Zair Fiallos
Morgan City
Summary
Dedicated welder with expertise in arc welding, blueprint interpretation, and quality assurance. Committed to safety compliance and team collaboration to ensure high-quality structural assembly.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Fitter and Welder
Southern Fabrication
Houma
11.2024 - 05.2026
- Welded joints together according to specifications using arc welding techniques.
- Assembled structural components per engineering specifications and blueprints, contributing to project accuracy.
- Interpreted technical drawings to ensure proper fit and alignment of structures.
- Operated welding equipment to securely and accurately join metal parts, ensuring structural integrity.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance during fabrication tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during structural fitting operations.
- Cut and bent sheet metal using tools to create specific shapes for fabrication.
- Supported welding activities by positioning and tacking clips and brackets securely into place.
- Performed grinding operations on finished products to remove excess material or sharp edges.
- Utilized hoisting equipment to move heavy steel members into place during assembly process.
- Operated overhead cranes, forklifts, and other lifting devices during assembly processes.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Installed pre-fabricated metal structures such as columns, beams and girders according to specifications.
- Aligned structural steel components using measuring instruments such as levels, plumb bobs and squares.
- Repaired damaged structural steel members by cutting out defective areas and replacing them with new material.
Offshore fitter and Welder
UPCS
New Iberia
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Assembled components to meet specifications and quality standards, ensuring reliability and safety.
- Trained new employees on safe handling of tools and equipment, enhancing team safety culture.
- Followed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools, ensuring optimal performance and reducing downtime.
- Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
Fitter
Conrad
Morgan City
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Operated cutting torch to perform precision metal fabrication tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise cutting specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, improving overall team efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols and guidelines in all operational activities.
Fitter
Bollinger Shipyards
Amelia
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
- Fit and welded piping to prevent leakage.
- Installed piping systems for water, gas, steam and other liquids according to blueprints.
- Assembled components according to technical specifications and safety guidelines.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on tools to ensure reliability and safety.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts, restoring machinery functionality and minimizing downtime.
- Installed and modified metal refractory lining support structures, enhancing safety and efficiency in firebox operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enlaces
Honduras11-2018
Skills
- Welding techniques
- Arc welding
- Structural assembly
- Metal fabrication
- Blueprint interpretation
- Reading drawings
- Cutting materials
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Safety practices
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Structural Fitter and Welder
Southern Fabrication
11.2024 - 05.2026
Offshore fitter and Welder
UPCS
01.2022 - 01.2024
Fitter
Conrad
02.2021 - 03.2022
Fitter
Bollinger Shipyards
10.2020 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Enlaces