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Jim Reynolds

Palm Harbor,FL

Summary

Accomplished Senior Utility Inspector with a proven track record at Ayres Associates, enhancing pipeline safety and ensuring regulatory compliance. Expert in project organization and coordination, leveraging skills in electromagnetic cable location and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR). Demonstrated leadership in team and project coordination, significantly improving project outcomes through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Utility Inspector

Ayres Associates
11.2017 - Current
    • Enhanced pipeline safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
    • Ensured compliance with regulations, meticulously reviewing installation procedures and materials used in utilities projects.
    • Collaborated with construction teams to monitor progress and maintain quality standards throughout projects.
    • Developed positive working relationships with contractors, facilitating open communication channels for improved project outcomes.
    • Examined documents such as permits, applications and records for each location.
    • Assisted in resolving disputes related to utility installations through impartial inspections and detailed report documentation.

Construction Superintendent / Utility Inspector

ASH Engineering
10.2011 - 11.2017
  • Delivered reports to construction manager to detail project updates and likely completion dates, noting delays, and causes.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Managed subcontractors effectively, ensuring timely completion of tasks and high-quality workmanship.
  • Scheduled subcontractors, consultants and vendors to coordinate completion of jobs and tasks.
  • Coordinated pre-construction activities such as site assessments, permitting procedures, and material procurement to expedite the start of new projects effectively.

Plumbing Supervisor / Petroleum Foreman

CT Earle
02.2005 - 10.2011
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining plumbing installations and maintenance processes.
  • Trained junior plumbers in advanced plumbing techniques, improving their skills and contributing to team success.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing for materials used in projects.
  • Efficiently managed project budgets, maintaining accurate records for cost control purposes.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining petroleum (gas stations) tank and piping installations.
  • Maintained high levels of safety awareness within the team by conducting regular toolbox talks and implementing best practices.

Plumbing Apprentice / Plumbing Technician

GT Plumbing
01.2000 - 02.2005
  • Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under the guidance of skilled master plumbers.
  • Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
  • Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
  • Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
  • Increased efficiency of pipe installations by accurately measuring, cutting, threading, and assembling materials as needed.
  • Assisted master plumbers with complex projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines.

Plumbing Apprentice

Tom Shell Plumbing
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under the guidance of skilled master plumbers.
  • Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
  • Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
  • Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.

Fiber Optic Foremen

JDM Telecom
01.1995 - 01.1999
  • Install pipe on bridges, overpasses, and railway bridges.
  • Install fiber optic cable in pipes, conduit systems, and pull boxes.

Cable Splicer Apprentice

D.O Creasman
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Trained in various splicing techniques for both copper and fiber optic cables, resulting in high-quality installations.
  • Installed wiring, cabling and networking hardware on customer premises.
  • Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.

Laborer /Heavy Equipment Operator

A1 Excavating And Land Development
01.1990 - 01.1994
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Front end loader operator and grade tractor operator.
  • Fleet Maintenance lead.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hudson High School
Hudson, FL
06.1993

Skills

  • Excel spread sheet for material quantities
  • Pressure testing
  • Equipment operator
  • Electromagnetic Cable locator
  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
  • Team Lead and project coordinator
  • Subsurface Engineering Lead
  • Project organization and coordination

Timeline

Senior Utility Inspector

Ayres Associates
11.2017 - Current

Construction Superintendent / Utility Inspector

ASH Engineering
10.2011 - 11.2017

Plumbing Supervisor / Petroleum Foreman

CT Earle
02.2005 - 10.2011

Plumbing Apprentice / Plumbing Technician

GT Plumbing
01.2000 - 02.2005

Plumbing Apprentice

Tom Shell Plumbing
01.1999 - 01.2000

Fiber Optic Foremen

JDM Telecom
01.1995 - 01.1999

Cable Splicer Apprentice

D.O Creasman
01.1994 - 01.1995

Laborer /Heavy Equipment Operator

A1 Excavating And Land Development
01.1990 - 01.1994

High School Diploma -

Hudson High School
Jim Reynolds