Joseph Swanson
Havertown,PA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in creating drawings, estimating and field drafting for a variety of construction projects. Proficient in AutoCAD. Proven ability to quickly learn new procedures, policy, software and technologies. Very adaptable to fluid situations. Committed to producing high quality, accurate drawings to meet project specifications and deadlines. Professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage abilities to successfully fill the vacancy for Drafting Supervisor of the planning department. Frequently praised as hard-working by peers/management. Can be relied upon to help the planning department at PGW to achieve its goals. Will bring a point of view from installations and maintenance of gas mains/services to inside the office.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AutoCAD Draftsman
Philadelphia Gas Works
01.2023 - Current
- Autocad draftsman proficient in field drafting, estimating, and new business drawings.
- Created accurate CAD drawings from hand sketches (field drafting), verbal instructions, site visits, AIMS, and detailed main maps.
- Held on-site visits with customers, manpower, and coordinators to ensure best possible outcome for all parties involved.
- Formulated cost estimates, labor requirements, and material needs for construction projects.
- Ensured drawings were in compliance with relevant design standards and policy.
- Followed specifications and calculations to create various technical drawings.
- Identified and communicated potential design problems to team.
- Coordinated sketches to meet city and government requirements.
- Worked closely with engineers, and construction management personnel to ensure accuracy of designs.
- Integrated and worked with project Managers/coordinators, and engineering staff to produce and alter drawings for revisions.
- Conducted field surveys and inspections to obtain data required to revise construction drawings.
- Participated in development of project specifications, design criteria, and design requirements.
- Drafted plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations and construction projects.
- Studied blueprints, work instructions and sketches to determine dimensions and tolerances.
- Created designs and blueprints using autocad according to customer specifications, timelines and supply inventories.
Gas Utility Worker
Philadelphia Gas Works
12.2016 - 01.2023
- Installed/serviced underground gas mains and services as title Pipe Mechanic to supply natural gas throughout Philadelphia.
- Lead assistant teacher of training supervisor for promotional schools including-incoming new distribution hires, laborer school, operator promotional school and pipe mechanic promotional school.
- Tested low and high pressure gas systems for leaks, breaks, or other irregularities.
- Inspected low and high gas systems to confirm fully-functioning operation and to identify necessary repairs.
- Responded to emergency calls for gas repairs.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Pipe mechanic on general cart projects (high and low pressure cutouts & tie-ins), New business projects, and leak emergencies.
- OQ certified.
Plumbing Service Technician
Reliable Plumbing
02.2010 - 12.2016
- Laid out repair work, using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, and schematic diagrams
- Complied with safety protocols and procedures when working with water systems
- Assisted with development of new water systems and procedures
- Created, updated, and maintained records of all work completed
- Trained new staff in operation of water systems and equipment
- Identified types of plumbing components, tools and materials to properly apply and use
- Used computers to access building automation and computerized maintenance management systems
- Filled pipes and plumbing fixtures with water and air and observed pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks
- Installed pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand, and power tools
- Installed underground storm, sanitary, and water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing
- Estimated time, material, and labor costs for use in project plans
- Designed and created blueprints/layouts for proposed work.
Education
Autocad/Drafter Certification - Autocad/Drafter
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZ09.2024
Autocad -
Synergy Technical School
Quakertown, PA01.2023
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) In Kinesiology -
East Stroudsburg University
East Stroudsburg, PA09.2006
Skills
- Skilled in AutoCAD, Microsoft office, PDF Adope Pro
- 2D Drawings
- Site Visits
- Project Proposals/Estimates
- Reading Comprehension/Retaining Information
- Schematics Understanding
- Deadline-Oriented
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Creative Thinking
- Producing and Revising Drawings
- Hand Sketches
- Design Thinking
- Time Management
Certification
- Autocad, Synergis Technologies, Quakertown pa - March/2023
Timeline
AutoCAD Draftsman
Philadelphia Gas Works
01.2023 - Current
Gas Utility Worker
Philadelphia Gas Works
12.2016 - 01.2023
Plumbing Service Technician
Reliable Plumbing
02.2010 - 12.2016
Autocad/Drafter Certification - Autocad/Drafter
Penn Foster College
Autocad -
Synergy Technical School
Bachelor Of Science (B.S.) In Kinesiology -
East Stroudsburg University
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