Craig Artz

Work History

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Climatec

Tucson, AZ

01.2019 - Current

Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Testing, Inspection and Maintenance of water based systems including wet systems, pre action systems, deluge systems, dry systems, and weekly, monthly and annual fire pump testing.
Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Conducted thorough inspects and tests of previously installed systems to locate and correct faults.
Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.

Journeyman Fire Sprinkler Systems Installer

Shambaugh & Son

Tucson, AZ

06.2018 - 01.2019

Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
Installed the sprinkler system at Amazon distribution center Kolb road facility.

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Navarette Fire Protection

Tucson, AZ

08.2015 - 06.2018

Managed efficient teams of up to 4 employees.
Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
Lead various projects from new installation, tenant improvement, retro fit, testing, inspection and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems in retail, restaurants, schools, churches, breweries, hotels, warehouses etc.

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Kellogg Fire N' Wire

Tucson, AZ

07.2010 - 01.2015

Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
Managed efficient teams of up to 14 employees.
Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
Installed fire sprinkler systems in buildings such as Home Depot, Super Wal Mart, Fry's, Safeway, Marshalls and other big box stores as well as medical facilities, schools, hotels etc.

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Kazal Fire Protection

Tucson, AZ

01.2010 - 07.2010

Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Worked on projects such as schools, fire stations, churches and military facilities

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Madera Mechanical

Tucson, AZ

01.2008 - 01.2010

Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Installed fire sprinkler systems in buildings such as college dorms, schools, call centers, retail, medical and residential dwellings.

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Kellogg Fire N' Wire

Tucson, AZ

11.1999 - 01.2008

Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
Managed efficient teams of up to 14 employees.
Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
From apprentice to fitter to foreman I worked on projects including various big box stores, retail, residential dwellings, mobile home manufacturing plants, Army core of engineers, restaurants, furniture stores, tire shops, hotels, schools, medical facilities, office spaces etc.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Journeyman Fire Sprinkler Systems Installer

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Fire Sprinkler Foreman

Education

Certification - Fire Pump Test, Inspection Testing And Maintenance

Skills

Certification

Timeline

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