David Castro
Clover,SC
Summary
With a proven track record at Strada Services, I excel in drain cleaning and interpersonal communication, ensuring high-quality plumbing solutions. My expertise spans fixture installation to plumbing repairs, highlighted by a commitment to OSHA compliance and exceptional service delivery. Achievements include enhancing system efficiency and customer satisfaction, making me a valuable asset to any team. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber Technician
Strada Services
04.2020 - Current
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Worked non-standard and on-call hours and weekends on rotational basis and patiently focused on customer needs.
- 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.
Apprentice Plumber
Price Brothers Inc
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
- Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
- Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
- Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners.
- Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
- Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained plumbing tools and equipment to reduce potential downtime.
- Installed plumbing systems and fixtures in residential and commercial properties.
Electrical Apprentice
Wayne J Griffin Electric
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Optimized work readiness with organized tools and spaces.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
Apprentice Automotive Mechanic
Steve Moore Chevrolet
06.2014 - 04.2015
- Raised vehicle on hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
- Replaced gaskets, flushed coolant and performed tune-ups as part of minor vehicle maintenance.
- Advised customers on general vehicle condition, work performed and suggested future repairs.
- Conducted road tests on vehicles per to verify safe operating order of vehicle.
- Inspected cars to diagnose problems and perform repairs.
- Tuned automotive systems and components to optimize functionality and prolong life of each piece.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Explained maintenance and repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
Part Time Lockerroom Cleaner
Planet Fitness Gym
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
Education
Automotive Certification - Automotive Mechanics
NASCAR Technical Institute
Mooresville, NC06.2014
High School Diploma -
METS@Olympic High School
Charlotte, NC06.2012
Skills
- Drain Cleaning
- Fixture Installation
- Problem-Solving
- Plumbing Fixture Installation
- Water Heater Installation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Quality Control
- Plumbing Repairs
- Hand and power tools
- OSHA Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Drainage Repair
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plumber Technician
Strada Services
04.2020 - Current
Apprentice Plumber
Price Brothers Inc
07.2016 - 03.2020
Electrical Apprentice
Wayne J Griffin Electric
08.2015 - 05.2016
Apprentice Automotive Mechanic
Steve Moore Chevrolet
06.2014 - 04.2015
Part Time Lockerroom Cleaner
Planet Fitness Gym
01.2014 - 04.2014
Automotive Certification - Automotive Mechanics
NASCAR Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
METS@Olympic High School
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