Jeremiah Cooper-Rice
Kitts Hill,OH
Summary
Accomplished Lead Pipe Layer at Little Creek Construction, recognized for enhancing job site safety through rigorous adherence to OSHA regulations. Expert in pipe installation and pressure testing, fostering positive working relationships while training new team members. Proven ability to minimize waste and reduce costs through precise measurements and effective collaboration with utility companies.
Knowledgeable laborer with solid background in pipe laying, leading teams to ensure efficient and precise installation. Demonstrated capability in managing projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Proven expertise in trenching and backfilling operations, and effective team collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Pipe Layer
Little Creek Construction
05.2021 - Current
- Increased safety on job sites by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA regulations and conducting regular safety meetings.
- Utilized appropriate materials and tools to connect pipe pieces and seal joints.
- Ensured accurate pipe measurements, leading to minimal waste and reduced material costs.
- Collaborated with utility companies to identify locations of existing underground infrastructure, preventing damage during excavation process.
- Monitored fellow workers to promote safety and productivity.
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation purposes while maintaining exceptional safety standards.
- Regularly inspected completed work for quality assurance purposes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client expectations.
- Assembled pipes to pass required pressure tests.
- Pressure tested and chlorinated lines to ensure they are safe to put into service.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Installed new hydrants, valves and lines to meet fire department needs and protect residents.
- Read and understood drawings, written instructions and blueprints to plan work and layout pipe.
- Accessed existing pipes, repaired issues.
- Trained new team members on proper pipe laying techniques, improving overall team efficiency and quality of workmanship.
Pipe Layer
CJ Hughes Construction
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and water pipe systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dawson Bryant
Coal Grove, Oh03-2020
Skills
- Trench safety
- Sewer line installation
- Water main installation
- Pipe joining
- Heavy equipment operation
- Backfilling techniques
- Confined space entry
- Blueprint interpretation
- OSHA regulations
- Traffic control
- Underground utilities
- Asphalt repair
- Pipe cutting
- Positive working relationships
- Equipment and tools
- Pipe installation
- Heavy lifting
- Pressure testing
- Water and sewer piping
- Leak detection
- Valve installation
- Backhoe operation
- Safety protocols
- Blueprint reading
Certification
dot physical
Timeline
Lead Pipe Layer
Little Creek Construction
05.2021 - Current
Pipe Layer
CJ Hughes Construction
09.2020 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Dawson Bryant
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