Enrique L. Douglas

RESPONSABILITIES

• Participated in meetings with management team representatives in order to discuss current and daily work assignments.
• Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
• Prepared reports summarizing progress made on various plumbing projects throughout the year.
• Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
• Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
• Reviewed work orders to determine job requirements, materials needed, and estimated labor costs.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Created budgets for upcoming plumbing projects based on estimates from suppliers or subcontractors.
• Investigated potential problems concerning construction sites before assigning any personnel.
• Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
• Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
• Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
• Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
• Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
• Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
• Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
• Provided guidance or assistance whenever required during emergency situations involving broken pipes or flooding.
• Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
• Inspected completed work for conformance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in plumbing jobs and ordered additional materials when necessary.

STAFFING

• Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
• Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
• Supervised and coordinated the activities of several plumbers on a daily basis.
• Provided technical advice to staff members regarding installation techniques and safety procedures.
• Ensured that all employees followed safety protocols while working onsite.
• Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
• Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
• Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
• Assigned tasks to plumbers based on their skillset, experience, or availability.
• Maintained records of employee hours worked as well as expenses incurred during each project.
• Conducted performance reviews for subordinate staff members to identify areas requiring improvement or additional training.

HANDS ON

• Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
• Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
• Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
• Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
• Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
• Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
• Set up and took down drilling rig and equipment.
• Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
• Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
• Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
• Tested piping systems with water and air pressure to maintain balance and accuracy.
• Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
• Resolved customer complaints regarding plumbing services provided by staff members.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
• Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
• Trained new personnel in proper use of tools and equipment related to plumbing projects.
• Managed company errands and other essential duties.
• Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.