Richard Estrella has over 7 years of experience as a millwright, pipefitter, and welder. He has expertise in industrial process piping and maintenance in the oil and gas industry. He is knowledgeable in welding, pipefitting, machinery repair, and precision measurement. Richard is willing to relocate for work and has experience in California.

1. Richard Estrella
7 years experienced and reliable Millwright, Pipefitter, Welder
Turlock, CA 95382
rickestrella0606@gmail.com - 951-902-7185
Expertise in industrial process piping. In depth understanding of the construction,
maintenance, and repair process in the oil and gas industry. Assembling and
conducting periodic maintenance checks on the machinery and repair a variety of
concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists as
necessary.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
WORK EXPERIENCE
Millwright Journeyman
Tradesman International - Alameda, CA - January 2016 to Present
Diagnosed welding machines and welding defects, resolved problems creating the defects.
Experienced working with stainless steel and black iron.
Knowledgeable in the use of precision instruments, micrometers, calipers, and snap gauges.
Checked for proper welding parameters and proper application procedure.
Performed regular maintenance on long haul tractor-trailer equipment.
Maintained, serviced, repaired, altered, adjusted, modified, updated, and upgraded machines and equipment
in service.
Performed steel fabrication working from blueprints and drawings.
Participated in vehicle service and troubleshooting course.
Processed, confirmed, and posted work requests.
Set up, tested, diagnosed, adjusted, and modified newly installed welding
machines and equipment.
Measured parts to determine wear, determined which parts are serviceable or non-serviceable, replaced
defective components, and reassembled units.
Repaired serviceable parts onsite or sent to support/depot level for more
complicated work.Inspected, removed, repaired, adjusted, reassembled, and installed various parts including
the gear box, compressor (fan), augmentor,
augmentor exhaust nozzle, turbine section, engine accessories (such as exciter,
fuel pump, anti-ice valve, igniter, and fuel control), engine manifolds/electrical
wiring, and core engine.Repaired pumps, valves, and hydraulic
systems.Replaced clutches, transmissions and drivelines.
Performed hourly, quarterly, and time compliance inspections to determine which parts need repair or
replacement.
Pipefitter Journeyman
Contractors Resource Inc - San Bernardino, CA - June 2015 to September 2015
Industrial Construction Ensured compliance of process controls at machining and assembly areas.
Facilitated design and development required for the fabrication and modification of tooling apparatuses.
Studied specifications documents, such as blueprints and sketches, to plan
sequence of operations and set up machine tools.

2. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot creatively, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions while
successfully guiding others through constant
change.
Conducted all phases of construction procedures, organizing, and coordinating
projects for maximum efficiency.Completed projects on schedule.
Inspected work in progress to ensure that work conforms to contract
specifications and adheres to established work schedules.
Effectively implemented and enforced all company safety programs.
Skilled in all aspects of construction and inspection.
Millwright/Welder
FST Sand and Gravel - Corona, CA - January 2015 to March 2015
Experienced in shop maintenance and supervision.
Have used Arc, Mig, & Tig welding machines.
Diagnosed wiring, fuel, and air line problems. Diagnosed welding machines and welding defects, resolved
problems creating the defects.
Able to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
Audited weld wire inventory and use.
Experienced in Tig, Mig, and Stick welding for fabricating and repairing parts.
Experienced working with stainless steel and black iron.
Pipefitter Mechanic
Mac Inc - Riverside, CA - September 2014 to December 2014
Lay out, fabricate, assemble, and install piping systems and fixtures
Install equipment for steam, hot water, heating and cooling systems, and industrial systems
Read blueprints to select materials according to job specifications
Plan installation sequences and thread and end pipes with a pipe bending
machine
Use cemented, wiped, soldered, chalked, or threaded joints to assemble and join piping
Secure pipes and piping systems with hangers, brackets, and clamps
Use pressure building to test piping systems for leaks
Repair and maintain pipe systems and components and secure pipes to radiators and tanks
Select materials such as supports, hangers and hydraulic cylinders according to each work process
Boilermaker Apprentice
Boilermakers Local 92 - Bloomington, CA - November 2007 to May 2013
Completed Local 92 Boilermakers Apprenticeship and worked my way up to
Journeyman.
Paid out and positioned parts to be welded according to specifications
Welded components and assemblies using electric, gas and arc welding
equipment
Melted lead bars, wires and scrap for fabrication purposes
Assisted in installing and repairing equipment such as lead pipes, valves and tank linings
Determined needed equipment, tools and welding methods for each welding
project
Welder
Irwin Industries Inc - Long Beach, CA - August 2012 to October 2012
Consult job orders to comprehend assigned welding work

3. Lay out and position parts and assemblies in accordance to specifications
Weld components and assemblies using welding equipment and tools
Cut pieces in accordance to work orders using powered saws and chipping knives
Create heat to bond metals by using electrical currents
Repair work pieces by dismantling, reshaping, straightening and reassembling
parts
Melt lead bars and wires and add lead to joints to mold them into reusable forms
Use hammers to correct bulges in metal work pieces
Handle metal reshaping, straightening and bending machines
Operate brazing and soldering equipment to assist in performing welding work
Repair improperly welded pieces and fabricate new parts
EDUCATION
Certificate in Welding Fabrication
Center for Employment Training - San Bernardino, CA
2008 to 2009
Heavy Equipment
Southern California College of Construction - San Bernardino, CA
2008
Building Maintenance
Center for Employment Training - San Bernardino, CA
2008
Diploma in General Studies
receive High School - Lancaster, CA
2007
CERTIFICATIONS
Welding Certification
Heavy Equipment Operator
Building Maintenance NCCER & NAHETS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Work well as a team member or independently.
• Resourceful, energetic, competent, multi-task and results-oriented.
• Ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans.
• Ability to work at heights or in cramped spaces.
• Good verbal communication skills.
• Functional use of all precision tools for the purpose of measurement, fitting, and
verification.
• Flexible in availability to hours, days and overall changes as needed by
management.