Eric Oparko

Eric Oparko has a diverse work experience spanning over three decades. Eric began their career at L-TEC Welding & Cutting in 1987 as a Welding Engineer. Eric then moved to Liburdi Dimetrics in 1989, where they continued working as a Welding Engineer. In 1990, Eric joined EBO Engineering as a Welding Engineer, specializing in Welding Repairs. Eric then transitioned to BP & Arco Alaska in 1991, where they served as a QC Manager and Welding Engineer. In 1997, they joined Obrien Kreitzberg as a QA Engineer. Following that, they worked at Dames & Moore as a Project Engineer for a brief period in 1998. Currently, Eric is employed at Sacramento Regional Transit, where they have held various roles including QA Administrator and Manager of QA and TAM since August 2019. Overall, Eric has a broad range of experience in welding engineering, quality assurance, and project management.

Eric Oparko attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo from 1983 to 1987, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Engineering/Welding Metallurgy. Prior to that, from 1980 to 1982, they attended the College of San Mateo, where they earned an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Welding Technology. Eric Oparko also graduated from Hillsdale High School, although the specific years and degree information are not provided.

In terms of certifications, Eric Oparko is a Certified Welding Inspector obtained from AWS in December 1991. Additionally, they have certifications in various other areas such as Dye Penetrant Test Technician Level 2, Magnetic Particle Test Technician Level 2, Nuclear Gage Safety, Concrete Testing Technician, NACE Level 3 Coating Inspector, Prestressed Concrete, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Masonry, and Structural Steel and Welding Inspector. However, the specific months and years of obtaining these certifications are not specified.