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Gavin Badders

Osawatomie

Summary

Dynamic plumbing apprentice with hands-on experience at BlueBill Plumbing, excelling in leak detection and effective communication. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Recognized for strong teamwork and problem-solving skills, contributing to successful installations and maintenance of plumbing systems in residential settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Plumbers apprentice

BlueBill Plumbing
Lacygne
04.2025 - Current
  • Assisted with installation of plumbing systems and fixtures in residential buildings.
  • Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and proper functionality.
  • Supported experienced plumbers during repair and maintenance tasks on various projects.
  • Learned safety protocols and adhered to regulations while on job sites.
  • Shadowed senior plumbers to understand plumbing layouts and techniques effectively.
  • Helped troubleshoot plumbing issues under supervision, gaining hands-on experience.
  • Organized work areas efficiently, facilitating smooth workflow during installations and repairs.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate daily activities and schedules.
  • Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
  • Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
  • Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
  • Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
  • Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
  • Maintained neat and well-organized worksites by removing debris and sharp objects and cleaning up after shift.
  • Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
  • Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
  • Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
  • Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
  • Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
  • Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
  • Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
  • Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
  • Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
  • Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.

Corrections Sergeant

MDOC
Licking
02.2022 - 04.2025
  • Supervised daily operations within the facility to ensure safety and security.
  • Coordinated inmate activities and compliance with facility regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of premises and equipment for safety hazards.
  • Managed incident reports and documentation in accordance with policies.
  • Trained new staff on procedures, protocols, and emergency response plans.
  • Facilitated communication between inmates and staff during various programs.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order within the facility.
  • Assisted in conflict resolution among inmates through effective mediation techniques.
  • Maintained records of all incidents involving inmates or personnel in the facility.
  • Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy and completeness.
  • Developed and implemented effective training programs for new staff members.
  • Organized daily work schedules for subordinate personnel based on needs assessment analysis results.
  • Monitored inmates' activities and behavior to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly and effectively.
  • Enforced security regulations, policies, and procedures within the facility.
  • Conducted regular searches of cells, common areas, visitors, mail. to detect contraband items.
  • Assessed potential risks posed by inmates and took appropriate action when necessary.
  • Provided guidance and advice to subordinate personnel on a variety of issues relating to their job responsibilities.
  • Evaluated subordinate personnel performance on a regular basis through observation or review of written reports and records produced by them.
  • Performed daily inspections of the facility's physical environment including buildings, grounds, equipment.
  • Interacted with other law enforcement agencies as needed on matters related to the facility's operations.
  • Investigated incidents resulting from violations of security regulations or criminal activity occurring within the facility.
  • Facilitated communication between various divisions within the department concerning operational changes or updates.
  • Participated in disciplinary hearings for inmates as necessary.
  • Supervised and provided direction to subordinate officers in the performance of their duties.
  • Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
  • Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
  • Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
  • Briefed superiors of incidents and misconduct and recommended disciplinary actions.
  • Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
  • Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and general public.
  • Safely transported inmates to and from work sites, maintaining physical headcounts at all times.
  • Supervised visitation and checked visitors for proper identification and contraband.
  • Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
  • Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
  • Assigned daily tasks and responsibilities to employees and filled out daily work logs.
  • Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
  • Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
  • Conducted scheduled headcounts to verify presence of prisoners.
  • Assigned and monitored training needs of subordinate staff members to close knowledge and performance gaps.
  • Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
  • Settled disputes between inmates.
  • Supervised and made cell assignments.
  • Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
  • Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
  • Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
  • Recorded prisoner identification, charges and incidents of inmate disturbance, keeping daily logs of prisoner activities.
  • Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
  • Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
  • Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Osawatomie High School
Osawatomie, KS
05-2017

Skills

  • Plumbing installation
  • Leak detection
  • Pipe fitting
  • Drainage installation
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Material transport coordination
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Pipe replacement
  • Safety practices
  • Basic repairs
  • Fixture installation
  • Pipe threading
  • Piping installation

Affiliations

  • Volunteer work with the Osawatomie High School community garden from 2014 through 2016.
  • Volunteer work with my local food pantry.

Timeline

Plumbers apprentice

BlueBill Plumbing
04.2025 - Current

Corrections Sergeant

MDOC
02.2022 - 04.2025

High School Diploma -

Osawatomie High School

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