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James Jordan

Covington,GA

Summary

Seasoned Fire Protection Journeyman with demonstrated skill and success in inspecting buildings, evaluating fire suppression systems and leading educational seminars for emergency professionals and concerned citizens. Focused on identifying violations, implementing corrective action plans and conducting ongoing monitoring to identify compliance concerns. Seek to apply expertise gained during 15+-years career and take on dynamic role in commercial setting.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Fabrication Welder

Great Southern Iron Works
02.2023 - Current
  • Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
  • Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
  • Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.

Forman/Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Palmetto Automatic Sprinkler
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.

Journeyman Pipefitter

State Sprinkler
06.2012 - 02.2022
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.

Pipefitter

Gwinnett Sprinkler Company
01.2008 - 04.2012
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newton County High School
1 Ram Way, Covington GA 30014
05.1992

Skills

    • Flux Core Arc Welding
    • Component Assembly
    • Foam-based systems
      • Blueprint interpretation
      • Water-based systems
      • Fire system installation

Timeline

Fabrication Welder

Great Southern Iron Works
02.2023 - Current

Forman/Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Palmetto Automatic Sprinkler
03.2022 - 02.2023

Journeyman Pipefitter

State Sprinkler
06.2012 - 02.2022

Pipefitter

Gwinnett Sprinkler Company
01.2008 - 04.2012

High School Diploma -

Newton County High School
James Jordan