Ronnie Baldo

Area of Responsibility: AMI 207 & precision pipe and tube welding in accordance with approved WPS, drawings, and site quality requirements, covering equipment setup, fit-up support, weld execution, in-process inspection, and documentation handover.

Orbital & LOD Welder/Lead - Ultra Clean Technologies - Austin, TX

(2018-09 - 2026-09)

Area of Responsibility: AMI 207 & precision pipe and tube welding in accordance with approved WPS, drawings, and site quality requirements, covering equipment setup, fit-up support, weld execution, in-process inspection, and documentation handover.

• Set up and operate orbital welding systems, including parameter verification, purge control, alignment checks, and consumable preparation
• Execute LOD-related welding and fabrication tasks, supporting accurate fit-up, tack welding, weld sequencing, and safe work execution
• Conduct visual checks on completed welds, identify surface defects, and coordinate repairs or rework in line with QA/QC instructions
• Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas to support stable production and compliance with safety standards
• Proficient in orbital welding operation, pipe/tube fit-up, purge management, and interpretation of basic technical drawings and welding procedures
• Familiar with weld quality control requirements, defect prevention, safe hot work practices, and coordination with supervisors, fitters, and inspection teams
• Delivered welds in compliance with project specifications and inspection requirements, supporting reliable installation quality and reduced rework risk
• Improved task execution consistency by following standardized setup and inspection routines, contributing to welding efficiency improvement of X%

Pipe Welder - GE Oil & Gas - Austin, TX

(2017-01 - 2018-09)

Responsible Area: Performed fabrication, fit-up, and welding work for piping systems in accordance with drawings, welding procedures, and safety requirements, supporting reliable installation and maintenance of industrial pipework.

• Interpreted isometric drawings, weld maps, and material specifications to prepare workpieces and confirm joint requirements
• Executed pipe cutting, beveling, alignment, tack welding, root pass, fill, and cap welds using approved processes such as GTAW/SMAW
• Coordinated with fitters, inspectors, and supervisors to complete visual inspection preparation, repair work, and documentation
• Skilled in pipe joint preparation, position welding, heat control, and defect prevention
• Familiar with WPS compliance, weld quality standards, basic NDT coordination, and jobsite safety practices including PPE, hot work permits, and hazard control
• Supported timely completion of assigned welding tasks while maintaining consistent weld appearance and procedure compliance
• Helped reduce rework by improving fit-up checks and pre-weld preparation, with weld acceptance rate reaching X% where records are available

Pipe Welder - Trevino Pipe Welding - Central Texas Area

(2016-01 - 2017-01)

Area of Responsibility: Performed pipe fabrication and welding work in line with approved drawings, welding procedures, safety standards, and project quality requirements, covering material preparation, fit-up support, welding execution, and inspection readiness.

• Interpreted isometric drawings, weld maps, and specifications to confirm pipe size, joint type, material grade, and welding requirements
• Prepared pipe ends through cutting, beveling, cleaning, alignment, and tack welding to ensure proper fit-up before final welding
• Executed welding using applicable processes such as SMAW, GTAW, or FCAW according to WPS requirements
• Coordinated with fitters, inspectors, and supervisors to resolve fit-up issues, repair weld defects, and maintain production flow
• Skilled in pipe welding techniques, weld joint preparation, and control of heat input, root pass quality, penetration, and weld appearance
• Familiar with WPS/PQR requirements, welding symbols, basic NDT expectations, hydrotest preparation, and workplace safety practices including PPE, hot work permits, and hazard prevention
• Delivered welds that met visual inspection and project quality standards, supporting smooth handover to inspection and testing stages
• Improved welding efficiency by X% through better preparation, tool readiness, and coordination with fit-up teams while maintaining safe work practices

Welder & Pipefitter - Plumbers & Pipefitters Union Local 286 - Central Texas Area

(2006-01 - 2016-01)

Various Contractors: Samsung, Dynamic Systems, Porter Co, etc. Working across various industries.

• Directed daily work assignments, coordinated fit-up, purge setup, weld sequencing, and inspection readiness to ensure high-quality execution across stainless steel tube and piping installations
• Set up, calibrated, and operated orbital welding equipment for critical welds, validating programs, tungsten condition, gas flow, and heat input to maintain consistent weld profile and penetration
• Interpreted weld maps, isometric drawings, WPS requirements, and project specifications
• Supported documentation packages including weld logs, traveler sign-offs, and traceability records for QA/QC review
• Identified root causes of weld defects related to alignment, purge quality, contamination, or parameter selection, implementing corrective actions that reduced rework
• Mentored junior welders on equipment setup, clean handling practices, fit-up standards, and safe work procedures while reinforcing adherence to site safety, cleanliness, and inspection requirements