Jeremy LaFond
Coventry,CT
Summary
Resourceful Fire Sprinkler Inspector known for high productivity, detail oriented, and efficiency in completing inspections and maintenance tasks. Possess specialized skills in system testing, code compliance, and hazard analysis. Excels at customer service, problem-solving, communication, and time management to ensure safety and compliance in all projects.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Sprinkler Inspector
Encore Fire Protection
Middletown, CT
12.2022 - Current
- Testing Backflow Prevention devices using New England water works method.
- Help to lead Fire Pump testing crew
- Monthly and quarterly meet with teammates and managers to discuss new code, P&L's and effective operating procedures.
- Coordinated closely with local authorities having jurisdiction on matters concerning code compliance.
- Maintained records related to inspections performed on each system including reports that detail any deficiencies found during the inspection process.
- Visually Assessed system components for wear or damage due to corrosion or age.
- Provided training on proper use and maintenance of fire protection equipment to customers.
- Verified proper functioning of water flow alarms and other alarm devices associated with the system.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all types of fire suppression equipment including wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, pre-action systems, and deluge systems in accordance with NFPA standards.
Fire sprinkler apprentice
Innovative services Inc.
Tolland, CT
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Working side by side with licensed Sprinkler fitter, learning all aspects of the job.
- Installed fire sprinkler systems according to blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Performed testing procedures on newly installed systems to ensure functionality.
- Responded quickly and efficiently when called upon for emergency repair services outside normal business hours.
- Repaired existing systems when needed by replacing faulty components or sections of piping.
- Assisted in the fabrication of fire sprinkler pipes using threading machines and other tools.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes when installing new fire sprinkler systems.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Connected water supplies, valves, backflows and piping with various hand tools such as wrenches, impacts and pipe cutters.
- Used ladders, scaffolding and lifts as necessary in order to reach elevated work areas.
- Cleaned work areas after completing installations or repairs in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Meat Specialist
Big Y World Class market
Tolland, CT
01.2014 - 03.2022
- Act as department lead, training associates on standard procedure and best practices
- Assist with inventory and ordering
- Assist with product placement to increase sales weekly
Assistant Sales Manager
Big Y World Class market
Tolland, CT
08.2011 - 01.2014
- Actively met with team to exchange product selling strategies, which enhanced the customer experience and built rapport, causing a rise in repeat sales
- Collaborated with upper management to solve problems, in order to effectively anticipate customer needs
- Responsible for creating and managing all employee schedules and inventory ordering
- Utilized product placement strategies to decrease product loss
- Used de-escalation techniques to actively resolve customer complaints
- Known for "going above and beyond" for customers, consistently exceeding expectations
Fire Sprinkler apprentice
Innovative services Inc.
Tolland, CT
11.2006 - 02.2009
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on fire sprinklers throughout a facility to ensure they are working correctly.
- Responded quickly and efficiently when called upon for emergency repair services outside normal business hours.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Used ladders, scaffolding and lifts as necessary in order to reach elevated work areas.
- Assisted in the fabrication of fire sprinkler pipes using threading machines and other tools.
- Worked closely with supervisors and other team members to complete projects within specified time frame.
- Cleaned work areas after completing installations or repairs in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tolland High School
Tolland, CT06-2006
Skills
- Backflow prevention testing
- Goal-oriented
- NFPA standards compliance
- Building Collaborative Relationships
- Team Leadership
- Learning Quickly
- Hard working
- Fire pump testing
- Valve inspection
- Deficiency identification
- Corrosion detection
- Basic computer literacy
Accomplishments
- Completed and passed New England water works backflow prevention testing class.
- Leader for Fire pump testing crew at Encore fire protection.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Completed leadership development class for assistant sales manager.
Timeline
Fire Sprinkler Inspector
Encore Fire Protection
12.2022 - Current
Fire sprinkler apprentice
Innovative services Inc.
03.2022 - 12.2022
Meat Specialist
Big Y World Class market
01.2014 - 03.2022
Assistant Sales Manager
Big Y World Class market
08.2011 - 01.2014
Fire Sprinkler apprentice
Innovative services Inc.
11.2006 - 02.2009
High School Diploma -
Tolland High School