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Jose Zarate

Houston

Summary

Proven expertise in materials handling and teamwork, demonstrated at Ferguson Industrial, where I significantly enhanced operational efficiency through meticulous quality control and effective collaboration. Skilled in welding and machinery operation, my proactive approach resulted in improved safety and product standards, showcasing a commitment to excellence and a drive for results.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Fab Technician

Ferguson Industrial
07.2023 - Current
  • Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
  • Performed quality finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
  • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Operate Forklift to carry steal pipe and HDPE pipe.
  • Operate combulift for 40 footer pipes
  • Nailed and welded pieces into place by securing paneled edges and machine-made molding to structures.
  • Measured parts using calipers, gauges and micrometers to confirm adherence to quality standards on final inspections.
  • Can operate 1, 4, 12, 618, 28, McElroy, HDPE machine
  • weld tack fittings, flenge
  • read blue prints for spools and tape measurements

Lumber Sales Associate

The Home Depot
10.2020 - 12.2023
  • Increased lumber sales by providing excellent customer service and in-depth product knowledge.
  • Assisted customers with selecting the appropriate lumber for their projects, resulting in increased satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely reordering of products.
  • Moved bulk customer orders with safe operation of forklifts.
  • Assisted customers in determining best-fit products and located desired items in lumber yard.
  • Received incoming lumber deliveries, sorted items and stored in correct racks by dimensions and quality.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Welding

TULSA Welding School And Technology Center
Houston Tx
02.2023

High School Diploma -

Gilmer High School
Gilmer, TX
05.2020

Skills

  • Welding equipment
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Ran overlapping beads, performed butt, fillet, socket and groove welds
  • Used GTAW, SMAW, GMAW and FCAW
  • prepared and cut metal with hand torches and grinders
  • welded plate and structural steel in accordance with AWS D11 codes and standards
  • utilized assorted 6010, 6011, 7018 electrodes and ER70S
  • skilled in basic fitting and pipping system layout
  • welded plate and structural stell in the flat, vertical horizontal and overhead positions

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Fab Technician

Ferguson Industrial
07.2023 - Current

Lumber Sales Associate

The Home Depot
10.2020 - 12.2023

Certificate of Technical Studies - Welding

TULSA Welding School And Technology Center

High School Diploma -

Gilmer High School
Jose Zarate