Kareem Martin
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Skilled in all aspects of plumbing, pipefitting, and steamfitting with comprehensive knowledge of residential, commercial, and industrial systems. Possess strong technical abilities in installation, maintenance, and repair coupled with problem-solving skills to ensure efficient operation and system reliability. Demonstrated capability to lead projects to successful completion while ensuring adherence to safety standards and codes. Enhanced system performance and customer satisfaction through proactive service and quality workmanship.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Apprentice
Boosard mechanical
Charlotte , N.C
03.2020 - 09.2024
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Ran tests to check the performance of newly installed plumbing components.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Adhered to safety protocols when working around hazardous chemicals or materials.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
Property Maintenance Manager
Pine Estates
Riverdale , G.A
01.2017 - 08.2020
- Resolved tenant complaints regarding maintenance issues in a timely manner.
- Organized and managed inventory of supplies and materials needed for property maintenance.
- Supervised staff responsible for day-to-day operations related to property maintenance.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
Plumbing Apprentice
CCS Staffing
Charlotte, NC
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
Heavy Equipment Operator
CMES Construction
Jonesboro, GA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
Plumbing Apprentice
Mullions Plumbing
Griffin, Georgia
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Installed gas piping for stoves, furnaces, water heaters and other appliances.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Connected water supply lines to appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
Carpenter
Martins Remodeling
Huntsville , AL
01.1990 - 01.2006
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy
Coral Gables, FL05-1999
Skills
Fine Grade
- Piping installation
- Site excavation
- Waste disposal systems
- Pipe cutting
- Pipe threading
- Drain cleaning
- Soldering pipes
- Equipment operation
- Valve and coupling fitting
- Lift up to [number] pounds
- Hand tool use
- Plumbing troubleshooting
- Fixture installation
- Leak detection
- Pipe assembling
- Pressure testing
- Power tool use
Timeline
Plumbing Apprentice
Boosard mechanical
03.2020 - 09.2024
Property Maintenance Manager
Pine Estates
01.2017 - 08.2020
Plumbing Apprentice
CCS Staffing
05.2015 - 01.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
CMES Construction
01.2014 - 01.2015
Plumbing Apprentice
Mullions Plumbing
01.2005 - 01.2014
Carpenter
Martins Remodeling
01.1990 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy