Brian Frahm
Pekin,IL
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated and eager to pass knowledge and skills to Apprentices and Journeymen to ensure the future success of UA locals and their signatory contractors. Operates well in both individual and team capacities. Strong self starter work ethic and wealth of knowledge to quickly adapt to different scenarios in projects big and small. Resourceful and results driven with a passion for teaching.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Piping Superintendent
Mechanical Service, Inc.
Galesburg, IL
06.2020 - Current
- Oversaw the completion of multi-million dollar hospital, education, public and private commercial and industrial piping projects
- Determined and maintained manpower needs for multiple projects big and small simultaneously
- Monitored material inventory levels throughout the duration of multiple projects while coordinating timely deliveries from suppliers
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with coworkers, customers, subcontractors and suppliers
- Demonstrated expertise in supervising the installation of piping systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality control procedures and proper piping procedures
- Took part in project meetings and served as liaison between clients, architects, engineers, and sub-contractors
- Prepared estimates for labor costs associated with piping installations based on drawings provided by engineering teams
- Resolved conflicts between coworkers and contractors while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved in projects
- Oversaw the completion and quality control of piping projects large and small
- Supported and built rapport with clients in a manner designed to maintain long term relationships
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Installed, tested, and maintained steam and hydronic systems and related equipment in accordance with safety regulations
- Hardworking, highly motivated and eager to pass knowledge and skills to Apprentices and Journeymen to ensure the future success of UA locals and their signatory contractors
- Operates well in both individual and team capacities
- Strong self starter work ethic and wealth of knowledge to quickly adapt to different scenarios in projects big and small
- Resourceful and results driven with a passion for teaching
Steamfitter General Foreman
Warner Mechanical
Edwards, IL
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Oversaw the completion of multi-million dollar hospital, education, public and private commercial and industrial piping projects
- Determined and maintained manpower needs for multiple projects big and small simultaneously
- Monitored material inventory levels throughout the duration of multiple projects while coordinating timely deliveries from suppliers
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with coworkers, customers, subcontractors and suppliers
- Demonstrated expertise in supervising the installation of piping systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality control procedures and proper piping procedures
- Took part in project meetings and served as liaison between clients, architects, engineers, and sub-contractors
- Prepared estimates for labor costs associated with piping installations based on drawings provided by engineering teams
- Resolved conflicts between coworkers and contractors while maintaining positive relationships with all parties involved in projects
- Oversaw the completion and quality control of piping projects large and small
- Supported and built rapport with clients in a manner designed to maintain long term relationships
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Installed, tested, and maintained steam and hydronic systems and related equipment in accordance with safety regulations
- Hardworking, highly motivated and eager to pass knowledge and skills to Apprentices and Journeymen to ensure the future success of UA locals and their signatory contractors
- Operates well in both individual and team capacities
- Strong self starter work ethic and wealth of knowledge to quickly adapt to different scenarios in projects big and small
- Resourceful and results driven with a passion for teaching
Steamfitter Foreman
Warner Plumbing
Edwards, IL
08.2013 - 01.2018
- Mentored Journeymen and Apprentices in proper piping procedures
- Diagnosed and repaired various types of valves and pumps used in steam and hydronic systems
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- Oversaw steamfitter journeymen and apprentices in the installation and maintenance of steam and hydronic systems
- Developed long lasting relationships with customers, coworkers, other contractors and members of other skilled trades
- Taught Math, Science, Drafting, Valve Maintenance and Repair, Hydronics, Soldering/Brazing and Pipefitter Layout to hundreds of 1st to 5th year apprentices and journeymen
- Attended and graduated from the UA Instructor Training Program in Ann Arbor Michigan, gaining Instructor Certifications in Valve Maintenance and Repair, and the UA Star exam
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for professional success
- Created lesson plans and tests to assist in student learning of proper piping practices and techniques
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other relevant data related to student performance
- Served as mentor and role model for learners by demonstrating appropriate behavior
- Installed, tested, and maintained steam and hydronic systems and related equipment in accordance with safety regulations and proper piping practices
- Repaired various types of pipes, valves and pumps used in steam and hydronic systems
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- Assisted in the installation of new piping systems for commercial and industrial buildings
- Planned pipe system layout, installation, or repair, according to specifications
- Continued to build longstanding relationships with customers, other contractors and tradesmen
- Took responsibility of contracted piping work performed at a leading medical center in Peoria Illinois
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- CFC Universal
Steamfitter Foreman
Mechanical Service Inc
Galesburg and Peoria, IL
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Mentored Journeymen and Apprentices in proper piping procedures
- Diagnosed and repaired various types of valves and pumps used in steam and hydronic systems
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- Oversaw steamfitter journeymen and apprentices in the installation and maintenance of steam and hydronic systems
- Developed long lasting relationships with customers, coworkers, other contractors and members of other skilled trades
- Taught Math, Science, Drafting, Valve Maintenance and Repair, Hydronics, Soldering/Brazing and Pipefitter Layout to hundreds of 1st to 5th year apprentices and journeymen
- Attended and graduated from the UA Instructor Training Program in Ann Arbor Michigan, gaining Instructor Certifications in Valve Maintenance and Repair, and the UA Star exam
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for professional success
- Created lesson plans and tests to assist in student learning of proper piping practices and techniques
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other relevant data related to student performance
- Served as mentor and role model for learners by demonstrating appropriate behavior
- Installed, tested, and maintained steam and hydronic systems and related equipment in accordance with safety regulations and proper piping practices
- Repaired various types of pipes, valves and pumps used in steam and hydronic systems
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- Assisted in the installation of new piping systems for commercial and industrial buildings
- Planned pipe system layout, installation, or repair, according to specifications
- Continued to build longstanding relationships with customers, other contractors and tradesmen
- Took responsibility of contracted piping work performed at a leading medical center in Peoria Illinois
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- CFC Universal
Steamfitter Foreman
Gingher Process Piping
East Peoria, IL
09.2006 - 05.2011
- Mentored Journeymen and Apprentices in proper piping procedures
- Diagnosed and repaired various types of valves and pumps used in steam and hydronic systems
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- Oversaw steamfitter journeymen and apprentices in the installation and maintenance of steam and hydronic systems
- Developed long lasting relationships with customers, coworkers, other contractors and members of other skilled trades
- Taught Math, Science, Drafting, Valve Maintenance and Repair, Hydronics, Soldering/Brazing and Pipefitter Layout to hundreds of 1st to 5th year apprentices and journeymen
- Attended and graduated from the UA Instructor Training Program in Ann Arbor Michigan, gaining Instructor Certifications in Valve Maintenance and Repair, and the UA Star exam
- Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for professional success
- Created lesson plans and tests to assist in student learning of proper piping practices and techniques
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other relevant data related to student performance
- Served as mentor and role model for learners by demonstrating appropriate behavior
- Installed, tested, and maintained steam and hydronic systems and related equipment in accordance with safety regulations and proper piping practices
- Repaired various types of pipes, valves and pumps used in steam and hydronic systems
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- Assisted in the installation of new piping systems for commercial and industrial buildings
- Planned pipe system layout, installation, or repair, according to specifications
- Continued to build longstanding relationships with customers, other contractors and tradesmen
- Took responsibility of contracted piping work performed at a leading medical center in Peoria Illinois
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine layout requirements
- CFC Universal
Journeyman Steamfitter
Gingher Process Piping
East Peoria, IL
05.2005 - 09.2006
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Oversaw the installation and testing of new piping systems in public and private commercial, industrial and medical buildings
- Oversaw the maintenance of existing piping systems of public and private commercial, industrial and medical buildings
- Estimated time, material and labor costs for use in project planning
- Began building long term relationships with customers, other contractors and tradesmen
- Worked collaboratively with other trades personnel to help finish new construction and remodel jobs in a variety of industries
- Continued learning under the supervision of many knowledgeable Journeymen and Foremen
- Utilized my certifications in Welding, Med Gas, Rigging and Signal calling at jobs in medical buildings, schools and other construction environments
- Continued to take advantage of the Steamfitter LU 353 trade school to further grow and learn new skills
- Assisted other Journeymen in the installation and maintenance of piping installations, pumps, boilers, chillers and other hydronic and steam systems
- Learned how to work independently and be self-motivated while employed as an Apprentice for local signatory contractors
- Participated in hands-on learning activities, trainings, and workshops at the Steamfitter LU 353 trade school
- Gained certifications in Welding, Universal CFC, Medical Gas installation, Geothermal Installations, Rigging and Crane signalling and OSHA 30
- Performed tasks as directed by supervisor or journeyman
- Developed proficiency in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing piping systems
Apprentice Steamfitter
Gingher Process Piping
East Peoria, IL
05.2003 - 05.2005
- Troubleshot system problems using schematics, diagrams, technical manuals
- Oversaw the installation and testing of new piping systems in public and private commercial, industrial and medical buildings
- Oversaw the maintenance of existing piping systems of public and private commercial, industrial and medical buildings
- Estimated time, material and labor costs for use in project planning
- Began building long term relationships with customers, other contractors and tradesmen
- Worked collaboratively with other trades personnel to help finish new construction and remodel jobs in a variety of industries
- Continued learning under the supervision of many knowledgeable Journeymen and Foremen
- Utilized my certifications in Welding, Med Gas, Rigging and Signal calling at jobs in medical buildings, schools and other construction environments
- Continued to take advantage of the Steamfitter LU 353 trade school to further grow and learn new skills
- Assisted other Journeymen in the installation and maintenance of piping installations, pumps, boilers, chillers and other hydronic and steam systems
- Learned how to work independently and be self-motivated while employed as an Apprentice for local signatory contractors
- Participated in hands-on learning activities, trainings, and workshops at the Steamfitter LU 353 trade school
- Gained certifications in Welding, Universal CFC, Medical Gas installation, Geothermal Installations, Rigging and Crane signalling and OSHA 30
- Performed tasks as directed by supervisor or journeyman
- Developed proficiency in installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing piping systems
Education
UA Instructor Training Program
Ann Arbor Michigan09.2013
Steamfitters Local 353 Trade School
Peoria IL04.2005
Skills
- Quality assurance and control
- Piping Design and Layout Expertise
- Problem-solving abilities
- Employee Training
- Multitasking Abilities
- Hardworking and Reliable
- Always Eager to Learn New Skills
- Relationship Builder
Certification
- Industrial Rigging with Signal Person Cert EPRI
- Med Gas NFPA
- OSHA 30
- UA Weld 63 (GTAW/SMAW)
- UA-PE1 (Plastic Fusion)
- CFC Universal
Timeline
Piping Superintendent
Mechanical Service, Inc.
06.2020 - Current
Steamfitter General Foreman
Warner Mechanical
01.2018 - 06.2020
Steamfitter Foreman
Warner Plumbing
08.2013 - 01.2018
Steamfitter Foreman
Mechanical Service Inc
05.2011 - 08.2013
Steamfitter Foreman
Gingher Process Piping
09.2006 - 05.2011
Journeyman Steamfitter
Gingher Process Piping
05.2005 - 09.2006
Apprentice Steamfitter
Gingher Process Piping
05.2003 - 05.2005
UA Instructor Training Program
Steamfitters Local 353 Trade School
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