Patrick Krupa
Ventura,CA
Summary
Dedicated plumbing professional with extensive experience in instruction and mentorship. Recognized for strong public speaking and collaboration with leadership to enhance training programs. Committed to fostering skill development and improving trainee performance in technical fields.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Instructor
Seabee Training and Evaluation Unit ONE
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented training programs for military personnel, enhancing operational readiness and skill proficiency for the Naval construction force.
- Facilitated hands-on instruction in various technical areas, ensuring comprehension of complex material to a class size of 14 trainees at least ten times a year.
- Evaluated trainees' performance using hydrostatic testing methods to identify areas of improvement and instruct repair methods.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to refine curriculum based on evolving mission requirements and the Uniform Plumbing code.
Union Plumber With Local 484
Suttles Plumbing,Acco Industries, and Refinery
03.2021 - 06.2024
- Installed, repaired, and maintained plumbing systems in residential and commercial settings to include: DWV and feed water systems in new apartment buildings, schools, and hospitals.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using camera snakes and ensured proper clearing of blockages using pipe jets and power augers.
- Collaborated with contractors and builders to integrate plumbing systems into new constructions and identify areas of conflict.
- Established a certified apprenticeship program which produced two more licensed journeymen.
US Navy Seabee Utilitiesman/Plumber Foreman
Naval Construction Group ONE/ Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FIVE
08.2014 - 03.2021
- Supervised installation and repair of plumbing systems in diverse construction environments to include: Guam, California, Desert, island, and contingency.
- Trained and mentored junior plumbers on best practices and safety protocols with zero mishaps.
- Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize project timelines and resource allocation resulting in zero deadlines missed.
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with Uniform Plumbing Codes and ASTM construction standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-way East
Frankfort, IL06.2003
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Attention to Detail
Certification
-Journeyman Plumber
-Master Training Specialist
-Brazing certifications
-Welding certifications
-Backflow prevention
-Medical gas installer
Timeline
Plumbing Instructor
Seabee Training and Evaluation Unit ONE
07.2024 - Current
Union Plumber With Local 484
Suttles Plumbing,Acco Industries, and Refinery
03.2021 - 06.2024
US Navy Seabee Utilitiesman/Plumber Foreman
Naval Construction Group ONE/ Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FIVE
08.2014 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Lincoln-way East