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Kevin L. Kelly

Mt. Holly,NJ

Summary

NICET Level I & II Fire Suppression Sprinkler Technician Experienced professional with a strong history of working with new and old fire suppression systems, demonstrating expertise in troubleshooting and resolving emergency issues. Possesses extensive knowledge of preventative maintenance procedures, in addition to over 10 years of plumbing experience which proves useful for fire sprinkler system maintenance and installations. Demonstrates strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, with exceptional technical skills. Meticulous in task organization, resource coordination, and record-keeping. Thorough inspector with a focus on providing excellent service.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Maintenance Technician

Solution One Industries
01.2020 - Current
  • One of 2 person team accomplishing preventative and corrective maintenance services of 200+ Fire Suppression Systems across 98 locations, including include living quarters, schools, laboratory facilities, military training compounds, dining facilities, medical facilities, and administrative office buildings on Military Base, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
  • Responsible for all phases of inspection, testing, and maintenance of wet, dry, pre-action, foam, fire suppression systems, to include backflow prevention device inspection, repair, testing, and certification, fire pumps, fire water towers, and air compressors (standard and nitrogen),
  • Cut and thread pipe for repair or installation of new piping, Experienced with copper, black iron, galvanized, and CPVC piping
  • Replace different fittings such as tees, 90's, unions, ball valves, three way valves, butterfly valves, and check valves
  • Electrical troubleshooting including alarm switches, water-flow alarm device, electrical water motor bell, tamper switch, pressure switch on air compressors

Plumber

PRIDE Industries
06.2010 - 01.2020
  • Maintenance, installation, and repairs to support base operations of Facilities at Dix Site of Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
  • Testing, installation, maintenance, and certification of Backflow Preventers on Facilities
  • Troubleshooting and repairs on all plumbing systems in Dining Facilities during operating hours.

Maintenance Plumber

IAP World Services
12.2009 - 06.2010
  • Plumbing system and component troubleshooting, installation, and repair, including fixtures, water, sewer, and storm laterals, mains, and hydrants.
    Knowledge of local plumbing codes
    Ability to read blueprints
  • Customer service skills

General Maintenance Worker

IAP World Services
08.2008 - 12.2009

Education

Automatic Sprinkler System and Fire Pump Inspection & Acceptance Certifications -

Next Knowledge
10.2013

Vocational Certification - completion of 2 year equivalent apprenticeship program - Plumbing

Burlington County Institute of Technology
Westampton, NJ
06.1999

OSHA 10 -

US Dept of Labor OSHA
03.1999

Skills

  • NICET Level I (NOV 2021)
  • NICET Level II (MAY 2023)
  • Backflow Prevention Device Inspector/Tester certification - New England Water Works association 2013-2024
  • Knowledgeable of State & Local codes and requirements
  • First Aid/CPR
  • OSHA 10
  • Experience with Industry Related Tools
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Excellent Mechanical Aptitude
  • Safety Awareness and Advocacy

Timeline

Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Maintenance Technician

Solution One Industries
01.2020 - Current

Plumber

PRIDE Industries
06.2010 - 01.2020

Maintenance Plumber

IAP World Services
12.2009 - 06.2010

General Maintenance Worker

IAP World Services
08.2008 - 12.2009

Automatic Sprinkler System and Fire Pump Inspection & Acceptance Certifications -

Next Knowledge

Vocational Certification - completion of 2 year equivalent apprenticeship program - Plumbing

Burlington County Institute of Technology

OSHA 10 -

US Dept of Labor OSHA
Kevin L. Kelly