Craig Tonghini
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Skilled Facilities Manager with talent for building relationships, directing maintenance workers, and offering technical support to owners and tenants. Forward-thinking problem-solver with top-notch planning and decision-making skills.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Facilities Coordinator/Licensed Journeyman Plumber
Venture Tech Solutions
Sunrise, Florida
12.2022 - Current
- Directed emergency response to serious building issues to contain problems, control damages and develop corrective plans.
- Conducted regular inspections on building systems to verify proper operating conditions.
- Participated in architectural and engineering planning and design.
- Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, appliances, and systems according to codes.
- Utilized hand tools such as saws, drills, pipe cutters, wrenches, reamers, threaders. in order to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured that all work areas were kept clean throughout the duration of each project.
- Repaired or replaced broken water lines, waste disposal units, faucets, shower heads, hot water tanks, and other related.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe .
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures .
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence..
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety .
Business Owner
Just Get It Done Plumbing
Margate, Florida
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Analyzed competitor's pricing and product offerings in order to remain competitive within the market.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
Field Foreman /Journeyman Plumber
Southcoast Plumbing Contractors
Boynton Beach, Boynton Beach, Florida
07.2005 - 08.2022
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers .
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Provided guidance and support for crews when needed during difficult tasks or problems encountered .
- Ensured that all crew members followed safety regulations set by OSHA at all times.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Provided technical assistance as needed with regards to construction techniques or problem solving issues related to field operations.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
Plumbing Program Instructor
South Tech Vocational School
Boynton Beach, Florida
09.1998 - 05.2005
- Organized and led activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development.
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development
- Developed and implemented a variety of educational programs to meet the needs of students.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
- Built strong and trusting relationships with students, identified and implemented personalized technology needs and delivered constructive feedback to help students meet goals.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through effective classroom management techniques.
Education
Journeyman Plumber - Plumbing And Construction
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05-1995
Bachelor of Science - Aviation/ Electrical Engineering
Washington State University
Pullman, WA05-1987
Skills
- Public safety
- Budget administration
- Record keeping
- Special projects
- Environmental compliance
- Relocations
- Work orders
- Building walk-throughs
- Construction
- Equipment set up
- Repairs and maintenance
- Maintenance
- Plumbing systems
Career Goal
My career goal is to become a highly effective educator who consistently cultivates a positive learning environment, empower students to reach their full potential and staying updated with innovated teaching methods to deliver engaging and impactful lessons.
Timeline
Facilities Coordinator/Licensed Journeyman Plumber
Venture Tech Solutions
12.2022 - Current
Business Owner
Just Get It Done Plumbing
09.2019 - 08.2022
Field Foreman /Journeyman Plumber
Southcoast Plumbing Contractors
07.2005 - 08.2022
Plumbing Program Instructor
South Tech Vocational School
09.1998 - 05.2005
Journeyman Plumber - Plumbing And Construction
Palm Beach State College
Bachelor of Science - Aviation/ Electrical Engineering
Washington State University