Nathaniel Nakagawa
Mililani Town,HI
Summary
Plumbing Foreman with a track record of leading successful plumbing projects. Exceptional communicator with the ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, and team members. Adhering to safety protocols throughout the project and maintaining high-quality standards. Interested in relocating to support son on active duty.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Foreman
Performance Plumbing
Waipahu, Hawaii
06.2012 - Current
- Supervised plumbing crews across commercial and residential work sites.
- Directed repairs on water lines, drains, and sewer systems.
- Trained plumbers on safety rules, tools, and work methods.
- Communicated job progress with contractors, customers, and site supervisors.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes during installation process.
- Reviewed blueprints before starting each project to determine best approach for successful completion.
Licensed Journeyman Plumber
Alakai Mechanical Corp.
Honolulu, Hawaii
12.2012 - 12.2019
- Directed plumbing crews on commercial construction sites
- Reviewed blueprints and coordinated daily work assignments
- Monitored material use and requested jobsite supplies
- Trained apprentices on tools, fittings, and safety rules
- Supervised fixture installation and underground piping work
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Plumbing Apprentice
Alakai Mechanical Corp.
Honolulu, Hawaii
05.2012 - 12.2012
- Installed water supply lines and drainage piping for residential plumbing projects.
- Assisted licensed plumbers with fixture replacement and repair at Heide & Cook job sites.
- Inspected pipes, valves, and fittings for leaks and code compliance.
- Read blueprints and work orders for plumbing layout and service calls.
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent and soldering materials.
- Repaired leaking valves, replaced defective washers and gaskets, repaired or replaced broken pipes.
Apprentice Plumber
Heide & Cook LLC
Honolulu, Hawaii
11.2006 - 06.2012
- Installed water supply lines and drainage piping for residential plumbing projects.
- Assisted journeyman plumbers in performing repairs and maintenance on pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment.
- Assisted licensed plumbers with fixture replacement and repair at Heide & Cook job sites.
- Inspected pipes, valves, and fittings for leaks and code compliance.
- Supported customer service with clear updates during plumbing maintenance visits.
Education
Associate In Fire Science - Fire Science
Hawaii Community College
Honolulu, Hawaii 02.2004 - 06.2006
Skills
- Plumbing codes
- Code compliance
- Blueprint reading
- Water line repair
- Sewer system repair
- Quality control
- Project management
- Site management
- Material procurement
- Crew management
- Team management
- Decision management
- Problem solving
- Detail orientation
Accomplishments
- Pefect attendance, 2012
- Number One Plumbing Apprentice in Nation, 2012
Affiliations
- Devoted Husband and father
- Active life style in snowboarding and Surfing.
Timeline
Licensed Journeyman Plumber
Alakai Mechanical Corp.
12.2012 - 12.2019
Plumbing Foreman
Performance Plumbing
06.2012 - Current
Plumbing Apprentice
Alakai Mechanical Corp.
05.2012 - 12.2012
Apprentice Plumber
Heide & Cook LLC
11.2006 - 06.2012
Associate In Fire Science - Fire Science
Hawaii Community College
02.2004 - 06.2006