Cristo Nieves
Miami,FL
Summary
Accomplished plumber with extensive experience, excelling in pipe installation and preventive maintenance. Proven ability to enhance system performance and ensure regulatory compliance. Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication foster teamwork and client satisfaction. Recognized for quick emergency response and meticulous project management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber
Miami Dade Public Schools
Miami, FL
07.2017 - Current
- Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate pipes and fittings.
- Recommended measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
Service Technician (Plumber)
Douglas Orr Plumbing Inc.
Miami Springs , FL
01.2013 - 07.2017
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures and schedules.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts with OEM replacements as necessary.
- Installed new plumbing systems according to manufacturer specifications.
- Consulted blueprints and manufacturer manuals to plan appropriate and effective repair work.
- Performed onsite plumbing repairs at customer locations.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls from clients needing immediate assistance.
- Assisted with installation projects at both residential and commercial sites.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Repaired faulty components such as pumps, valves, boilers, etc
- Traveled to customer locations to complete work for pre-set appointments.
- Assembled components into complete systems following blueprints or other instructions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Plumber Apprentice
Lion Plumbing
Miami , FL
04.2011 - 01.2013
- Removed old piping from buildings as part of remodeling projects.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on plumbing systems throughout the facility.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Replaced worn washers in faucets to stop leaking.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Cleaned work area after completing each job assignment.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Installed and maintained pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment in accordance with codes.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Tested plumbing systems for leaks using air and water pressure gauges.
- Connected gas lines to stoves and other appliances.
- Performed maintenance on boilers and hot water tanks.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ashworth High School
Norcross, GA12-2011
Douglas Orr Plumbing Education Center
Miami Florida Skills
- Pipe installation
- Leak detection
- Blueprint reading
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety inspections
- Customer service
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Parts replacement
- Regulatory compliance
- Emergency response
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking capacity
- Plumbing repairs
- Task prioritization
- Backflow prevention
- Valve repair
- Interpersonal skills
- Air and water piping
- Water heater maintenance
- Pipe installation expertise
- Industrial plumbing
- Inspect systems
- Mentoring and coaching
- Piping specifications
- Plumbing codes
- Pipe fabrication
- Blueprints and specifications
- Installation and maintenance
- Staff management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Blueprints
- Plumbing
- Effective communication
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Miami Dade County Master Plumber #201600560
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Plumber
Miami Dade Public Schools
07.2017 - Current
Service Technician (Plumber)
Douglas Orr Plumbing Inc.
01.2013 - 07.2017
Plumber Apprentice
Lion Plumbing
04.2011 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
Ashworth High School
Douglas Orr Plumbing Education Center