Christian Rodriguez
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Plumber with many years of experience in plumbing system installation and maintenance. Consistently exceeds expectations for customer satisfaction and responds quickly to emergency situations. Enjoys and excels at mentoring apprentice plumbers.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Installer
Perry Plumbing and Pipelining
San Diego
12.2021 - Current
- Repaired damaged sewer lines by replacing sections or patching holes with epoxy compounds or cement mortar patches.
- Replaced broken pipes and fittings to ensure proper water flow.
- Performed maintenance on existing plumbing systems to identify potential issues or repair needs.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Plumbing Technician
HPS Mechanical Inc.
San Diego, California
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Located clogged drains using cameras or ultrasonic locating devices.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Installed valves for controlling water flow from tanks and mains.
- Cleaned kitchen grease traps to prevent blockages in waste lines.
- Performed preventive maintenance on boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers and related equipment.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Adhered strictly to all safety protocols while working onsite.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Assembled fittings such as elbows, tees, unions, flanges.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
Plumbing Apprentice
Fix Plumbing & Drains
Chula Vista, California
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Removed old materials from installations prior to replacing them.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Traced source of leaks in residential and commercial buildings.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by joining them with a welder.
- Positioned and secured workpieces using hoists, wire and banding machines or hand tools.
- Adjusted machine settings to obtain optimal results with each weld joint.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Followed safety guidelines while operating specialized machinery.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Prepared and maintained welding equipment, such as torches, jigs, and fixtures.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all welding machines in order to keep them running efficiently.
- Loaded materials onto the designated racks for processing according to specifications outlined in blueprints or other documents.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment or defective materials and notified supervisors.
- Repaired faulty connections between components using hand tools such as tweezers and pliers.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe working environment.
- Followed standard operating procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Identified discrepancies in the manufacturing process by examining rejected components.
Warehouse Clerk
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
San Diego, California
10.2014 - 05.2019
- Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels.
- Communicated with carrier representatives to follow specific procedures and make special delivery arrangements.
- Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trucks using lift gates or ramps, dollies, hand trucks or other equipment as necessary.
- Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
Education
Associate of Science -
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA08-2018
Skills
- Plumbing code compliance
- Pipe bending techniques
- Cross-connection control
- Energy efficiency awareness
- Soldering and brazing techniques
- Water heater installation
- Ventilation system installation
- Fixture assembly proficiency
- Valve repair and replacement
- Inventory management
- Pipe installation expertise
- Drainage systems
- Pump installation and maintenance
- Pipe cutting and threading
- Water treatment system experience
- Pressure testing systems
- Waste disposal systems
- Gas line installation
- Safety protocol adherence
- Backflow prevention
Timeline
Plumbing Technician
HPS Mechanical Inc.
06.2023 - 10.2023
Plumbing Installer
Perry Plumbing and Pipelining
12.2021 - Current
Plumbing Apprentice
Fix Plumbing & Drains
05.2021 - 12.2021
Warehouse Clerk
Ferguson Enterprises LLC
10.2014 - 05.2019
Associate of Science -
San Diego Mesa College