miguel chavez
Phoenix,AZ
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter Apprentice
Bel-Aire Mechanical
07.2017 - 04.2020
- Assisted in installing, repairing, and maintaining piping systems under supervision.
- Learned to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installation.
- Operated various hand tools and power tools to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
- Maintained safety protocols while working with hazardous materials and equipment.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling piping systems.
Sheet Metal Duct Installer
Spectrum Mechanical
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Installed sheet metal duct systems according to specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion.
- Utilized hand tools and power equipment for precise cutting and shaping of duct materials.
- Conducted quality checks on installations to maintain high standards of workmanship.
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Pipefitter Apprentice
Bel-Aire Mechanical
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues during installation processes.
- Increased workplace safety through diligent inspection and testing of installed pipe systems for leaks or defects.
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Set sleeves or inserts to provide support for pipes.
- Mounted brackets and hangers on walls and ceilings to hold pipes in place.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Prime Mechanical
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with skilled pipefitters to ensure accurate measurements and fittings.
- Maintained safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Pipe layout.
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Plumber Pipefitter
ACCO Engineered Systems
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
Education
GED -
Fullerton High
Fullerton, CA03-2012
Skills
- Pipefitting Installation
- Isometric Drawings
- Team Player
- Industrial pipefitting
- Pipefitting abilities
- Flange assembly
- Hand and power tools
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Leak detection methods
- Lift operation
- Pipe layout
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Osha 30
- Solder/Brazing
Timeline
Plumber Pipefitter
ACCO Engineered Systems
08.2024 - 11.2024
Pipefitter Apprentice
Prime Mechanical
03.2024 - 08.2024
Pipefitter Apprentice
Bel-Aire Mechanical
09.2023 - 02.2024
Sheet Metal Duct Installer
Spectrum Mechanical
08.2022 - 08.2023
Pipefitter Apprentice
Bel-Aire Mechanical
07.2017 - 04.2020
GED -
Fullerton High