Giovanni Ocampo

Welder

Trident Maritime Systems

San Diego

11.2022 - Current

Operated welding equipment to join metal parts securely.
Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
Prepared materials by cleaning and aligning metal pieces for welding.
Assisted in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings for projects.
Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
Learned various welding techniques under experienced welders' guidance.
Conducted routine inspections of completed welds for quality assurance.
Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.