Douglas Bell Jr
Phoenix,NY
Summary
Highly trained Pipefitter offering excellent skills in managing teams and running and cutting copper. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing pipe systems is highly sought.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipe Fitter Foreman
Coolsys/ABC
05.2011 - Current
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Managed efficient teams of up to six employees.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
Journeyman Plumber
Woodcock And Armani
04.2008 - 05.2011
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- 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.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Managed job site hazards by accurately locating biohazards, low-grade radiation and chemicals.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with sawzalls, hole saws, jackhammers, and core drills.
- 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.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
Plumber
Upstate Mechanical
05.2000 - 04.2008
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with Sawzalls, Core drills, Hole saws, jack hammers.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
John C Birdlebough High School
Phoenix, NY1984
Skills
- Hand and Power Tools
- Worksite Safety
- Work Order Management
- Blueprint Analysis
- Materials Ordering
- Commercial Pipefitting
- Plumbing
- Material Cutting
- Pipefitting
- Blueprints and Specifications
- Emergency Repairs
- Material Prepping
- Installation and Maintenance
- Commercial Construction
Timeline
Pipe Fitter Foreman
Coolsys/ABC
05.2011 - Current
Journeyman Plumber
Woodcock And Armani
04.2008 - 05.2011
Plumber
Upstate Mechanical
05.2000 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
John C Birdlebough High School