Andres Uribe
Fullerton
Summary
Hard working LA city certified Steel Worker with 4 years of experience building steel structures using heavy equipment,operating power tools/hand tool and all kinds of drills presses and punches. Strong working knowledge of materials, processes, methods and tools for construction
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Welder
Ben Ash Ironwork
03.2022 - Current
- FCAW/SMAW
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Welder Helper
JMG Steel
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Improved workplace safety by diligently following safety protocols and procedures during all tasks.
- Supported a positive work environment by maintaining professional conduct, demonstrating respect for colleagues, and actively engaging in ongoing learning opportunities.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Liaised with carpenters or electricians to complete duties.
- Supported welders with precise measurements, cutting, and fitting of metal components for accurate assembly.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Maintained equipment in good working order.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Apprentice Welder
Betko Ironworks
06.2019 - 10.2021
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Received hands-on training on proper use and maintenance of welding tools and equipment.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when measuring, marking, and aligning workpieces for accurate assembly before welding commenced.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Assisted senior welders in setting up equipment and preparing materials for each project.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Fabrication Welder
Can Lines Engineering
11.2018 - 08.2019
- GMAW/GTAW
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for new hires, enhancing their understanding of TIG welding techniques and safety protocols rapidly.
Education
Trade School - Structural Steel
CTM Welding
Anaheim, CA04.2021
High School Diploma -
La Vista
Fullerton06.2013
Skills
- Gas metal arc welding
- shielded metal arc welding
- Flux core arc welding
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Column connecting
- ornamental welding
- Heavy Lifting
- Blueprint Reading
- Welding Procedure Specifications
- Oxy-Fuel Cutting
- Carbon Steel Welding
- Fabrication
- Preheating Procedures
- Beam welding
- Stainless Steel Welding
- Hot Work Permits
- Vertical Welding
- Cutting techniques
- Fire prevention
- Confined Space Welding
- Welding Symbols
- Structural fabrication
- Grinding Techniques
- Forklift Operator
- petty bone operator
- Operate drills
- Operate saws
- Operate presses
Timeline
Structural Welder
Ben Ash Ironwork
03.2022 - Current
Welder Helper
JMG Steel
04.2021 - 03.2022
Apprentice Welder
Betko Ironworks
06.2019 - 10.2021
Fabrication Welder
Can Lines Engineering
11.2018 - 08.2019
Trade School - Structural Steel
CTM Welding
High School Diploma -
La Vista
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