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Norman Medina

Kyle,TX

Summary

Experienced service leader professional with over 40 years in the fire sprinkler industry. Seeking a management position where I can continue to utilize my knowledge and passion for the industry, as well as providing optimal customer service experiences.

Professional service leader with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in problem-solving, customer relations, and process optimization. Adaptable to changing needs and reliable in delivering high-quality outcomes. Known for effective communication, conflict resolution, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Manager

Allied Fire Protection
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Hired, trained and supervised team of service staff members to meet business goals.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict safety protocols and providing ongoing staff training on proper equipment use.
  • Managed a team of technicians, ensuring timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Analyzed service reports to identify areas of improvement.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to ensure timely completion of projects and high-quality workmanship.
  • Collaborated with regional management to identify areas of improvement and discuss team needs.
  • Mentored junior technicians, fostering a positive team dynamic that encouraged knowledge sharing and skill development.
  • Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to build rapport and trust.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in improved product support and better pricing for customers.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Fire Sprinkler Service Sales

American Fire Protection Group
08.2022 - 04.2024

• Estimated fire sprinkler service for new and existing customers.

• Ordered material for approved proposals.

• Scheduled work to be completed with new and existing - customers.

• Collaborated with technicians how service was estimated and work to be completed.

• Communicated with customer to make sure there was a positive experience and quality of work upon completion.

• Answer emergency calls from new and existing customers (24/7).

• Answer emergency calls from technicians when in need of technical support (24/7).

• Arrived on site to provide technical support for technicians and or customers.

• Established strong relationships with new and existing customers.

• Assisted with overdue invoicing by respectful communication and site visits with new and existing customers.

Fire Sprinkler Division Vice President

SafeCare
01.2005 - 08.2022
  • Established the Fire Sprinkler Service Division within SafeCare.
  • Oversee the hiring and training of new technicians for testing, inspections, service, and new installations.
  • Manage and review all timesheets; ensuring they coincide with service work orders.
  • Compose all invoices involving service work orders and contracts.
  • Produce estimates on all services and new installations.
  • Manage all aspects of the sprinkler division, such as all inventory, purchases, scheduling, raises, bonus program, vehicle and tool expenses, and overhead costs.
  • Maintain lasting customer relationships and continue to seek new customer growth.

Fire Sprinkler Inspection Manager and Estimator

P.I.P.E INC.
01.1992 - 01.2005
  • Performed fire sprinkler and private fire hydrant inspections.
  • Collected service information during inspections and emergency calls.
  • Estimated all service work to be scheduled and completed.
  • Managed all customer relationships and new customer growth.

Fire Sprinkler Lead Technician

P.I.P.E INC.
01.1987 - 01.1992
  • Completed new sprinkler installations in commercial buildings.
  • Managed emergency service calls.
  • Performed fire sprinkler inspections.

Apprentice

P.I.P.E INC.
01.1985 - 01.1987
  • Performed above and below ground residential and commercial plumbing.
  • Assisted with gas lines, air lines, and steam lines in commercial buildings.
  • Handled new installation and 24 hour emergency calls.

Education

GED -

Del Norte High School
Del Norte, CO
05.1985

Skills

  • Management Skills
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Workplace safety
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Positive attitude
  • Problem-solving
  • Customer service
  • Reliable and responsible
  • Employee training and development
  • Conflict resolution
  • Goal oriented
  • Trustworthy and honest

Timeline

Service Manager

Allied Fire Protection
04.2024 - 05.2025

Fire Sprinkler Service Sales

American Fire Protection Group
08.2022 - 04.2024

Fire Sprinkler Division Vice President

SafeCare
01.2005 - 08.2022

Fire Sprinkler Inspection Manager and Estimator

P.I.P.E INC.
01.1992 - 01.2005

Fire Sprinkler Lead Technician

P.I.P.E INC.
01.1987 - 01.1992

Apprentice

P.I.P.E INC.
01.1985 - 01.1987

GED -

Del Norte High School
Norman Medina