Xavier Luna
Combo Pipe Welder
Houston,US
Summary
Results-driven welding professional with over 5 years of experience in combination pipe welding and specialty alloys. Proven expertise in executing high-quality welds in challenging environments while ensuring adherence to safety standards and project specifications. Adept at interpreting blueprints and technical drawings to facilitate efficient project execution and timely completion. Committed to continuous improvement and staying updated with industry advancements to enhance welding techniques and processes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitary Stainless Pipe Welder
SPG
Odessa, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted quality inspections to maintain compliance with safety standards and specifications.
- Developed strategies for minimizing waste during material usage in welding processes.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc, and gas equipment.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Assisted in minimizing material waste by accurately measuring and cutting pipes before welding them together.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Reduced rework costs with thorough inspection of completed welds, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Stainless Pipe Welder
Mullins Mechanical
Virgilina, VA
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Fabricated and installed piping systems using various welding techniques
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure precise installations
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain industry standards
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and welding symbols for pipe installations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attention to detail in completing precise welds that met or exceeded expectations.
Combo Pipe Welder
Hahn & Clay
Houston, TX
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted routine inspections of welds to ensure adherence to safety standards and quality specifications.
- Fabricated and assembled piping systems using various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG processes.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, enhancing project efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Participated in troubleshooting sessions to resolve technical challenges related to piping systems and welding equipment performance.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following established safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
Combo Pipe Welder
S&B Industries
Houston, TX
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Achieved consistent weld integrity through careful preparation of materials and adherence to industry standards.
Combo Pipe Welder
Omega Industrial Products
Houston, TX
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welds on complex industrial projects.
- Implemented quality control measures that improved accuracy in welding results, minimizing rework requirements.
- Developed standard operating procedures for welding tasks, contributing to a safer work environment and consistency in output.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW, adapting to various project requirements with ease.
- Achieved consistent weld integrity through careful preparation of materials and adherence to industry standards.
Welder
Piping Technology & Products Inc.
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate and assemble piping systems according to specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections of welds to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance production efficiency.
- Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues, providing timely solutions to minimize downtime.
- Utilized various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG, for diverse project requirements.
- Maintained safety protocols while performing welding tasks in high-pressure environments.
Education
Welding - GTAW Cert. - AWS
Exotic Welding Academy
Houston, TX01.2025
Welding - SMAW AWS cert. - undefined
Exotic Welding Academy
Houston, TX01.2025
General Studies -
North Shore Senior High School
Houston, TX01.2022
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Quality assurance
- Piping fabrication
- Pipe welding
- Quality control
- Blueprints analysis
Timeline
Sanitary Stainless Pipe Welder
SPG
01.2026 - Current
Stainless Pipe Welder
Mullins Mechanical
09.2025 - 01.2026
Combo Pipe Welder
Hahn & Clay
12.2024 - 08.2025
Combo Pipe Welder
S&B Industries
05.2024 - 12.2024
Combo Pipe Welder
Omega Industrial Products
12.2023 - 04.2024
Welder
Piping Technology & Products Inc.
01.2021 - 12.2023
Welding - SMAW AWS cert. - undefined
Exotic Welding Academy
Welding - GTAW Cert. - AWS
Exotic Welding Academy
General Studies -
North Shore Senior High School