Joseph Bauer
Seaford,NY
Summary
Accomplished Journeyman with extensive experience in construction install, demonstrating expertise in pipefitting procedures and blueprint reading. Proven track record in working with teams to complete large-scale projects efficiently, significantly improving project outcomes. Dependable pipefitter, dedicated team player. Knowledgeable about importance of quality work and preventive maintenance. Over 10 years of experience
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Plumber
Northwell Health
08.2020 - 07.2024
- Mentored apprentice plumbers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards for quality workmanship.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems in new construction projects.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Minimized water damage during emergencies with rapid diagnosis and repair of leaks or burst pipes.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Improved system performance by conducting thorough inspections, preventative maintenance, and timely repairs on various plumbing systems.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Contributed to team success in completing large-scale projects within tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Optimized system efficiency through regular maintenance of water heaters, sump pumps, septic tanks, drain cleaning equipment among other devices involved in the plumbing process.
Plumber
Pristina Plumbing
11.2016 - 03.2020
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring proper tools and materials were readily available for each job.
- Reduced water waste for clients by installing eco-friendly fixtures and appliances.
Pipefitter
Sav Mor Mechanical Inc.
06.2014 - 09.2018
- Installed industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by working with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by working closely with plumbers, steamfitters, and welders on diverse job sites.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and calculating required materials for each project, minimizing waste.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Assisted in achieving project deadlines through effective organization of work assignments and prioritization of tasks based on urgency.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Education
Steamfitter - Pipefitting
USWU JATF
Bohemia, NY09.2019
Skills
- Pipe soldering
- Blueprint Reading
- Pipe threading
- Pipefitting procedures
- Remodels and new construction
- Commercial construction experience
- Pipe Hanger Installation
- Fixture Installation
- Piping installation
- Pipe wrapping
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Cooperative team member
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe tracing
- Pipe Grooving
- Emergency Response
- Potable water systems
- Manual rigging installation
- Pipe Tapping
- Hydronic Heating
- Equipment monitoring
- Pipe Freezing
- Pipe reaming
- System Testing
- Layout planning
- Basic Carpentry
- Safety Protocols
- Installation and maintenance
- Heavy Lifting
- OSHA Compliance
Timeline
Journeyman Plumber
Northwell Health
08.2020 - 07.2024
Plumber
Pristina Plumbing
11.2016 - 03.2020
Pipefitter
Sav Mor Mechanical Inc.
06.2014 - 09.2018
Steamfitter - Pipefitting
USWU JATF