Israel Gonzalez
New Rochelle,New York
Summary
Experienced Plumber Foreman with significant background in managing plumbing projects of varied scale. Strengths include leadership, project management, and implementing safety protocols. Have consistently delivered high-quality results while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Demonstrated ability to train junior staff members and improve team efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber Foreman
Citron brothers plumbing and heating
Tuckahoe, New York
03.2003 - 05.2025
- Inspected job sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained junior plumbers on safety protocols and best practices.
- Supervised plumbing installations and repairs for residential and commercial projects.
- Coordinated schedules and workflows for plumbing teams on-site.
- Managed inventory of plumbing supplies and tools for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with contractors to address plumbing system designs and layouts.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding plumbing services and maintenance options.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding plumbing services provided.
- Provided support to laborers by demonstrating techniques for proper pipe cutting, threading, soldering and brazing.
- Assisted in developing plans for new installations or modifications to existing systems.
- Reviewed blueprints before starting each project to determine best approach for successful completion.
- Diagnosed malfunctions in plumbing systems using testing instruments such as hydrostatic testers and pressure gauges.
- Developed project schedules based on established timelines for completion of tasks.
- Ordered necessary parts from suppliers as needed for jobsites.
- Recommended changes in procedures or use of equipment to increase efficiency of operations.
- Coordinated emergency repairs when required due to unexpected issues arising during projects.
- Scheduled maintenance services for clients on a regular basis.
- Created estimates for proposed plumbing projects based on customer requirements.
- Supervised and coordinated plumbing activities of workers engaged in installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes and fixtures associated with heating, water, and drainage systems.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Studied building plans and other materials to determine work aids required and proper installation sequences.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Recommended measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
- Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Perparratory 9
Mexico, ME06-1987
Skills
- Plumbing installation
- Blueprint reading
- System diagnostics
- Inventory management
- Technical training
- Safety compliance
- Pipe installation
- System troubleshooting
- Leak detection
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project coordination
- Customer relationship management
- Equipment maintenance
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Gas line installation
- Drainage systems
- Estimating costs
- Staff management
- Water system design
- Plumbing codes
- Scheduling and planning
- Emergency response
- Estimate preparation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Gas licenses
- drivers license
- certificate of southern Westchester Boces Plumbing 1 and 2
Timeline
Plumber Foreman
Citron brothers plumbing and heating
03.2003 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
Perparratory 9
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