Manuel Lopez Jr
Maxton,NC
Summary
Dedicated Plumber experienced in installing and replacing water heaters, drain pipes, and water supply lines. Delivered exceptional customer service and effectively managed time through strong work ethic and adaptability. Committed to creating positive experiences for clients while mastering new skills independently.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Plumber Technician
MLS Plumbing
Erwin, NC
- Installed pipes, valves, toilets, sinks, and water heaters per plumbing codes.
- Installed, maintained and repaired water supply systems and related piping.
- Installed gas lines for stoves, furnaces and other appliances according to code requirements.
- Repaired faucets, drains, shutoff valves, and supply lines across job sites.
- Diagnosed plumbing leaks, clogs, and fixture failures for residential service calls.
- Inspected plumbing systems using hand tools and leak detection equipment.
- Cleared drain blockages with augers, snakes, and pressure tools.
- Communicated repair needs and service steps with customers and MLS Plumbing office staff.
- Maintained clean work areas, organized truck stock, and prepared service materials.
- Followed safety procedures, local codes, and company standards during all plumbing work.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to access pipes for repair or replacement work.
- Advised customers on best practices for maintaining their plumbing systems over time.
- Cleaned drainpipes by flushing them with pressurized water jets or chemical solutions.
- Replaced worn parts such as washers, gaskets and valves in order to prevent future problems.
- Tested pipe systems for leaks using pressure gauges, air testing machines and other devices.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Read blueprints to determine the layout of plumbing systems.
- Fabricated copper piping components according to specifications from drawings or diagrams.
Plumber Technician
Wade Harding Plumbing
Fayetteville, NC
- Installed pipes, valves, toilets, sinks, and water heaters per plumbing codes.
- Installed, maintained and repaired water supply systems and related piping.
- Repaired clogged drains and leaking pipes to maintain plumbing systems.
- Diagnosed plumbing leaks, clogs, and fixture failures for residential service calls.
- Repaired or replaced faulty fixtures such as toilets, showers, sinks, faucets and pipes.
- Cleared drain blockages with augers, snakes, and pressure tools.
- Repaired faucets, drains, shutoff valves, and supply lines across job sites.
- Inspected plumbing systems using hand tools and leak detection equipment.
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems for compliance with local building codes.
- Ran tests on backflow prevention devices in order to ensure proper functioning of the system per regulations set forth by local authorities.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Advised customers on best practices for maintaining their plumbing systems over time.
- Cleaned drainpipes by flushing them with pressurized water jets or chemical solutions.
- Maintained records of all service calls performed along with materials used for each job.
- Connected new appliances to existing water supply lines and drains.
- Replaced worn parts such as washers, gaskets and valves in order to prevent future problems.
- Utilized power saws, drills, threaders, reamers and other hand tools while performing repairs or installations.
- Read blueprints to determine the layout of plumbing systems.
- Tested pipe systems for leaks using pressure gauges, air testing machines and other devices.
- Fabricated copper piping components according to specifications from drawings or diagrams.
- Troubleshoot complex issues related to clogged drains or broken pipes.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous chemicals during sewage treatment processes.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Plumber Technician
McKenzie Plumbing
Fayetteville, NC
- Installed pipes, valves, toilets, sinks, and water heaters per plumbing codes.
- Installed, maintained and repaired water supply systems and related piping.
- Repaired or replaced faulty fixtures such as toilets, showers, sinks, faucets and pipes.
- Repaired faucets, drains, shutoff valves, and supply lines across job sites.
- Inspected plumbing systems using hand tools and leak detection equipment.
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems for compliance with local building codes.
- Installed gas lines for stoves, furnaces and other appliances according to code requirements.
- Connected new appliances to existing water supply lines and drains.
- Diagnosed plumbing leaks, clogs, and fixture failures for residential service calls.
- Followed safety procedures, local codes, and company standards during all plumbing work.
- Maintained clean work areas, organized truck stock, and prepared service materials.
- Tested pipe systems for leaks using pressure gauges, air testing machines and other devices.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to access pipes for repair or replacement work.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Read blueprints to determine the layout of plumbing systems.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Utilized power saws, drills, threaders, reamers and other hand tools while performing repairs or installations.
- Fabricated copper piping components according to specifications from drawings or diagrams.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous chemicals during sewage treatment processes.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Education
Carpentry/NCC - Carpentry
Clarendon College
Childress, TX 03.2010 - 07.2011
Houston Can! Academy
Houston , TXSkills
- Inventory management
- Fixture installation
- Gas line installation
- Leak detection
- Plumbing troubleshooting
- Clogged drain repair
- Drain cleaning
- Pressure testing
- Backflow inspection
- Sewer repair
- Piping system inspection
- Valve repair
- Pump installation
- Water filtration systems
- Ventilation systems
- Blueprint interpretation
- Code compliance
- Safety procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Service documentation
- Customer consultation
- Parts ordering
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Reliability
- Time management
- Clear communication
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
- Mentoring and coaching
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Safety procedures
- Multitasking
- Mentoring and coaching
- Reliability
Timeline
Carpentry/NCC - Carpentry
Clarendon College
03.2010 - 07.2011
Plumber Technician
MLS Plumbing
Plumber Technician
Wade Harding Plumbing
Plumber Technician
McKenzie Plumbing
Houston Can! Academy