EDWIN BARASA
NAIROBI
Summary
Talented Fabrication Welder skilled in reading and applying technical drawings and consistently delivering high quality of welding products . Excellent attention to detail resulting in reduced waste and increased productivity . Operated machinery to fabricate items and comply with government guidelines . Seasoned worker with years of experience fabricating items to specification . Complied with government regulations and company policies to create a safe environment for the team . To seek and maintain full - time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills , excellent time management and problem - solving skills .
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator/ Construction
Keda International Ltd
06.2016 - Current
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Resolved weld - related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices .
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs .
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents .
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition .
- Tested strength and quality of welds using tension , bend and penetration tests .
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality .
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications .
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects .
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders .
- Inspected pieces for defects , measured , and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications .
- Assisted in training new solderers on soldering procedures .
- Welded metal components in vertical , overhead and flat positions .
- Welded various connections with high - quality final results .
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment , staying alert and following procedures.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust , slag , and other materials to ready surfaces for welding .
- Cut , grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools .
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions , wire brushes and grinders .
- Prepared for assembly by positioning , aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises .
Gas Cutter
Imara Steel Company Ltd
02.2013 - 11.2015
- Sharpened and changed blades per set schedule to prevent quality decay .
- Operated cutting machine according to all safety protocols .
- Kept equipment clean and maintained in order to meet requirements .
- Fabricated large and small parts per drawing and assembled parts as required.
Welding Fabricator
Mombasa Cement Ltd
01.2010 - 08.2012
- hecked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs .
- Resolved weld - related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices .
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams . Documented welding on specified work order .
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition .
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects .
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders .
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces .
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents .
Education
Welding And Fabrication - Welding And Fabrication
Bamburi Polytechnic
Mombasa11.2008
High School Diploma -
St. AugaustinSecondary School
Kakamega County11.2006
Skills
- Torch cutting
- Overhead crane inspection
- Safety procedures
- Gas metal Arc welding
- pipe welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Parts fabrication
- Drilling machines
Languages
Swahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Additional Information
Mr. Li Sui Ping
Chinese Supervisor
Keda International Ltd
Tel: +254748753721
Decarlvines Okingo Ojiambo
Pastor
J.O.M. ministries Isinya
Tel: +254713300974
Simon Karanja Thuo
Director Assistant
Keda International Ltd
Tel: +254714796935
Timeline
Welding Fabricator/ Construction
Keda International Ltd
06.2016 - Current
Gas Cutter
Imara Steel Company Ltd
02.2013 - 11.2015
Welding Fabricator
Mombasa Cement Ltd
01.2010 - 08.2012
Welding And Fabrication - Welding And Fabrication
Bamburi Polytechnic
High School Diploma -
St. AugaustinSecondary School
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