Hi, I’m
JAVIER RODRIGUEZ
New Westminster,Canada
Summary
Driven and reliable individual with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality craftsmanship. Knowledge of welding techniques and safety protocols, with hands-on experience in metalworking and fabrication. Ready to leverage skills to produce high-quality work and contribute to productive team environment.
Overview
1
year of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Monarch Structures
Wleder/Ironworker Apprentice
08.2025 - 12.2025
Job overview
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- 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.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
Vets Sheet Metal
Welder/Fabricator
06.2025 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Enhanced safety compliance by maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
- Resolved welding defects through effective troubleshooting and corrective actions.
- Executed welding projects using multiple techniques, ensuring quality and precision.
- Built strong client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship.
- Ensured all welds met or exceeded industry standards through rigorous quality control.
- Improved aesthetic quality of products with expert finishing techniques for clean welds.
Viaduct Sheet Metal
Welder/Fabricator
05.2025 - 06.2025
Job overview
- Enhanced metal component assembly through efficient operation of welding equipment.
- Executed precise welds by interpreting blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
- Maintained welding tools regularly, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Streamlined project timelines by collaborating with team members effectively.
- Fabricated parts directly from blueprints, ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
Continental Steel
Repetitive Welder
04.2025 - 05.2025
Job overview
- Enhanced project efficiency by operating MIG and TIG welding equipment.
- Ensured precise weld placements by interpreting technical drawings and blueprints.
- Maintained industry standards through strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined project timelines by collaborating effectively with team members.
- Adapted to changing project needs while prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on welding tools, ensuring optimal performance.
Education
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Foundations Welder Program
University Overview
- Comprehensive training in various welding techniques: SMAW, MIG, TIG Flux-Core, and more.
- Gained hands-on experience with welding all types of metals, including carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
- Trained in blueprint reading, welding symbols, fabrication, and safety best practices.
- Practical, real-world applications of welding processes through lab-based and project work.
Skills
- SMAW Welding (CWB Certified)
- Proficient in Multiple Welding Processes (TIG, MIG, Stick, Flux Core)
- Blueprint & Technical Drawing Interpretation / Metal Preparation & Fabrication
- Safety Protocols & Compliance (OSHA & Workplace Safety)/ Quality Control & Welding Inspection
- Equipment Setup & Maintenance / Precision Welding & Attention to Detail
- Strong Team Collaboration & Communication Skills / Custom Metal Fabrication Project (BCIT)
- Developed metal structures using SMAW and other welding processes as part of the program’s hands-on projects Focused on precision, safety, and craftsmanship to ensure high-quality welds in all positions
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
Date of Issue: 2025-03-04
- Expiry Date: 2027-03-04
- Individual Tested: Javi Rodriguez
- Qualification Standard: CSA W47.1
- Effective Date: 2025-03-04
- Type: Transferable
- CWB ID: 12 169 859
- Name: Javi Rodriguez
- Test Facility: B.C.I.T. Welding Department Neo08
- Standard: CSA W47.1
- Qual Type: Welder
- Material: Carbon Steel
- Galvanized: No
- Classification: S
- Process: SMAW
- Electrode: F4
- Process Mode: Manual
- Thickness Range: 3mm and above
- Class: Flat, Horizontal, Vertical Up, Overhead
Interests
- Gym Workouts
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Backpacking and Hiking
- I like working with my hands and fixing things.
- Martial Arts
Timeline
Wleder/Ironworker Apprentice
Monarch Structures
08.2025 - 12.2025
Welder/Fabricator
Vets Sheet Metal
06.2025 - 08.2025
Welder/Fabricator
Viaduct Sheet Metal
05.2025 - 06.2025
Repetitive Welder
Continental Steel
04.2025 - 05.2025
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Foundations Welder Program