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Dana Wildrick

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Indiana licensed Plumber with 33 years of experience in plumbing system installation and maintenance. Consistently exceeds expectations for employer satisfaction and responds quickly to emergency situations. Enjoys and excels at mentoring apprentice plumbers. I've been a working supervisor the last 12 years of my career. I enjoy working with others and believe i have strong communication skills. My primary goal is to complete every job in a timely manner with the highest quality of standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Anderson Plumbing Co
Lafayette, IN
08.2021 - Current
  • Installed and maintained plumbing systems for commercial buildings.
  • Ensured all plumbing complies with relevant regulations and codes.
  • Maintained records of materials used for each job completed.
  • Conducted tests to check the performance of installed systems.
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Connected pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, soldering agents.
  • Executed plans by following blueprints or verbal instructions from supervisor.
  • Selected appropriate type of piping material according to project specifications.
  • Cleaned work area after completing tasks to ensure safety standards are met.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting malfunctions in plumbing system components.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and potential solutions.
  • Utilized power tools like saws and drills when necessary for installations or repairs.
  • Instructed apprentices about proper techniques for installing various types of pipes or fixtures.
  • Monitored stock levels of supplies needed for jobs to avoid delays due to shortages.
  • Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
  • Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project
  • Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
  • Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
  • Studied building plans and other materials to determine work aids required and proper installation sequences.
  • Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
  • Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
  • Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
  • Prepared project bids and gathered parts, labor and equipment needed for projects.
  • Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
  • Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
  • Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
  • Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
  • Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
  • Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
  • Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
  • Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.

Equipment Operator

Anderson Plumbing Co
Lafayette, IN
08.2021 - Current
  • Laid out walls for plumbing systems prior to excavating, per engineered drawings.
  • Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
  • Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
  • Assisted supervisors in preparing detailed reports related to completion of assigned jobs.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
  • Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Commercial Air Inc.
Lebanon, IN
05.2011 - 08.2021
  • All Skills and job performances are same as listed with current employer.

Education

LICENSED PLUMBER -

PLUMB TECH PLUMBING SCHOOL
Wabash, IN
01.1992

High School Diploma -

JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL
Lafayette, IN
01.1987

Skills

  • Custom Plumbing Systems Specialist; brazed, soldered, pressed copper piping/fittings
  • Installation of all types of fixture carriers; Zurn, JR Smith, Josam, ect
  • Staff Management
  • Blueprints
  • System Testing
  • Air,Water and drainage Piping
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • HDPE Fusion welding certified
  • Commercial Construction
  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Pipefitting Processes Expertise
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Project Management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Construction Management
  • Equipment Operation

Timeline

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Anderson Plumbing Co
08.2021 - Current

Equipment Operator

Anderson Plumbing Co
08.2021 - Current

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Commercial Air Inc.
05.2011 - 08.2021

LICENSED PLUMBER -

PLUMB TECH PLUMBING SCHOOL

High School Diploma -

JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL

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