Andre Espinal
Summary
Experienced plumber with a strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and a proven track record of effective collaboration and mentoring. Possessing versatile communication skills enhances team performance while delivering exceptional plumbing services that meet regulatory standards. Reliable, responsible plumber with over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial & industrial plumbing. Expertise in safety compliance and project management ensures timely, high-quality workmanship and known for exceptional problem-solving and attention to detail. Successfully reducing callbacks by implementing thorough diagnostics and high-quality repairs, consistently exceeding client expectations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber
Andre's Plumbing & Heating Services
Howard Beach, NY
04.2004 - Current
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems on residential and commercial buildings, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and codes.
- Managed project timelines, ensuring the timely completion of installations and repairs.
- Utilized advanced plumbing tools and technologies to improve service delivery and accuracy.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new water piping systems along with proper venting in various types of buildings, following local building codes and regulations.
- Rough-in Plumbing Specialist.
- Installed a new water Heater Electric or Gas and troubleshoot it, repaired or serviced it.
- Troubleshot diverse plumbing problems to accurately diagnose the root cause before commencing repairs.
- Reduced callbacks for repairs by performing thorough diagnostics and implementing long-lasting fixes.
- Maintained, installed, repaired, and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps, and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed, and reached.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Installed new gas lines for commercial & residential from meter bars throughout the entire building.
- Installed new water ManaBloc for proper water distribution.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings, following local building codes and regulations.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards, enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Cleaned all major sewer/drain pipe clogged lines.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout the duration of each project.
- Independently worked on projects while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with different power tools (Jack-Hammer, Concrete Core Drill).
- Collaborated with contractors and architects to design efficient plumbing solutions for new projects.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues, providing effective solutions to reduce downtime for clients.
- Installed new boiler, steam & hydronics systems, along with troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing.
- Installed toilets, vanities, faucets, shower body, all major bathroom fixtures, commercial and residential.
- Installed new floor-heated systems (hydronic or electrical)
- Wired 120Volts or 24Volts to all major electrical components for boilers and hvac systems, including thermostats.
- Installed multi-zone mini-splits throughout entire commercial or residential buildings, along with proper electrical wiring.
- Installed new main water & sewer lines, worked with PEX, Cast Iron, Copper, PVC, Galvanized pipes, used cinch clamps and propress tool, and soldering to make solid leak-proof connections.
- Pipe threaded all major natural or propane gas lines 1/2" to 2" on commercial and residential buildings.
- Installed all major flue piping and ensured proper installation to prevent hazardous combustion gases from building up indoors.
- Performed all air pressure tests on gas lines to ensure no leaks.
- Install new water tanks and new well pumps along with wiring.
- Installed floor mop sinks, grease traps, and a back-flow preventer on commercial and residential.
Education
High School Diploma - 900 Hours of Plumbing & Pipefitting Program
Apex Plumbing & Electrical Trade School Program
Long Island City, NY02.2004
High School Diploma -
Eastern District High School
Brooklyn, NY06.1996
Skills
- Project planning
- Construction scheduling
- Critical thinking
- Reliability & Punctuality
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Multifaceted Abilities
- Possess diverse qualities
- Hardworking and reliable
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Residential and Commercial Construction
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Heating
- HVAC
- Codes compliance
- Permitting
- Operations oversight
- Blueprint reading
- Safety compliance
- Construction estimating expert
Timeline
Plumber
Andre's Plumbing & Heating Services
04.2004 - Current
High School Diploma - 900 Hours of Plumbing & Pipefitting Program
Apex Plumbing & Electrical Trade School Program
High School Diploma -
Eastern District High School