Keo Vincent Navarro
Spring,TX
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at GT Holdings & Construction, adept in supervising high-stakes projects and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Excels in contract management and team leadership, significantly enhancing project efficiency and team performance. Expert in preventive maintenance and emergency response, consistently delivering beyond expectations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
GT Holdings & Construction
Spring, TX
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Performed inspections of completed work prior to acceptance by client or owner representative.
- Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
- Delegated work to team members and checked for completion in compliance with company guidelines and customer needs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Identified potential risks associated with each project before beginning work.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Performed final walkthroughs of each job and prepared reports.
Fire Sprinkler Technician
Intrepid Electronics
San Jose, CA
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Conducted 5-year, annual, quarterly, and semi-annual inspections of fire sprinkler systems to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Performed alarm, hydrant, stand pipe, and fire pump testing to maintain optimal system functionality.
- Executed comprehensive testing and inspections to uphold fire safety regulations and prevent potential hazards.
- Repaired deficiencies on water-based fire systems, including installing fire sprinklers, pipe fittings, control valves, and alarm check valves.
- Conducted comprehensive tests and inspections, such as main drain tests, water flow tests, and hydrant testing, to ensure system functionality and compliance.
- Performed specialized tasks including cutting, tapping, threading, and grooving pipes of all sizes, and installing system and supply gauges, water flow switches, and supervisory switches.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving fire protection systems.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Sprinkler Repair Technician
Cintas Fire Protection
San Jose, CA
02.2017 - 02.2020
- Conducted comprehensive testing and inspections, including 5-year, annual, quarterly, and semi-annual tests, as well as alarm, hydrant, standpipe, and fire pump testing.
- Performed repairs on water-based fire systems, installing and maintaining fire sprinklers, pipes, control valves, gauges, switches, and fire hoses, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Executed detailed investigations and tests such as back flushes, main drain tests, water flow tests, and hydrant testing, accurately measuring GPMs, residual, and static pressures.
Fire Service Technician II
Cintas Fire Protection
San Jose, CA
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Tested and troubleshooted fire alarm systems in compliance with NFPA72 standards.
- Performed periodic on-call services to ensure timely response and system functionality.
- Conducted annual and semi-annual testing on fire alarm systems to maintain operational integrity.
Field Supervisor
Lund Pearson McLaughlin
Mountain View, CA
08.2005 - 09.2014
- Conducted comprehensive testing and inspections of water-based fire systems, including 5-year, annual, quarterly, and semi-annual tests, as well as alarm, hydrant, standpipe, and fire pump testing.
- Performed extensive repair and installation work on water-based fire systems, including fire sprinklers, control valves, alarm check valves, and various piping systems.
- Executed detailed hydrant testing and flow assessments, ensuring accurate readings of GPMs, residual and static pressures, and performing area flow evaluations.
Fire Fighter
California Department Forestry (CAL Fire)
Shasta, CA
06.2003 - 07.2005
- Performed fundamental firefighter and driver duties.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
Education
IFSAC/ProBoard Certification - Firefighting
Yuba College Fire Academy
Yuba City, CA09-2001
High School Diploma -
Menlo-Atherton High School
Menlo Park06-1998
Skills
- Contract management
- Supervisory skills
- Team instructions
- Company safety policies
- Preventive Maintenance
- Supply ordering
- Replacement and repair work
- Emergency response
- Customer assistance
- Team leadership skills
- Hand and power tools
Affiliations
- Volunteer, The Farm League, Assistant Basketball Coach
Certification
- AES Sprinkler Fitter License– A5728
- Wildland Fire Fighting
- Vehicle Extrication
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Swiftwater Rescue Awareness
- Fire Technology Practicum
- First Responder Operation Decon
- Rapid Intervention Crew Tactics
- Low Angle Rescue
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness
- Basics ICS
- Fire Fighter I
Timeline
General Foreman
GT Holdings & Construction
01.2024 - 12.2024
Fire Sprinkler Technician
Intrepid Electronics
02.2020 - 06.2023
Sprinkler Repair Technician
Cintas Fire Protection
02.2017 - 02.2020
Fire Service Technician II
Cintas Fire Protection
09.2014 - 08.2015
Field Supervisor
Lund Pearson McLaughlin
08.2005 - 09.2014
Fire Fighter
California Department Forestry (CAL Fire)
06.2003 - 07.2005
- AES Sprinkler Fitter License– A5728
- Wildland Fire Fighting
- Vehicle Extrication
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Swiftwater Rescue Awareness
- Fire Technology Practicum
- First Responder Operation Decon
- Rapid Intervention Crew Tactics
- Low Angle Rescue
- Confined Space Rescue Awareness
- Basics ICS
- Fire Fighter I
IFSAC/ProBoard Certification - Firefighting
Yuba College Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Menlo-Atherton High School
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