DeVante Garcia
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Professional plumbing expert skilled in installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and adapting to changing needs to achieve results. Reliable in diagnosing issues and providing effective solutions. Known for strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and effective communication with clients and team members.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Plumber
Sun Mechanical
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Streamlined project completion with efficient scheduling, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity.
- Minimized water damage during emergencies with rapid diagnosis and repair of leaks or burst pipes.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with [Tool] and [Tool].
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Diagnosed and repaired variety of issues, from simple leaks to complex system malfunctions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Journeyman Plumber
Complex Plumbing
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems in new construction projects.
- Mentored apprentice plumbers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards for quality workmanship.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with [Tool] and [Tool].
- 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.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Conducted thorough inspections of existing plumbing systems, identifying potential problems before they escalated into expensive repairs for clients.
Journeyman Plumber
Catalina Mechanical
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Contributed to team success in completing large-scale projects within tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems in new construction projects.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
- Minimized water damage during emergencies with rapid diagnosis and repair of leaks or burst pipes.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
Journeyman Plumber
Excel Mechanical
11.2017 - 02.2020
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Contributed to team success in completing large-scale projects within tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Mentored apprentice plumbers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards for quality workmanship.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
- Minimized water damage during emergencies with rapid diagnosis and repair of leaks or burst pipes.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
Apprentice Plumber
Sander Plumbing
02.2012 - 10.2017
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Worked from drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions to install and modify plumbing systems.
- Installed valves
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Desert View High
Tucson, AZSkills
- Gas line installation
- Plumbing tools usage
- Pipe soldering
- Blueprint reading
- Pipe threading
- Plumbing repairs
- Water heater installation
- Drainage repair
- Plumbing safety
- Fixture installation
- Remodels and new construction
- Pipe hanger installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Gas appliance installation
- Residential plumbing design
- Troubleshooting
- Pipe measuring
- Venting systems
- Piping installation
- Pressure testing
- Pipe wrapping
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Pipe testing
- Pipe installation
- Residential construction
- Water distribution systems
- Plumbing
- Waste system installation
- Backflow prevention
- Water softener installation
- Hand and power tools
- Plumbing codes
- Pipe reaming
- Pipe cutting
- Valve installation
- Blueprints
- Water heater maintenance
- Blueprints and specifications
- Commercial and residential jobs
Timeline
Journeyman Plumber
Sun Mechanical
05.2023 - 11.2024
Journeyman Plumber
Complex Plumbing
09.2022 - 03.2023
Journeyman Plumber
Catalina Mechanical
04.2020 - 08.2022
Journeyman Plumber
Excel Mechanical
11.2017 - 02.2020
Apprentice Plumber
Sander Plumbing
02.2012 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Desert View High
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