Matthew White
South East Total Service
Rossville,Georgia
11
years of professional experience
Dedicated Plumbing Service Technician with expertise in plumbing code compliance, safety protocol adherence, and emergency response readiness. Committed to delivering high-quality service through effective problem-solving and preventative maintenance planning.
Work History
Plumbing Service Technician
1 Year 3 Months- Performed installations, repairs, and maintenance on residential plumbing systems.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all service operations.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance service delivery efficiency.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Assisted in training new technicians on proper plumbing practices and safety measures.
- Maintained accurate records of services performed and materials used for each job.
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments, managing multiple tasks efficiently.
- Conducted thorough inspections of clients'' plumbing systems to identify potential problems before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Trained junior technicians on proper techniques, safety protocols, and company procedures, raising overall team performance levels.
- Ensured all work met local building codes by staying current with regulations and guidelines.
Apprentice Plumber
9 Years 11 Months- Installed and repaired plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with local codes and safety regulations.
- Assisted senior plumbers in diagnosing and resolving plumbing issues efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on plumbing fixtures to prevent system failures.
- Developed troubleshooting skills by identifying leaks, clogs, and other plumbing malfunctions quickly.
- Maintained inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for ongoing projects without delays.
- Assisted licensed plumbers in the installation and the installation and repair of plumbing systems.
- Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
- Maintained clean workspaces during all phases of projects, upholding company image while promoting a culture of professionalism within the team.
- Unclogged drains and replaced faulty fixtures to restore functionality to customer's plumbing.
- Cleaned and maintained plumbing tools and equipment to reduce potential downtime.
- Worked from drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions to install and modify plumbing systems.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Supported senior plumbers in large-scale installations, leading to timely project completions and client satisfaction.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Advanced professional development through continuous learning about new tools, techniques, and industry best practices.
- Streamlined inventory management, maintaining adequate stock levels for project needs.
- Removed old sinks, toilets, and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
- Safely handled tools and equipment in large-scale projects.
- Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Communication skills
Plumbing code compliance
Pipe installation
Drain cleaning
Preventive maintenance planning
Emergency response readiness
Leak detection
Fixture installation
Fixture repair
Clogged drain repair
Pressure testing
System upgrades
Computer operation
Piping system inspection
Preventive maintenance planning
Emergency response readiness
Safety protocol adherence
Computer operation
Inventory management
Skilled with both hand and power tools
Pipe cutting
Physical labor
Residential plumbing services
System upgrades
Project bid preparation
Problem-solving
Time management
Strong communication skills
Hand and power tools
Time management
Skilled with both hand and power tools
Heavy lifting
Commercial and residential
Remodels and new construction
Timeline
Plumbing Service Technician
South East Total Service
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Apprentice Plumber
JL White Plumbing
06.2015 - 05.2025Read More
James Island Charter High School
High School Diploma
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