Carlos Flores
Queens ,NY
Summary
Carlos Xavier Flores, im currently a member of the Local 638 UA here in NYC, relocating to Florida due to personal reasons involving my family. Experienced Sprinkler Fitter focused on providing safe and efficient installation work for new construction and remodeling projects. Familiar with all applicable codes, safety procedures and compliance standards. Looking to leverage several years of experience to pursue a long-term position. I have my SST 40, OSHA 30, and my book number for 638 if needed to be provided. Im hardworking and passionate about steamfitting/sprinkler fitting, just hoping to find myself a company just as versed for this next chapter in my life.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Rael Fire Protection
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Followed installation design plan to complete accurate work.
- Collected and removed debris from work locations.
- Installed sprinkler systems into new and existing buildings.
- Checked quality of personal and team workmanship to provide best service and safest systems to customers.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
HQ Mechanical
01.2020 - 11.2020
- 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.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Fire Extinguisher Technician
Rosewood Fire
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Repaired and replaced defective fire safety equipment such as sprinkler systems and fire extinguishers.
- Arranged for replacement of defective fire fighting equipment and repair of fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
- Located fire code violations and recommended actions to bring properties into compliance.
- Inspected physical condition of automatic sprinkler systems to report conditions and suggest repairs.
- Checked various multi-family residential and business construction sites to determine fire code compliance.
- Conducted internal investigations to determine negligence and violation of laws and regulations by fire department employees.
Oven Operator
H&S Bakery Inc
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Production-Commercial Baking
- Ensure feeds to the machines are properly adjusted to accommodate the product without causing damage
- Remove any product out of spec and regrind
- Corrects jam-ups from slicer as needed
- Removes products from line and places it on the appropriate rack/tray when machine is completed
- Sets up lanes for bagging properly
- Assists and follows changeover procedures when needed
- Make sure product is turned the appropriate direction (tops out)
- Make sure the proper number products are in the chute
- Assists operator in putting proper bags in machine
- Assists in cleaning up and following proper changeover procedures when necessary
- Cover other employees for break/lunches and perform job function
- Communicate any issues to the Machine Operator or Lead Supervisor
- Maintained work area and equipment to comply with company and sanitary standards.
- Performed inspections throughout processes to meet quality standards.
- Reduced and eliminated downtime to drive quality of products.
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Heads Up Fire Sprinklers Inc
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Assisted in performing inspections testing and maintenance/repairs of wet and dry sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA#25
- Assisted in accurately discerning and documenting deficiencies and impairments while performing inspections
- Direct handling of fire pumps, back flows and standpipes
- Identify corrective actions necessary to bring properties into compliance with applicable fire codes, laws, regulations, and standards, and explain these measures to property owners or their representatives.
- Followed installation design plan to complete accurate work.
- Installed sprinkler systems into new and existing buildings.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- 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.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
Sales Lead
City Hoops Inc.
12.2013 - 08.2016
- Managed store associates schedules and payroll
- Prioritized, organized, delegated, and communicated tasks to store associates based upon store goals
- Trained new and current associated about existing and newly implemented policies and promotions
- Motivated Sales associates to meet and exceed sales goal through client relations
- Organized merchandise on sales floor and created visual concepts according to current and future stock
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
Sales Associate
City Line Inc.
02.2012 - 07.2013
- Deliver excellent customer service which ensured ongoing sales and high level of customer satisfaction
- Work with customers to determine their needs and then recommend the right product ensuring the customers satisfaction
- Assist in ensuring that the product presentation area is clean and organized at all times
- Developed and cultivated strong buying relationships with customers
- Use company literature and available training resources to stay up to date on product features
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Cleaning Assistant
P&R Enterprise P.C
05.2009 - 06.2011
- Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them
- Gather and empty trash
- Service, clean, and supply restrooms
- Clean and polish furniture and fixtures
- Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees
- Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment
- Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications
- Steam-clean or shampoo carpets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patapsco High School
2012
Skills
- LEADERSHIP
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Articulate Communicator
- Empathetic Listener
- Strategic Vision & Project Planning
- Calm Under Pressure
- Operational Efficiencies
- Deadline Driven
- Talent Acquisition
- Mutual Compromise Finder
- Team Builder & Staff Leader
- Professional & Tenacious
- Strategic Plans
- Fabricate Parts
- Production Standards
- Leak Repair
- Inspect Systems
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Operational Improvements
- Safety Awareness
- Steel Cutting
- Heavy Labor
- Sprinkler Testing
- Shift Coverage
- Standpipe Systems
- Piping Fabrication and Installation
- Building Codes
- Fire Protection Systems
- Training Junior Team Members
- Construction Operations
- Safety Techniques
- Delivery Schedules
- Sprinkler System Installations
- Machine Operations
- Fall Protection
Certification
- Site Safety Training 40Hour - 06/24/2021 - 06/24/2026
- OSHA 30Hour Construction Safety and Health - 05/20/2021
- Certified Operator Training, USA&E - 08/08/2022 - 08/08/2026
- United Association Membership Card - Fire Protection Fitter - Local 638 - 04/01/2022
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Rael Fire Protection
12.2020 - 06.2023
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
HQ Mechanical
01.2020 - 11.2020
Fire Extinguisher Technician
Rosewood Fire
11.2018 - 12.2019
Oven Operator
H&S Bakery Inc
07.2017 - 02.2019
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Heads Up Fire Sprinklers Inc
08.2016 - 07.2017
Sales Lead
City Hoops Inc.
12.2013 - 08.2016
Sales Associate
City Line Inc.
02.2012 - 07.2013
Cleaning Assistant
P&R Enterprise P.C
05.2009 - 06.2011
High School Diploma -
Patapsco High School
- Site Safety Training 40Hour - 06/24/2021 - 06/24/2026
- OSHA 30Hour Construction Safety and Health - 05/20/2021
- Certified Operator Training, USA&E - 08/08/2022 - 08/08/2026
- United Association Membership Card - Fire Protection Fitter - Local 638 - 04/01/2022
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