MAX BONAZZO
3802 Aaron Rd
Summary
Dedicated welding and fabrication professional with extensive experience in MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques. Proven track record in maintaining industrial machinery and constructing metal structures with exceptional precision and accuracy. Expertise in various welding processes, consistently prioritizing safety and efficiency while delivering high-quality results. Holds up-to-date SMAW and FCAW all-position certifications, demonstrating commitment to ongoing professional development in the field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Welder
Marmac
Copper Mountain Mine/ Red Chris Mine
08.2025 - Current
- Fabricated and welded components using MIG and SMAW processes, ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute precise welding tasks.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to maintain industry standards and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance production efficiency.
Welder
Kootenay Precision Mechanical
Castlegar, BC
06.2025 - Current
- Welded components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Utilized a variety of welding processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
- Operated welding equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure quality welds.
- Fabricated components from materials such as sheet metal, pipe sections, and structural forms with precision accuracy.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by cutting out the damaged area and rewelding it according to specifications.
- Fabricated parts and components to exact tolerances.
- Maintained a clean workspace at all times by disposing of waste materials correctly after each job was completed.
- Constructed and installed metal structures.
Welder
West Kootenay Welding
EVR Mines
11.2023 - Current
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime during operations.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Mine Maintenance
3 Flat Industries
Crowsnest Pass, AB
06.2023 - Current
- Performed machining, welding and fabrication to maintain systems.
- Performed preventative maintenance on production machinery, including lubrication of bearings and gears.
- Disassembled malfunctioning equipment, identified the source of failure, replaced or repaired worn parts and re-assembled components.
- Installed and maintained industrial machinery according to manufacturer specifications, utilizing hand tools, power tools, hoists and cranes.
- Fabricated new parts for machines when necessary by cutting metal with a torch or saw.
- Followed OSHA standards while working around hazardous materials.
Ship Building and Assembly
Eco Heavy Duty Repair
Nelson, BC
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Utilized advanced knowledge of TIG, MIG and Stick welding techniques to complete complex welds.
- Built jigs, fixtures and templates for custom fabricated products ensuring exact measurements were followed.
- Fabricated custom metal components according to customer specifications using specialized cutting tools.
- Collaborated with other team members in the completion of large-scale projects within tight deadlines.
- Provided assistance with troubleshooting problems that arose during production process.
- Assembled and clamped workpieces into holding fixtures to bond, heat-treat or solder fabricated metal components.
- Performed welding repairs and maintenance on all types of equipment and machinery.
Ball Mill Shutdown, Cyclone Tower Erection
Gisborne Group
Princeton, BC
06.2021 - 10.2021
- SMAW structural, on site fabrication, handrail, moment connections
- Iron working, working at heights, using various aerial equipment
- Rigging, load transferring
- Operating 20t overhead crane
Education
Red Seal Journey Man Welding Certificate - Welding
Selkirk College
ALL POSITION SMAW & FCAW
Skills
- SMAW
- GMAW
- FCAW
- GTAW
- Oxy Fuel Gas Cutting
- Metal Arc Gouging
- Plasma
- Structural welding
- Layout and fitting
- Flux-cored arc welding
Certification
- CWB SMAW & FCAW all position
- MEWP Mobile Elevated Work Platforms certificate
- WHIMS training certificate
- CONFINED SPACE
- FALL PROTECTION TRAINING
Timeline
Welder
Marmac
08.2025 - Current
Welder
Kootenay Precision Mechanical
06.2025 - Current
Welder
West Kootenay Welding
11.2023 - Current
Mine Maintenance
3 Flat Industries
06.2023 - Current
Ship Building and Assembly
Eco Heavy Duty Repair
10.2021 - 03.2023
Ball Mill Shutdown, Cyclone Tower Erection
Gisborne Group
06.2021 - 10.2021
Red Seal Journey Man Welding Certificate - Welding
Selkirk College
ALL POSITION SMAW & FCAW