Leobardo Ritchie
San Diego,CA
Summary
Highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. I had worked in the commercial industry for some years, and seeking an opportunity to excel and take on a role with a growing organization. Well-versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints, fabricating, pipe fitting and working mechanical projects as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Xylem
Spring Valley, California
05.2025 - 11.2026
- Inspected pumps, motors, and rotating equipment for Xylem water systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on mechanical assemblies and production machinery.
- Diagnosed mechanical faults using hand tools, gauges, and maintenance drawings.
- Installed, fit, cleaned and repaired valves, caps, hoses, pumps and gaskets.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers.
- Supported installation and commissioning of Xylem pumping and treatment equipment.
- Aligned shafts, couplings, and drive units to support smooth operation.
- Read blueprints to coordinate pipe placement with other trades.
Pipefitter
Atlas Mechanical
San Diego, CA
07.2022 - 03.2025
- Used and maintained fusion equipment and pipefitting hand tools.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on a variety of projects.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- 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.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Set alignment and grade using laser.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Laborer
All phases construction
San Diego, CA
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Installed rebar and layout for concrete
- Built form for concrete
- Dug trenches using jackhammers, shovels and picks
- Responsible for directing concrete pour to designated areas
- Installed plumbing pipes to various routes under ground and room locations
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Hauled trash out of area
- Performed various duties in other businesses regarding demo and additions
Sheet Metal Worker
Weldmac
El Cajon, CA
05.2017 - 11.2020
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
- Performed finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
- Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
- Operated heavy machinery to prepare metal products according to customer specifications.
- Prepared metals for industrial processes by cleaning, degreasing and removing impurities from raw materials.
- Cut, shaped and bent metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures.
- Met company standard times and individual productivity goals consistently.
- Analyzed required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches to correctly fabricate and install products and parts.
- Shaped and straightened twisted metal items to correct damage and restore ideal appearances.
- Maintained and repaired equipment and facilities.
- Operated drill presses, milling machines, rivet and hardware presses safely and correctly.
- Examined materials during processing to verify cut accuracy and worker skill.
- Troubleshot, repaired and serviced hand tools, power tools and other machining equipment.
Education
GED -
Grossmont High School
La Mesa, CAOsha 10
San Diego, CASkills
- Assembling pipes 2-10 inches
- Cutting and grooving pipes for coupling spacing
- Installing hangers at piping locations
- Reading blueprints and getting the hang of layouts
- Using various tools to perform job duties
- Able to lift heavy weights using proper lifting techniques
- OSHA 10 certified
- Aerial certified for scissor lift
- Know how to drive a forklift
- Knowledge of brazing copper
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Xylem
05.2025 - 11.2026
Pipefitter
Atlas Mechanical
07.2022 - 03.2025
Laborer
All phases construction
07.2021 - 07.2022
Sheet Metal Worker
Weldmac
05.2017 - 11.2020
GED -
Grossmont High School
Osha 10