David Palmer
McKinney,TX
Summary
Proven adeptness in soldering pipes and exceptional teamwork highlighted during a three year tenure at N.E.U. Plumbing. Mastered gas line installation and fostered efficiency, significantly enhancing team productivity. Energetic Plumbing Apprentice effective at organizing and cleaning up worksites to keep jobs moving smoothly. Good repair and maintenance skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Apprentice
N.E.U. Plumbing
10.2021 - 11.2024
- Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under guidance of skilled master plumbers.
- Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
- Enhanced team productivity by maintaining clean, organized work environment for plumbing tasks.
- Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting schedules or techniques when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in project scope.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Implemented safety protocols on job sites to minimize risks and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
- Prevented potential leaks by meticulously testing newly installed lines before finalizing installation.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring necessary tools and supplies were readily available for each job site.
- Improved job site efficiency, organizing tools and equipment for easy access.
- Streamlined inventory management to prevent shortages of essential supplies.
- Supported lead plumbers in complex repairs, learning advanced techniques in process.
- 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.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes, often by eye.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
Fast Food Worker
Taco Cabana
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
- Wiped counters and sanitized equipment to maintain clean food prep and dining areas.
- Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
- Collaborated with team members to quickly fill large orders and serve large parties.
- Provided support to crew members, facilitating quick food preparation and delivery.
Restaurant Waiter
Cotton Patch Cafe
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas for optimal guest experience.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
Collin County Community College
McKinney, TXSkills
- Soldering pipes
- Gas line installation
- Pipe threading
- Pipe installation
- Pressure testing
- Pipe replacement
- Leak detection
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Equipment safety
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Plumbing Apprentice
N.E.U. Plumbing
10.2021 - 11.2024
Fast Food Worker
Taco Cabana
03.2019 - 10.2021
Restaurant Waiter
Cotton Patch Cafe
05.2017 - 03.2019
No Degree - General Studies
Collin County Community College
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