Zekim Taguba
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Highly experienced welder with a proven track record in naval projects, specializing in welding new structures for Aircraft Carriers and performing meticulous repairs on LCACs and Submarines. Demonstrates expertise in various welding methods while prioritizing safety. Known for achieving exceptional results through meticulous attention to detail and effective project management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabricator
SA-TECH
Norfolk, VA
06.2023 - Current
- Performed welding, burning and cutting processes to fabricate metal components according to blueprints and specifications.
- Set up and operated metalworking machines to shape or fabricate parts.
- Interpreted technical drawings accurately in order to fabricate complex components.
Welder
Oceaneering International
Chesapeake, VA
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided guidance to junior members of the team regarding TIG welding techniques.
- Monitored welding processes to ensure quality standards were met.
- Completed repairs with frequent work in different welding positions and environments.
Welder
Continental Tide Defense Systems
Virginia Beach, VA
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Set up proper welding parameters such as amperage, voltage, gas flow rate.
- Repaired defective welds or performed rework when necessary.
- Performed post-welding treatments such as grinding and polishing of welded parts.
Apprentice Welder
Oceaneering International
Chesapeake, VA
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Evaluated blueprints to determine optimal locations for TIG welds on various components.
- Repaired defective welds or performed rework when necessary.
- Performed TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components with a focus on accuracy and precision.
Welder
Newport News Shipbuilding
Newport News, VA
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to weld parts according to blueprint specifications.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing duties related to welding operations.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VASkills
- Material prepping
- Measurements
- Quality Inspections
- Repair work
- Welding equipment
- Hand and power tools
- Machinery Operation
- Stick Welding
- Fabrication
- Welding
- MIG welding
- PPE use
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Fabricator
SA-TECH
06.2023 - Current
Welder
Oceaneering International
11.2021 - 06.2023
Welder
Continental Tide Defense Systems
02.2021 - 10.2021
Apprentice Welder
Oceaneering International
07.2019 - 05.2020
Welder
Newport News Shipbuilding
07.2017 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Engineering
Tidewater Community College
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