Joel Arc

Motivated welder pre-apprentice with strong organizational and teamwork skills, seeking an entry level position (Welder Trainee, Assistant to Welder) to apply my technical training in SMAW, FCAW and GMAW techniques in a structured and professional setting that promotes continuous learning and development. I am eager to learn from experienced professionals and contribute to a safe, productive workshop environment, as well as apply my strong work ethics and commitment to a reputable company.

Entry Level Welder - Empco (Canada) Ltd. - Whitby, ON

(2026-01 - 2026-08)

• Strictly followed workplace safety rules and PPE requirements
• Performed weld processes in FCAW and SMAW
• Read basic shop drawings and welding symbols with guidance from Senior Fitters/Welders/Foreman Plant Manager
• Material preparation scraping, arc gouging, wire wheel polishing, grinding flap disc smoothing, torch heat forming, bending, grinding metal surfaces to remove rust, paint, mill scale, slag or impurities before and after welding
• Measuring, marking cutting metal pieces, beveling, clamping or aligning components in place to fit up for tacting and welding to match project shop drawings specs
• Air pressure tested EAF and LAF components for micro-leaks
• Operated Demag overhead Crane 5/10 ton to pickup, unload, move and maneuver large parts and equipment around the job site
• Maintained a clean working environment after each shift

Seasonal Sales Associate - Hickory Farms Kiosk - Scarborough, ON

(2024-11 - 2024-12)

• Fully stocked and maintained a clean Kiosk
• Provided excellent customer and telephonic service
• Processed POS cash and credit card transactions
• Collaborated with team members to meet daily sales goals

Retail Sales Specialist - Recreational Equipment Inc. - Berkeley, CA

(2023-07 - 2023-12)

• Assisted customers with memberships, sales, returns, exchanges and curbside pickups
• Assisted with merchandise and clothing recovery, including clearing out fittings rooms and folding/placing clothes back on shelving units and racks during and after store hours
• Followed REI loss prevention and safety procedures

Day Trader - Self Employed - San Francisco, CA

(2019-01 - 2023-06)

• Buying/selling stocks; executing short/long trades to capitalize on intraday market price action. Analyze technical and fundamental data; monitoring economic market changes; scanning the overall equity market.

Front Desk Receptionist - Huntsman Architectural Group - San Francisco, CA

(2016-05 - 2018-10)

• Organized and updated the flat file cabinets (designs, textiles, drawings, blueprints, artwork, other large items) in the correct drawer labeled by project number. Transferred outdated items to the on-site archives. Contacted the off-site vendor to pick-up and store the large materials off-site.
• Answered telephone calls from clients, vendors, redirecting calls and screening calls. Booked in-house meeting rooms on Outlook calendar. Scanned, printed various documents and distributed to corresponding architects and/or designers who were attending scheduled meetings. Created shipping labels for packages, identified cost effective shipping options.
• Assisted with meeting room setup and take down equipment. Restocked conference rooms with pencils, pens, highlighters, note pads, plotter paper, drafting tape and other architectural supplies. Picked up mail and packages in the designated area of the building and assorted it for distribution.
• Ran errands such as grocery shopping to restock the kitchen, picked up and dropped off architectural drawings in the neighboring area. Cleaned and arranged common areas of the office such as the reception area, kitchen, breakroom and lounge.

Front Desk Receptionist - Regus Office Space - San Francisco, CA

(2013-03 - 2016-04)

• Open and Close center procedures. Manage front desk duties, greet and welcome clients and guests. Answer all calls and redirect calls accordingly
• Secure incoming mail, assort, distribute outgoing mail and packages. Schedule and coordinate meeting rooms accordingly. Submit IT discrepancies (via ticket to support/help desk).
• Use Excel to update our spreadsheets which documented the current clients who were leasing office workspaces at the Waterfront District in San Francisco. Verify information for completeness and enter appropriate information into the spreadsheet.

Retail Sales Specialist - Marshalls - San Francisco, CA

(2012 - 2013)

• Ability to sell goods and services and providing the best customer service for consumers
• Guide customers on the floor, directing them to the area of their needs, recommend products and services accordingly
• Assist customers with questions about products, memberships, sales, returns, exchanges
• Adhere to loss prevention and safety procedures

Retail Sales Specialist - Accounts Payable Associate - Macy’s - San Francisco, CA

(2006 - 2012)

• Processed invoices for payment for 250+ stores in compliance with company guidelines and policies, working with all levels of management
• Maintained purchase order system by setting up vendors on MP30 expense payable system and securing proper divisional approvals
• Ability to sell goods and services and providing the best customer service for consumers
• Guide the customers on the floor, directing them to the area of their needs, recommend products and services accordingly
• Assist customers with questions about products, memberships, sales, returns, exchanges
• Adhere to loss prevention and safety procedures

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) - Stainless Steel (40 hours) - Institute of Technical Trades (2025-10 - 2025-12)

456A Welder - Level 1 - Pre-Apprenticeship Program (38 credit hours) - Durham College (2025-05 - 2025-08)