Metal Fabrication Hands-On

WILVIS RAFAEL FUENMAYOR GUERRA

Cartagena, Bolívar – Colombia

Email: ****************@*******.***

Phone: +57-314*******

Professional Summary

Highly skilled and safety-focused Welder with over four years of hands-on experience in structural and pressure vessel fabrication. Proficient in various welding processes including SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW. Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and welding specifications, align and fit steel components, and execute high-quality welds in accordance with industry standards. Committed to continuous learning, teamwork, and delivering results that exceed expectations.

Professional Experience

Welder – Assembler

Metalpar – Cartagena, Colombia

September 2021 – December 2023

- Operated SMAW and GMAW welding equipment to fabricate and assemble pressure vessels and steel structures.

- Interpreted welding blueprints and specifications to ensure compliance with dimensional and technical requirements.

- Performed metal fitting, alignment, and preparation prior to welding.

- Conducted quality checks on welds and performed necessary rework.

- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work area, complying with all occupational safety standards.

- Occasionally worked from elevated platforms and outdoors.

Welder – Assembler

Sicim S.A.S – Colombia

September 2010 – December 2013

- Worked in the fabrication and installation of welded steel products, including vessel components.

- Aligned and leveled metal structures for bolting or welding using rigging and hoisting equipment.

- Conducted welding and flame-cutting operations following process specifications.

- Supported repairs by building up worn or damaged parts with extra welding layers.

Education

Secondary School Graduation Certificate

Colegio Diego Hernández de Gallegos, La Guajira – Colombia, 2006

Technical Training – Welding of Metallic Products in Plate

SENA (Servicio Nacional de Aprendizaje), Colombia — In Progress

Skills

- SMAW, GMAW, FCAW welding

- Structural steel fabrication and assembly

- Blueprint and technical drawing interpretation

- Welding process specifications

- Rigging and hoisting operations

- Elevated work platform operation

- Outdoor and height work readiness

- Team collaboration and workplace safety

Languages

- Spanish – Native

- English – Basic to Intermediate (in progress)

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