Christopher Gonzales

Plumbing Service Technician

Flood Brothers

Studio City, CA

10.2021 - 07.2024

Inspected drainage systems for blockages and leaks.
Repaired and replaced worn or defective parts of plumbing systems.
Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
Connected water supply lines to fixtures like sinks, dishwashers, washing machines.
Performed routine maintenance on plumbing systems to ensure proper functioning.
Installed and maintained plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and tubs.
Educated customers on best practices for maintaining their home's plumbing system.
Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding service requests.
Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Provided customers with estimates for labor costs associated with repair jobs.
Diagnosed problems with water heaters and other components of the system.
Maintained accurate records of all work completed for billing purposes.
Repaired burst pipes by cutting out sections of piping and soldering new pieces in place.
Installed/adjust residential pressure regulator's and volume in pipe systems.
Ordered necessary supplies from vendors when needed.
Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex issues quickly and efficiently.
Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
Reviewed blueprints or building plans to determine the layout for plumbing systems.
Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
Replaced broken pipes using appropriate tools and materials.
Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
Shut off gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
Installed gas appliances such as stoves, dryers, furnaces and water heaters according to safety codes.
Used specialized tools such as augers, snakes and cameras to locate clogs in pipes.
Readied existing structures for installation of new plumbing components.
Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Answered calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.