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Brian Alba

San Diego,CA

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction, I leveraged my problem-solving abilities and fixture installation expertise at ASI Hastings to significantly improve service delivery. My leadership in solar panel projects and concrete work showcases my reliability and teamwork skills, driving project success and minimizing rework needs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Plumber

Pacific Rim Mechanical
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Drilled and set anchor points for plumbing systems according to blueprints.
  • Set and installed rods, hangers and racking system to proper height using laser level.
  • Installed new piping systems on commercial buildings following local building codes and regulations.
  • Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.

Plumber Technician

ASI Hastings
08.2020 - 12.2024
  • Increased client retention through exceptional communication skills, explaining complex issues in a clear and concise manner.
  • Maximized equipment lifespan through proper installation techniques, ensuring long-lasting functionality for clients'' investment.
  • Minimized property damage during repair work by employing best practices in water mitigation techniques.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving plumbing issues.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a professional image while minimizing the risk of accidents or damage to client property.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Reduced callbacks for repairs by performing thorough diagnostics and implementing long-lasting fixes.

Solar Panel Installer Lead

ASI Hastings
08.2018 - 12.2024
  • Assembled, wired and connected solar panels to existing components and systems.
  • Maintained high-quality installations by performing routine inspections, identifying defects, and correcting any issues promptly.
  • Examined blueprints, technical documentation and customer facilities to determine appropriate locations for installations.
  • work from ladders, on rooftops to boom lifts
  • Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
  • Reduced installation times by streamlining processes and effectively managing resources.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale solar panel projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Optimized layout of solar panels on various roofing materials, ensuring stability and maximum exposure to sunlight.
  • Enhanced team productivity by leading training sessions on latest solar panel installation techniques.

Sac and Patch Concrete

Qualtech Concrete
11.2017 - 11.2018
  • Reduced project downtime by promptly completing assigned tasks, including patching holes, cracks, and other defects in concrete structures.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Tilt up concrete buildings
  • Grinding,Sack and Patch building structures fixing any damage or loose cement or bumps on finished concrete.
  • sand down buildings while paying attention to detail
  • work off boom and scissor lifts

Solar Installer 2

American Solar Direct
12.2012 - 02.2016
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and job plans, verified measurements and checked site conditions before installing any panels.
  • Ran wires and set up support structures for panels.
  • Consistently maintained a safe work environment by adhering to industry safety standards and conducting regular site inspections.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, permits, and safety guidelines during each phase of the solar installation process.

Concrete Construction Laborer

Tri Group Construction
06.2009 - 11.2012
  • Traffic Control in and around work zone area
  • Clean and prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
  • load, unload or identify building materials,machinery, or tools distributing them to the appropriate location according to project plans ans specifications.
  • Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, compact and level earth to grade specifications using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes.
  • position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete
  • smooth or finish freshly poured cement using floats, trowels, screed, finishing tools

Education

High School Diploma -

Samuel Gompers High School
San Diego, CA
06-2007

Skills

  • Soldering
  • Reliability
  • Fixture repair
  • Fixture Installation
  • Pipe Bending
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Pipe installation

Languages

English/Spanish

Timeline

Plumber

Pacific Rim Mechanical
01.2025 - 07.2025

Plumber Technician

ASI Hastings
08.2020 - 12.2024

Solar Panel Installer Lead

ASI Hastings
08.2018 - 12.2024

Sac and Patch Concrete

Qualtech Concrete
11.2017 - 11.2018

Solar Installer 2

American Solar Direct
12.2012 - 02.2016

Concrete Construction Laborer

Tri Group Construction
06.2009 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Samuel Gompers High School