Joel Rodriguez
Combo welder
Houston, TX
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Efficient and skilled welder with 8 years of experience in fabrication, welding, and assembly of metal structures and components. Proficient in various welding techniques, including Fcaw,MIG, TIG, and stick welding. Strong understanding of welding codes and standards, with certifications in AWS and ASME codes & standards. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, and interpret technical drawings. Bilingual in English and Spanish. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Welder/Fabricator
Action resource-Pasadena, TX
March 2024 to October 2024
Pit welding
Fabrication on diesel trucks
• Fabricated and assembled metal structures, components, and equipment according to blueprints, specifications, and welding codes
• Operated various types of welding equipment including MIG, TIG, and stick welders to join metal parts together
• Collaborated with engineers and designers to interpret technical drawings and develop efficient fabrication processes
• Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects requiring multiple fabricators for timely completion
• Troubleshot welding equipment malfunctions or defects, making necessary adjustments or repairs as needed
Pipe Welder
Robinson pipe and supply-Houston, TX
December 2023 to February 2024
6010/7018
4in 20in pipe
Flux core on carbon steel pipe
Position and roll out
Structural Welder
Tas-Houston, TX
July 2023 to November 2023
• MiG and flux core.
• Welding frames
• Production
• Grinding and sanding
• Proficient in assigned welding techniques
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings, including the ability to read weld symbols
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys.
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Conventional and precision measuring instruments
• Process inspection, certification, and documentation
• Welding equipment maintenance and inspection
• Finish grinding applications using manual and power tools Pipe Welder
LEE COMPANY-Huntsville, AL
November 2021 to June 2023
Cut, bevel, and prep pipe for welding. • Perform pipe fitting assembly per spool drawings holding correct welding gaps, dimensions, and fitting orientations. • Weld root, fill, and cap passes on carbon pipe.
(6010/7018) smaw 2in- 10in pipe and flux core on carbon steel. Tig on carbon and stainless Assemble and weld various structural steel products per drawing requirements. • Operates horizontal band saw, beveling machine, pipe positioners,torch, and leak testing equipment. Structural Welder
Tradesmen International-Houston, TX
July 2020 to October 2021
• Tig and stick in all positions carbon and
• Welding in all positions using 7018s
• Laying out, positioning and aligning
• Scissor lift etc to move around.
• Performed structural welding on various projects, including bridges, buildings, and industrial structures
• Operated welding equipment such as arc welders, MIG welders, and oxy-acetylene torches
• Executed high-quality welds in accordance with industry standards and project specifications
• Completed assigned projects within specified timeframes while meeting quality standards
• Fabricated metal components according to design specifications using cutting tools such as plasma cutters or saws
Tig Welder
Belh precision-Houston, TX
May 2018 to December 2019
Tig Welding stainless thin gauge sheet metal
(14g to 24g) sheet metal
304L fillers
• Assembling sinks,
• extractors,
• hoods,
• tables,
• stoves ovens
• Purging
• Spot welding
Structural Welder/Iron Worker
Tms contractors-Houston, TX
July 2017 to February 2018
mig, flux core and stick
Removed damaged metal using oxy-fuel or plasma
Welded on galvanized, carbon, black steel
Skilled welding in repairs, modifications, and fabrication Education
Trade school in Welding
IWA welding academy
September 2017 to May 2018