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
