LEONARDO R. CARDAÑA
San Francisco
Summary
10 years experienced welding professional skilled in SMAW, FCAW, MIG, and TIG processes, with a strong background in fabricating and fitting metal products. Adept at ensuring quality control and safety in various welding applications. Seeking to leverage welding expertise and technical skills to excel in a new position.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
SHIPYARD DRY DOCK WELDER
Okahara Kogyo
11.2025 - Current
- Welding and assembling metal structures and equipment using various welding techniques and equipment
- Interpreting blueprints and schematics to understand the specific welding requirements
- Maintaining and repairing ship hulls, engines, electrical systems, and other components
- Performing visual inspections and non-destructive tests of welds to identify any potential defects
- Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining a safe work environment
- Operated safety equipment and use safe work habits
SHIPYARD DRY DOCK WELDER
Anzai Kogyo Co.
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Welding and joining: Welds metal parts together using various arc welding processes, as well as gas welding or brazing, to build or repair a ships structure
- Ensures the structure can withstand the pressure of the ocean by properly joining components
- Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and replaces sections of the ship's hull
- Positions and clamps components together before welding and performs tasks like thermal cutting and grinding
- Conducts maintenance work in the dry dock and ensures the job site is clean and safe after completion
WELDER FABRICATOR
Katsurano Sangyo Co., Ltd.
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Produced and maintained metal products and structures according to client specifications
- Set up welding unit (SMAW, FCAW, MIG resistance, spot, stud) to desired amperage
- Manually adjust voltage and amperage setting based on the automatic machine speed and bead size
- Under limited supervision, performs welding applications with work teams
- Metal container ship and bulk ship and fabrication
- Repaired the back weld using cherry picker
FCAW WELDER
Hanji Heavy Industries & Construction Philippines
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Weld various components using FCAW process in flat, vertical, horizon and over head with ceramic and strong back plate
- Use of tools and equipment in a proficient manner to fabricate welding seams in the manufacturing environment
- Advice team leader of any discrepancies in and or shortage of required
- May be assign to any other projects or duties as designated by Team Leader
PLATE WELDER
EEI Construction And Marine Inc.
03.2014 - 04.2015
- Welding and joining: Welds metal parts together using various arc welding processes, as well as gas welding or brazing, to build or repair a ship's structure.
- Ensures the structure can withstand the pressure of the ocean by properly joining components.
- Repairs broken or cracked parts, fills holes, and replaces sections of the ship's hull.
- Positions and clamps components together before welding and performs tasks like thermal cutting and grinding
- Conducts maintenance work in the dry dock and ensures the job site is clean and safe after completion.
Education
TILE SETTING NCII -
SECONDARY -
Marfil National High School
Marfil, Agusan Del Sur 06.2009 - 01.2012
SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) NCII -
BLCI (Bislig, Livelihood, Consortium Inc.) TESDA
BisligPRIMARY -
Marfil Elementary School
Marfil, Agusan Del Sur 06.2003 - 03.2008
Skills
- Welding
- Cutting
- Fabricating
- Fitting
- Gouging
- Grinding
Disclaimer
I hereby promise that the information stated above are all true and liable.
Personal Information
- Age: 31
- Height: 5'2
- Weight: 56 kg
- Emergency Contact: Maria Jenica Paula V. Cardaña, 09387008741
- Date of Birth: 12/16/92
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Filipino
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Free Methodist
Timeline
SHIPYARD DRY DOCK WELDER
Okahara Kogyo
11.2025 - Current
SHIPYARD DRY DOCK WELDER
Anzai Kogyo Co.
12.2024 - 11.2025
WELDER FABRICATOR
Katsurano Sangyo Co., Ltd.
01.2017 - 01.2020
FCAW WELDER
Hanji Heavy Industries & Construction Philippines
05.2015 - 05.2016
PLATE WELDER
EEI Construction And Marine Inc.
03.2014 - 04.2015
SECONDARY -
Marfil National High School
06.2009 - 01.2012
PRIMARY -
Marfil Elementary School
06.2003 - 03.2008
TILE SETTING NCII -
SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) NCII -
BLCI (Bislig, Livelihood, Consortium Inc.) TESDA