Gabriel JR Torres
Belton
Summary
I am a team player and trying to get better every day as a man, friend, and employee. Highly skilled and versatile welder and fabricator with experience in structural, pipe, and vehicle fabrication. Proficient in SMAW, GTAW, FCAW and GMAW welding processes, with a strong understanding of AWS standards and blueprint reading. Proven ability to deliver high-quality work in both shop and field environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Tri cal inc
Gilroy
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Diagnosed and repaired heavy diesel engines and related systems.
- Conducted routine maintenance on fleet vehicles and machinery.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues efficiently.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical issues and safety compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance on fleet vehicles, including oil changes and tire rotations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and reduce downtime.
- Diagnosed faults by using technical knowledge, computer testing equipment and specialized tools.
Structural Welder and Fabricator/Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Peterbilt
Various Locations
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Performed structural welds and fabricated parts on-site at various locations throughout California.
- Interpreted and followed blueprints to ensure accurate and safe repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired heavy diesel engines and related systems.
- Conducted routine maintenance on fleet vehicles and machinery.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely vehicle repairs.
- Disassembled major assemblies such as transmissions, differentials and steering gears to replace worn components.
- Inspected brake systems including lines, hoses, drums and discs for wear defects.
- Operated diagnostic testing equipment to troubleshoot issues related to the engine system performance.
Welding Experience (During High School)
San Benito High School
Hollister
- Welded various projects as part of high school coursework.
Structural Welder and Fabricator
Coastal Fabrication
Monterey
- Fabricated and welded I-beams using FCAW and SMAW to build components according to specific blueprints.
- Ensured all field welds met required quality and safety standards.
Structural Welder/Pre-Fabricator
Evans pipe & steel
Clinton
- Fabricated gates and panels using table templates.
- Made other miscellaneous field welds and repairs.
Education
Welding Course -
Gabilian College
Gilroy, CA 08.2025 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
San Benito High School
Hollister, CA 08.2019 - 06.2023
Fabrication and Welding Course -
Cabrillo College
Santa Cruze, CA 06.2023 - 12.2023
Skills
- Welding Processes: SMAW FCAW GTAW GMAW
- Structural fab, pipe fitting
- Heavy equipment operation
- Blueprint Reading
- AWS qualified
- Torch cutting
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Heat treatment
- Common sense
- Driven worker
- On time
- Don’t complain
Timeline
Welding Course -
Gabilian College
08.2025 - 09.2025
Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Tri cal inc
11.2024 - 06.2025
Fabrication and Welding Course -
Cabrillo College
06.2023 - 12.2023
Structural Welder and Fabricator/Heavy Diesel Mechanic
Peterbilt
06.2023 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
San Benito High School
08.2019 - 06.2023
Welding Experience (During High School)
San Benito High School
Structural Welder and Fabricator
Coastal Fabrication
Structural Welder/Pre-Fabricator
Evans pipe & steel