Kerry Doucet
Duson,LA
Summary
Results-driven professional with entrepreneurial and management experience. Cultivates strong relationships with co-workers, staff, and clients while overseeing administrative and sales teams. Demonstrates effective leadership and teamwork skills, leveraging business acumen to drive organizational success.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Anytime plumbing repair LLC
Duson, Louisiana
01.2016 - Current
- Managed daily plumbing operations and service scheduling for clients.
- Led a team of technicians to ensure quality plumbing repairs and installations.
- Developed strong customer relationships through consistent communication and service.
- Oversaw inventory management and procurement of plumbing supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated emergency repair services for residential and commercial clients.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and plumbing techniques.
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
Lic plumber
Metch meche plumbing
Church Point, Louisiana
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired leaks in pipes and fixtures.
- Maintained compliance with local plumbing codes and regulations.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for efficient plumbing repairs.
- Provided customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on plumbing systems to ensure functionality.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Visited customer sites to assess their needs and provide estimates for repair jobs.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Sealed joints between sections of pipes using lead wool or threading compounds.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as flushing out drainpipes or cleaning out grease traps.
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
Plumber
Hanks plumbing
Rayne, Louisiana
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed and repaired leaks in pipes and fixtures.
- Maintained compliance with local plumbing codes and regulations.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for efficient plumbing repairs.
- Provided customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on plumbing systems to ensure functionality.
- Trained junior plumbers on safety protocols and best practices in plumbing work.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Created openings in walls and floors for proper installation of plumbing pipes and fittings.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Visited customer sites to assess their needs and provide estimates for repair jobs.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Sealed joints between sections of pipes using lead wool or threading compounds.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as flushing out drainpipes or cleaning out grease traps.
Plumber's Assistant
Derouen's plumbing
Rayne, Louisiana
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Assisted plumbers with installation of pipes and fixtures for residential projects.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot plumbing issues on-site.
- Followed safety protocols while performing plumbing repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
- Maintained neat and well-organized worksites by removing debris and sharp objects and cleaning up after shift.
- Cleaned work areas after job completion to maintain a safe environment.
- Supported plumbing team by loading and unloading materials at job sites.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure readiness for daily tasks.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Operated backhoe to dig trenches for water and sewer pipe.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Set alignment and grade using laser.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Filled pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion for proper installation.
- Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on variety of projects.
- Set alignment and grade using laser.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on variety of projects.
- Filled pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion for proper installation.
Plumbing Apprentice
Domec's plumbing
Carencro, Louisiana
01.1995 - 01.2005
- Assisted in installing plumbing systems under supervision.
- Maintained tools and equipment for daily tasks.
- Collaborated with senior plumbers on complex installations.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Learned local plumbing codes and regulations for compliance.
- Supported troubleshooting of plumbing issues in residential settings.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and challenges.
- Organized materials and supplies for efficient workflow at job sites.
- Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
- Replaced faulty valves, faucets, washers, gaskets and seals.
- Assembled fittings such as elbows, tees and valves into a system.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Removed old materials from installations prior to replacing them.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Assisted with pipefitting tasks, including threading pipes and soldering joints.
- Connected water supply lines to appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Repaired broken or defective parts in water supply lines and drainage systems.
- Cut openings in walls for installation of new fixtures or pipes.
- Traced source of leaks in residential and commercial buildings.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Provided assistance in troubleshooting problems with existing systems.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Ran tests to check the performance of newly installed plumbing components.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Education
GED
Carencro, LASkills
- Plumbing installation
- Leak detection
- Code compliance
- Service scheduling
- Emergency repairs
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory management
- Project budgeting
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Operations management
- Hiring and staffing
- Bidding processes
- Labor relations
- Small business operations
- Strategic project planning
- Business launch
- Customer relations
- Business management
- Business development
- Verbal and written communication
- Quality management systems
- Business planning
- Business marketing
- Cash flow optimization
- Profit and loss
- Staff hiring
- Regulatory compliance
- Project estimating
- Project management
- Crisis management
- Cost reduction
- Service quality assurance
- Business administration
- Client service
- Relationship building
- Financial management
Certification
Master plumber lic# MP7943
Master Natural Gas Fitter lic# MNGF9438
Timeline
Owner
Anytime plumbing repair LLC
01.2016 - Current
Lic plumber
Metch meche plumbing
01.2014 - 01.2016
Plumber
Hanks plumbing
01.2010 - 01.2014
Plumber's Assistant
Derouen's plumbing
01.2005 - 01.2010
Plumbing Apprentice
Domec's plumbing
01.1995 - 01.2005
GED