Heath Merritt
ElDorado,AR
Summary
Dependable, dedicated team player and top performer consistently meeting project deadlines and budget goals. Knowledgeable about importance of quality work and preventive maintenance. Over 10 years of experience in residential and commercial plumbing.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Plumber
Diversified Construction
11.2024 - Current
- Contributed to the company''s reputation for excellence by consistently meeting or exceeding performance metrics related to workmanship quality, timeliness of service delivery, and customer satisfaction ratings.
- Reduced callbacks by providing thorough inspections and implementing preventative maintenance measures for clients'' plumbing systems.
- Assisted in the development of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for clients, identifying potential issues and providing cost-effective solutions before problems escalated.
- Maintained safe working environments through regular site inspections, hazard assessments, and implementation of corrective actions when necessary.
- Streamlined project completion by effectively coordinating with contractors and other trades on job sites.
- Maximized project profitability by accurately estimating labor hours, material costs, and equipment rentals for various jobs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by accurately diagnosing and repairing complex plumbing issues in a timely manner.
- Ensured safety compliance by diligently adhering to local building codes and OSHA regulations during all plumbing tasks.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly while maintaining open lines of communication with clients throughout the process.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials to maintain optimal stock levels, reducing downtime on job sites.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with Tool and Tool.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- 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.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- 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.
- 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.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
Journeyman Plumber
Superior Facility Service
04.2020 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
Apprentice Plumber
Glenn Mechanical
03.2015 - 04.2020
- Assisted licensed plumbers in installation and repair of plumbing systems.
- Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
- Installed plumbing systems and fixtures in residential and commercial properties.
- Unclogged drains and replaced faulty fixtures to restore functionality to customer plumbing.
- Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Inspected and tested existing plumbing systems for compliance with building codes.
- Worked from drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions to install and modify plumbing systems.
- Cleaned and maintained plumbing tools and equipment to reduce potential downtime.
- Installed water heaters and sump pumps in alignment with industry best practices to support customer satisfaction.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and diagrams to verify project measurements and specifications.
- Fabricated, repaired and maintained diverse piping systems according to project specifications.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Education
Journeyman Plumber - Plumbing Technology
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR04.2019
Diploma - General Studies
Smackover High School
Smackover, AR05.2004
Skills
- Plumbing Repairs
- Remodels and New Construction
- Cooperative Team Member
- Pipeline Layout Design
- Troubleshooting
- Sewer and Domestic Water Lines
- Power Saws
- Equipment Operation; excavators, skid steer, backhoe, hydro jetter, etc
- Commercial Plumbing
- Systems Repair
- Following Safety Practices
- Water Closets
- Project Cost Estimation
- Drill Cutters
- Fall Protection
- Blueprints
- Basic Tools
- Blueprint Reading
- Safe Work Practices
- Burning Torch
- Leak Repair
- Septic System Installation
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Basic Math Aptitude
- Project Drawings
- ISO Drawing Interpretation
- System Testing
- Caulking
- Pipe System Maintenance
- Air and Water Piping Systems
- Welding and Brazing
- Piping Fabrication and Installation
- Water Heater Installation
- Heavy Labor
- Licensed Journeyman Plumber
- Pipe Fitting Processes
- Drain Cleaning
- Piping Installation
- Water Pressure Assessment
- Copper Soldering
- Hand and Power Tools
- Machine Operations
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Plumbing
- Pipe Measuring and Cutting
- Pump installation
- Gas line installation
- Residential plumbing
- Commercial plumbing
- Plumbing code compliance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Fixture installation
- Ventilation systems
- Pressure regulation
- Drainage system design
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Drainage systems repair
- Remodels and new construction
- Pipe installation expertise
- Blueprint reading
- Plumbing repairs
- Residential construction
- Residential plumbing design
- Commercial construction experience
- Silver and soft solder expert
- Project bids
- Sewer and domestic water lines
- Fixture repair
- Air and water piping
- ISO drawing interpretation
- Basic math aptitude
- Gas piping
- Quality production
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety conscious
- Power tool operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Pipe installation
- Plumbing fixture installation
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting
Timeline
Master Plumber
Diversified Construction
11.2024 - Current
Journeyman Plumber
Superior Facility Service
04.2020 - 11.2024
Apprentice Plumber
Glenn Mechanical
03.2015 - 04.2020
Journeyman Plumber - Plumbing Technology
South Arkansas Community College
Diploma - General Studies
Smackover High School
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