techniques
- Chassis modification
- Welding safety practices
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Fabrication
- Torch cutting
- Structural welding
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Design interpretation
- Brake press operation
- Stick welding
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
- Attention to detail
- Tool operation
- Equipment operation
- Precision measuring
- Quality assurance
- OSHA compliance
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- High Honors Diploma/ Lincoln Tech. Inst.
- Kawasaki certified in AWS Code : AWS D1.3/D1.3M:2008
In the 3G Position with carbon and stainless steel.
Material thicknesses ranging from 1/32 - 3/16
Flare Bevel Groove Weld Joint
Filet Weld In T Joint
Square Groove in Butt Joint
Flare Groove Weld Joint
T Joint
In the 2G position with stainless steel
Material thickness 1/16
Square Groove weld joint
Timeline
Welder Fabricator
Valanca Auto Concept
06.2023 - 06.2026
Welding Instructor
Apex Technical School
03.2019 - 02.2020
Welder / Rail Car Tech - Responsibilities
Kawasaki Rail Car
01.2017 - 01.2023
Welder fabrication /Assembly Line Production Worker
Aerotek Temp / Kawasaki Rail Car
06.2015 - 02.2016
Welder
A&L Sheet Metal Fabrications Corporation
05.2012 - 05.2015
Automotive Mechanic Assembler/Supervisor
Valanca Auto Concept
02.2007 - 03.2012
Entry Level Technician
Ford
02.2006 - 03.2007
High Honors Certificate - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute