Daniel Mccarty
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
A Multi-talented tradesman with over 18 years of experience in plumbing. Have acquired several license's along the way including, Master plumber, Refrigeration, and State backflow. Highly effective at taking on multiple projects at once. Experienced with complete residential and commercial construction as well as remodels, renovations and repairs. Proficient at providing clients with both technical and creative insight. Highly resourceful and skilled in problem solving.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CROSS CONECTIONS AND GREESE TRAP INSPECTOR
City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Utilities
01.2019 - Current
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
- Became a expert on grease traps
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
- Utilized city infrastructure programing
- Delivered detailed reports on findings from inspections, helping businesses understand and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Have attended Hampton roads FOG meetings to better city programs and protect the city sewer system
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections.
- Mentored junior inspectors, sharing expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing thorough inspections.
- Maintained accurate records of all inspections performed, allowing for more informed decision making.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of regulatory changes to ensure inspections were conducted in line with current laws.
- Fostered positive relationships with businesses and regulatory bodies, facilitating smoother inspection processes.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Obtained State backflow license
Mechanical Technician
Technical Services Inc.
12.2016 - 01.2019
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Obtain a refrigeration license
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Properly Cleaned and repaired ice machines
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of water and sewer systems.
- Kept detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work.
- Installed/Repaired commercial water heaters
- Improved machine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Installed/repaired commercial bathroom fixtures
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of technical issues and effective communication with clients throughout the service process.
- Repaired/replaced exhaust fans
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Troubleshot complex HVAC problems, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
- Repaired/installed recirculation pumps on water systems
- Utilized diagnostic equipment effectively in order to identify malfunctioning components within HVAC systems accurately.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Repaired and replaced motors, bearings and belts.
- Performed comprehensive preventative maintenance on various types of HVAC equipment, prolonging their lifespan.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Improved system efficiency by conducting thorough HVAC equipment inspections and maintenance.
- Repaired and replaced faulty motors, blowers, switches and compressor units.
Plumber Technician
Premier Plumbing
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Reduced callbacks for repairs by performing thorough diagnostics and implementing long-lasting fixes.
- Troubleshot diverse plumbing problems to accurately diagnose the root cause before commencing repairs.
- Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing plumbing issues and providing efficient solutions.
- Completed complex plumbing installations for residential and commercial clients, resulting in increased revenue for the company.
- Maximized productivity by maintaining an organized inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Plumbing Technician
Micheal and Sons
06.2012 - 08.2014
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Sales training
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through prompt resolution
- of technical issues and effective communication with clients though out service process.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
- Reduced callbacks by troubleshooting and diagnosing complex plumbing problems accurately.
- Documented cost of plumbing repairs and kept precise records of time and material.
- Supported business growth by providing expert advice on plumbing solutions and product recommendations to clients.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship by consistently delivering high-quality installations and repairs.
Plumbing Technician
Even Hibbs
08.2005 - 07.2012
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.Performed skilled pipefitting tasks using a variety of materials including copper, PVC, cast iron, and stainless steel piping systems.
- Use Pythagorean theorem to calculate pipe length when useing offsets
- Installed main sewer/water lines for buildings
- Blueprint reading and interpretation to ensure accurate implementation of plumbing system designs.
- Resolved complex plumbing issues through effective troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair strategies.
- Enhanced job site safety by conducting regular inspections, identifying potential hazards, and implementing corrective measures.
- Reduced callbacks by troubleshooting and diagnosing complex plumbing problems accurately.
- Laying out and completing sewer and water lines in Slabs.
- Was reliable and never called out
- Developed skill to complete plumbing jobs in all phases of new construction. (Slab, Rough in, Final)
- Drove a company vehicle with out accident
Education
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek High School
Chesapeake, VA06.2005
Plumbing
Norfolk Technical Center
Norfolk, VA08.2010
HVAC
HVAC Codes And Controls School
Virginia Beach, VA2018
Backflow Prevention Device
Paul D Camp Community College
Franklin, VA09.2017
Backflow Prevention Device
ASSE International Backflow Prevention Course
MD09.2022
Skills
- Operate portable power tools (eg, drills, routers, pneumatic nail guns, electric hammers, skills saws, sanders, band saws and reciprocating saws
- Use hand tools (eg, hammers, hand saws screw drivers, levels, tape measures, metal shears)
- Developed skill to complete plumbing jobs in all phases of new construction (Slab, Rough in, Final)
- Trained in Sales
- OSHA Compliance knowledge
- Work from blueprints, drawings and sketches
- Implementing safety plans on a job site
- Planning and estimating work projects
- Measuring and material layout
- Installed/repaired commercial bathroom fixtures
- Testing and repairing backflow devices
- Meeting deadlines
- Cleaned and repaired ice machines
- Maintenance of HVAC systems
- Installing DWV and water systems
- Installing electrical fixtures
- Locating broken plumbing pipes in the ground
- Use Pythagorean theorem to calculate pipe length when using offsets for DWV
- Installing doors and windows
- Troubleshooting water pressure issues
- Calculating and sizing grease traps
- Installing grease traps
- Installing and sizing water heaters commercial or residential
- Sizing, Installing, and repairing gas piping systems
- Drain cleaning for Commercial and residential buildings
- Installing plumbing systems in slabs
- Working with others
- Training new hires
- Computer skills including typing
- Using jackhammer/concrete saw to remove concrete flooring to make repairs underground
- Installing tubs and showers
- Repaired/replaced commercial kitchen exhaust fans
Timeline
CROSS CONECTIONS AND GREESE TRAP INSPECTOR
City of Virginia Beach Department of Public Utilities
01.2019 - Current
Mechanical Technician
Technical Services Inc.
12.2016 - 01.2019
Plumber Technician
Premier Plumbing
07.2014 - 07.2016
Plumbing Technician
Micheal and Sons
06.2012 - 08.2014
Plumbing Technician
Even Hibbs
08.2005 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Deep Creek High School
Plumbing
Norfolk Technical Center
HVAC
HVAC Codes And Controls School
Backflow Prevention Device
Paul D Camp Community College
Backflow Prevention Device
ASSE International Backflow Prevention Course
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