Joseph Guzaman
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Foreman
Allied fire protecion
San Antonio, Tx
01.2021 - Current
- Trained new employees on proper pipefitting techniques in order to ensure safe operations at all times.
- Adhered strictly to company policies while working on-site at client locations.
- Inspected existing piping systems for potential issues or hazards prior to installation of new components.
- Provided technical advice to customers regarding their fire protection needs.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all types of fire suppression equipment including wet pipe systems, dry pipe systems, pre-action systems, deluge systems and foam and water misting systems.
- Tested newly installed fire sprinkler systems for proper operation and water flow.
- Researched alternative solutions to complex problems encountered during installation or repair work.
- Repaired existing fire sprinkler systems by replacing defective components, such as pipes, valves, nozzles, heads, and fittings.
Lead Service Technician
Bear fire protection
San Antonio, TX
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Tested and approved newly installed fire protection systems.
- Compiled reports documenting test results and identified non-compliant issues for correction or repair.
- Monitored progress of contractors performing work on site ensuring that all work is completed according to specifications.
- Installed sprinkler heads, piping systems and other related components in accordance with NFPA guidelines.
- Calculated water supply requirements for sprinkler systems based on building occupancy type, size, and hazard level.
- Educated customers about their fire protection system needs according to current codes and regulations.
- Coordinated with other trades personnel such as electricians or plumbers when needed.
- Installed, tested, and maintained fire suppression systems.
- Ensured that all materials used meet applicable NFPA standards.
- Worked closely with local AHJ's during inspection process.
Pipefitter
Firetrol Protection System Services
San Antonio, TX
05.2018 - 01.2021
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Assisted in the installation of fire sprinkler systems, including pipe cutting, threading, and fitting.
- Performed inspections and maintenance of existing fire protection systems.
- Installed wet and dry standpipe systems, including all associated valves and fittings.
- Participated in the fabrication of steel piping for fire suppression systems.
- Tested newly installed fire protection systems according to NFPA 25 guidelines.
- Operated tools such as saws, drills, grinders, torches and hand tools in a safe manner while performing job duties.
- Completed multiple fire prevention safety training.
Education
High School Diploma -
Medina Valley High School
Castroville, TX01-2009
Skills
- Work order processing
- Material ordering
- Task Delegation
- Tool management
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
- Safety Compliance
- Outside Contractor Oversight
- Visual Inspection
- Tool and Parts Inventory Oversight
- Decision-Making
- Worker Training
- Personnel Management
- Equipment Operation
- Time management abilities
- Effective Communication
- Construction Methods
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Maintenance Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Heavy Lifting
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Professional Demeanor
- Team building
- Goal Setting
- Attention to Detail
- Written Communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
- Problem-solving aptitude
- OSHA Compliance
Timeline
Service Foreman
Allied fire protecion
01.2021 - Current
Lead Service Technician
Bear fire protection
02.2019 - 01.2021
Pipefitter
Firetrol Protection System Services
05.2018 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Medina Valley High School