Gilbert Lovato
Englewood,CO
Summary
Skilled Pipefitter with a proven track record at Frontier Fire Protection, showcasing exceptional pipefitting and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates a strong commitment to learning and improvement, fostering teamwork and efficiency on both commercial and residential projects.
Professional with strong expertise in pipefitting, known for reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Skilled in blueprint reading, some welding, and pipe installation, with solid background in maintaining safety standards and ensuring project efficiency. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and delivering high-quality results, consistently meeting changing demands and achieving project goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter
Performance Fire Protection
11.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability when working including commercial, industrial, and residential buildings.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Participated in ongoing education opportunities to continuously improve skills as a Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice.
- Adhere to local, state, and national fire safety codes and regulations.
- Collaborate with project managers, construction professionals, and team members to meet project goals and deadlines.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Enhanced collaboration among team members by sharing best practices learned from previous experiences as a Sprinkler Fitter Apprentice.
- Contributed to the growth of the company by consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personality.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Pipefitter
Frontier Fire Protection
09.2019 - 10.2022
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Optimized workflow by organizing tools and materials beforehand, setting stage for efficient task execution.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Steel Worker
JD Steel
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Demonstrated adaptability in tackling diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure work like bridges or tunnels.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Bachelor - Fire Science
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI04.2024
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
Denver, CO05.2012
Skills
- Safety procedures
- Blueprints and specifications
- Pipefitting and Measuring
- Material cutting
- Installation and maintenance
- Pipe threading
- Pressure testing
- Welding
- Hand and power tools
- Emergency repairs
- Commercial construction experience
- Residential construction
- Material prepping
- Blueprint analysis
- Soldering copper pipes
- Leak detection
- Valve installation
- Cutting and threading
- OSHA rules and regulations
- Piping layout
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
- Heavy lifting
- Emergency response
- Safety inspection
- Commercial and residential jobs
Affiliations
Local Union 669 - Participating in continued education programs. That are held monthly all year round.
Certification
OSHA-10
Timeline
Pipefitter
Performance Fire Protection
11.2022 - Current
Pipefitter
Frontier Fire Protection
09.2019 - 10.2022
Steel Worker
JD Steel
05.2016 - 08.2019
OSHA-10
Bachelor - Fire Science
Washtenaw Community College
High School Diploma -
Abraham Lincoln High School
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