Gerardo Loera
Los Angeles
Summary
Knowledgeable Code Welder with proven history in precision welding techniques and adherence to safety standards. Consistently delivered high-quality welds on complex projects, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with specifications. Demonstrated expertise in MIG, TIG, and arc welding, coupled with strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Code Welder
Commercial Metal Forming
10.2021 - Current
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Maintained a safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale welding projects within tight deadlines.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
Retail Sales Associate
Ace Hardware
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
Education
No Degree - Welding
Universal Technical Institute
Long Beach, CA08-2021
High School Diploma -
Marc And Eva Stern Math And Science School
Los Angeles, CA06-2020
Skills
- Stainless steel welding
- Pipe welding
- Structural welding
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Welding quality control
- Weld repair techniques
- Welding codes
- Submerged arc welding
- Welding procedures
- Welding inspection
- Welding safety
- Attention to detail
- Vertical welding
- Health and safety
- Tool operation
- Tool repair and maintenance
- Machine adjustment
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Code Welder
Commercial Metal Forming
10.2021 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Ace Hardware
06.2020 - 06.2021
No Degree - Welding
Universal Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Marc And Eva Stern Math And Science School
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