Johnny Padilla

Lead Pipe Layer

jp murphy inc

fort myers

10.2018 - Current

Supervised pipe laying operations to ensure adherence to safety standards.
Trained junior staff on pipe installation techniques and best practices.
Inspected materials and tools for quality prior to project commencement.
Managed equipment maintenance schedules to ensure operational readiness.
Implemented safety protocols during trenching and excavation procedures.
Repaired sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
Adhered to company equipment policies and safety procedures to avoid accidents and mishaps.
Performed preventative maintenance on machinery regularly, minimizing downtime due to mechanical issues.
Coordinated with other contractors regarding the placement of underground utilities in order to minimize conflicts between projects.
Assigned, supervised and monitored the work of pipe layers to ensure that tasks were completed safely and efficiently.
Managed crews effectively by delegating responsibilities among team members according to their skill level.
Established clear goals and expectations for each member of the team before beginning a task.
Evaluated soil conditions prior to digging trenches in order to determine the most effective methods for installing pipes.
Utilized surveying instruments such as levels, transits and lasers during pipeline installations.
Inspected pipes for defects prior to installation and ensured that all safety protocols were followed.
Assessed pipes to ensure zero leakage and proper functionality.
Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
Directed equipment operators and alerted to hazards by using effective hand signals.
Operated rollers, front-end loaders and backhoes for site work.
Located existing pipes requiring repair or replacement using magnetic and radio indicators.
Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
Operated backhoe to dig trenches for water and sewer pipe.