Kevin Lee
Jacksonville,FL
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumbing Superintendent
Grus Personnel / Glassman Mechanical
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to ensure proper integration of plumbing systems into building designs.
- Mentored junior plumbers and apprentices, instilling a strong work ethic and commitment to quality in the next generation of professionals.
- Saved company resources by accurately estimating project costs and effectively managing budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance in advanced plumbing techniques and best practices.
- Resolved complex technical issues by applying expert problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of plumbing systems.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by diligently monitoring progress and adjusting work schedules as needed.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify potential conflicts before they became costly problems during construction.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and conducting regular safety inspections.
- Reduced installation time for complex plumbing systems through effective coordination with other trades.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing material waste and improving overall project profitability.
- Served as a trusted advisor to clients on matters related to building codes, permits, compliance requirements, and system design recommendations.
- Evaluated new tools, equipment, materials for their applicability within the company''s operations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in competitive pricing on materials without compromising quality.
- Conducted site visits throughout the construction process ensuring installations met blueprint specifications.
- Fostered positive working relationships among different trade teams facilitating seamless collaboration during multi-trade projects.
Commercial Plumbing Foreman
Performance Personnel Services
10.2023 - Current
- Pay : $32 & $100 per day per diem
- Schedule :4 -10s &2 -8s
- I originally hired in as a plumber, but within a couple of months of being on the job , lead man / foreman duties were placed upon me
- I basically have a crew consisting of3 plumbers and3 helpers / apprentices
- I’ve overseen the rough in of storm , sanitary, domestic water, & natural gas in5 buildings of the8 total buildings so far
- I direct their day- to -day efforts at Benjamin Russel High School in Alexander City , Alabama
Plumbing Department Manager
Lighthouse Building Services
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Pay : $32
- Schedule :5 -10s
- I ran a crew of6 -8 helpers basically in a small residential company , it wasn’t really my cup of tea as no one seemed to know what they were doing
- So I didn’t stay long
Plumbing installation Manager
GRIFFIN SERVICES
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Pay : $77,500 Annually + Quarterly Bonuses
- Schedule :5 -10s
- I ran a department of approximately8 plumbers and6 helpers in a medium sized residential service company that branched off & expanded into light commercial and residential re-pipes and sewer replacements
- Everything was going well until one day the owner decided to close my department without notice, I was offered a service truck , and a position on my tools however I declined and took a layoff
Plumbing Service Manager
David Gray Plumbing
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Pay : $52,500 Annually
- Schedule :5 -8s
- I supervised a crew of27 service plumbers in day to day operations
- I filled out daily & weekly reports, disciplinary forms, approved or denied time off , attended weekly meetings to discuss previous weeks KPI reports, used service titan and Microsoft office as well
- Kept up with logistics as far as materials used vs materials needed, & shopped vendors for best prices
- I was contacted by Griffin Services and was offered a position with a salary increase of approximately $30,000.00 annually, David Gray couldn’t match that offer, so I resigned my position at David Gray & started with Griffin Services
Commercial Plumbing Foreman
W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor Inc
09.2008 - 07.2022
- Pay : $32.83 ( Union Scale )!
- Schedule : Varied from5 -8s to7 -12s depending on job
- I supervised a crew of8 -12 plumbers on various new construction projects mainly multi story hospital and rehabilitation centers , I also supervised pipe fitters & welders on same projects with their mechanical piping , namely chilled & heating water supply and returns
Sanitary Plumbing Foreman
Mock Plumbing & Mechanical, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
Domestic Water Piping Foreman
Tebarco Mechanical Corporation
01.2002 - 01.2006
Journeyman Plumber
Hayes Mechanical
01.1998 - 01.2002
Plumbers Helper
Precision Plumbing
01.1994 - 01.1998
Education
Plumbing Experience
Local177 &234 plumbers and pipe fitters union
Jacksonville, FL12.2024
Skills
- Plumbing
- Construction Management
- Backhoe Operation
- Construction
- Drywall
- Blueprint Reading
- Remodeling
- Handyman
- Supervising Experience
- Fabrication
- Commercial construction
- Team management
- Construction plumbing
- Soldering
Certification
- Plumbing License
- OSHA10
- Journeyman Plumber
- OSHA30
- Secret Clearance
Languages
Spanish - Intermediate
Military Service
- Branch: United States Marine Corps
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: E-4
- September1990 to1994
- Combat Action Ribbon w/ Star, Navy Achievement Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon w/ Star , Overseas Ribbon w/ Star , Kuwaiti Liberation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Rifle Expert Badge, Pistol Expert Badge.
Timeline
Plumbing Superintendent
Grus Personnel / Glassman Mechanical
08.2024 - Current
Commercial Plumbing Foreman
Performance Personnel Services
10.2023 - Current
Plumbing Department Manager
Lighthouse Building Services
05.2023 - 10.2023
Plumbing installation Manager
GRIFFIN SERVICES
01.2023 - 05.2023
Plumbing Service Manager
David Gray Plumbing
09.2022 - 01.2023
Commercial Plumbing Foreman
W.W. Gay Mechanical Contractor Inc
09.2008 - 07.2022
Sanitary Plumbing Foreman
Mock Plumbing & Mechanical, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2008
Domestic Water Piping Foreman
Tebarco Mechanical Corporation
01.2002 - 01.2006
Journeyman Plumber
Hayes Mechanical
01.1998 - 01.2002
Plumbers Helper
Precision Plumbing
01.1994 - 01.1998
Plumbing Experience
Local177 &234 plumbers and pipe fitters union
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