Michael Fitch
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Journeyman Plumber with extensive experience in plumbing and a strong ability in HVAC and mechanical work, recognized for enhancing team efficiency and mentoring junior staff. Proficient in advanced troubleshooting and a long list of experience in many useful tasks/jobs in the construction industry, I excel in problem-solving and maintaining high safety standards, placing quality work over quantity and ensuring the job gets done correctly the first time with a high client satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Underground Drill Supply Tech
Techline Alaska
06.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of supplies.
- Conducted quality control inspections on incoming and outgoing materials.
- Operated material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assisted in developing streamlined processes for supply retrieval.
- Deliver supplies to underground drills focusing on safe practices and efficiency.
Licensed Journeyman Plumber Service Technician
Marlin Plumbing Service
06.2023 - 06.2025
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using advanced troubleshooting techniques and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient project completion and customer satisfaction.
- Implemented safety protocols during installations and repairs to maintain compliance with regulations.
- Mentored junior plumbers on best practices, enhancing team skill levels and efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent potential plumbing failures for clients.
- Managed inventory of plumbing materials, ensuring timely availability for ongoing projects.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Proactively addressed potential issues during projects by identifying risks early on and implementing appropriate solutions to mitigate them successfully.
- Repaired HVAC issues before the company hired full-time HVAC technicians.
- Assisted HVAC on bigger projects when they were short-handed, including installing cooling units, changing motors, and running gas lines.
- Ran plumbing jobs on new housing, from underground and city tie-ins through to finish work.
- Possesses good knowledge of water softener systems and R.O. systems, with many installations.
Plumber/ Pipe Pitter Technician
Wolfcreek Federal Services
11.2016 - 05.2023
- Oversaw installation, repair, and maintenance of plumbing and heating systems in residential multiplexes and commercial buildings.
- Facilitated collaboration with contractors to uphold safety regulations and building codes.
- Identified and resolved plumbing issues through advanced troubleshooting techniques and specialized tools.
- Executed routine inspections of plumbing and heating systems to ensure early detection of potential issues.
- Executed on-call emergency repairs for frozen pipes and heating system malfunctions.
- Supervised small crew of carpenters, laborers, and pipe fitters on housing projects before moving over to missile field job.
- Remodeled bathroom and kitchen units to enhance functionality and aesthetics. Assisted in maintenance of steam heating systems. Performed repairs of iron sewer lines, galvanized water lines, and iron heating lines. Diagnosed and replaced or repaired air handler unit belts, motors, bearings, fan blades, and filters on small to XL systems. Conducted inspections and rebuilding of backflow valves. Performed testing and chlorination of potable water for missile field. Assisted fire techs in repairing leaking fire hydrant during.
- Executed maintenance and repair tasks on electrical systems, including electric motors, pumps, and valves, adhering to company safety protocols.
- Performed many out of duty jobs as well such as, installing windows, installing flooring, interior painting, pool cleaning, welding, and plowing.
Licensed Journeyman Plumber
NLC
05.2009 - 05.2016
- Installed heating and plumbing systems in new multiplex buildings, commercial mechanical rooms, and commercial buildings.
- Assisted in leading small crews of journeymen, apprentices, and laborers on large projects.
- Operated heavy equipment for construction projects focused on underground and utility line installation.
- Executed cutting, threading, and installation of new black iron piping.
- Performed pipe fitting duties in large mechanical rooms, such as Ft. Wainwright mechanical rooms and the Valdez commercial airport mechanical room.
- Engineered and executed layout designs for mechanical rooms, ensuring optimal functionality.
- Executed piping techniques including soldering, brazing, ProPress, threaded, glued, crimp, expansion, and fused joints.
- Engineered and implemented boiler systems and water heater installations.
Education
High School Diploma -
ALPA
05-2009
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Brazing/ soldering
- Welding
- Operated several types of heavy equipment
- Mechanicly inclined
Timeline
Underground Drill Supply Tech
Techline Alaska
06.2025 - Current
Licensed Journeyman Plumber Service Technician
Marlin Plumbing Service
06.2023 - 06.2025
Plumber/ Pipe Pitter Technician
Wolfcreek Federal Services
11.2016 - 05.2023
Licensed Journeyman Plumber
NLC
05.2009 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
ALPA