Marc Giarla
Peabody,MA
Summary
Motivated Plumbing Apprentice knowledgeable about reading diagrams, using equipment and maintaining site safety. Excellent listening, organizational and problem-solving skills. Offering 5 years of experience in similar positions. Skilled Plumbing Apprentice professional with proven expertise in residential and commercial systems. Conscientious in coordinating tasks, resources and records for each project. Strong attention to detail, solid inspection abilities and service-oriented approach. Energetic Plumbing Apprentice effective at organizing and cleaning up worksites to keep jobs moving smoothly. Good repair and maintenance skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Forklift Operator
Merrimack Valley Distributors
Danvers, MA
03.2016 - 04.2022
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
11B Infantryman
US Army
Fort Polk, LA
05.2012 - 07.2015
- Provided current weapons systems training to incoming soldiers to maintain combat readiness.
- Worked with superiors to standardize job responses and duties for security perimeters.
- Conducted reconnaissance operations for planned operations and general intelligence gathering.
- Inspected and performed regular maintenance on company communication equipment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Apprentice Plumber
All American Plumbing
Peabody, MA
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
- Analyzed operation details to estimate time needed to complete assigned tasks.
- Kept detailed records of work progress and customer interactions.
- Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Provided emergency services to install and repair toilets, water heaters, appliances and showers to maintain 100% customer satisfaction ratings.
Apprentice Plumber
Waldman Plumbing & Heating
Lynn, MA
03.2011 - 08.2011
- Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
Apprentice Plumber
Andrews Plumbing And Heating
Gloucester, MA
01.2006 - 09.2009
- Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
- Analyzed operation details to estimate time needed to complete assigned tasks.
- Managed job site hazards by accurately locating biohazards, low-grade radiation and chemicals.
- Kept detailed records of work progress and customer interactions.
- Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Located and repaired or replaced worn and broken components to enhance system functionality and durability.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Provided emergency services to install and repair toilets, water heaters, appliances and showers to maintain 100% customer satisfaction ratings.
- Conducted thorough inspects and tests of previously installed systems to locate and correct faults.
- Employed skills in cementing and welding to finalize high-quality piping systems.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
Salem, MA06.2005
Skills
- Loading and Unloading
- Staging and Sorting
- Inventory Staging
- Storage and Stacking
- Piping Fabrication and Installation
- Air and Water Piping Systems
- Installation and Repair
- Heavy Labor
- Emergency Services
- Commercial Projects
- Corporate Regulations
- Materials Packing
- Plumbing Fixture Installation
- Sanitary Systems
- Commercial Plumbing
- Drain Cleaning
- Emergency Situations
- Contractual Obligations
- Productivity Improvements
- Forklift Operation
- Water Heater Installation
- Safe Work Practices
- Drainage Systems Repair
- Digging Trenches
- Installing Fixtures
- Multitasking Abilities
- Water Closets
- Creative Solutions
- Locating Underground Utilities
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Company Quality Standards
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Water Pressure Assessment
- Faucet Repair
- Job Site Evaluation
Timeline
Certified Forklift Operator
Merrimack Valley Distributors
03.2016 - 04.2022
11B Infantryman
US Army
05.2012 - 07.2015
Apprentice Plumber
All American Plumbing
01.2012 - 06.2012
Apprentice Plumber
Waldman Plumbing & Heating
03.2011 - 08.2011
Apprentice Plumber
Andrews Plumbing And Heating
01.2006 - 09.2009
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
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