Adept at streamlining plumbing and irrigation systems for Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation, I excel in piping installation and team leadership, enhancing project efficiency by 30%. My expertise in blueprint reading and preventive maintenance, coupled with a knack for mentoring, ensures compliance and high-quality solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Standing Supervisor
Los Angeles County Parks And Recreation
07.2016 - Current
Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
Plumber
Los Angeles County Parks And Recreation
12.2005 - Current
Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
Test and repair and install backfow devices .
Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
Streamlined inventory management, ensuring proper tools and materials were readily available for each job.
Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
Enhanced team productivity with effective communication and collaboration during complex projects.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Completed projects within budget constraints by accurately estimating material costs and labor hours.
Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
Irrigation Sprinkler Fitter
Los Angeles County Parks And Recreation
12.2005 - 07.2016
Repair main line breaks on irrigation systems . Repair remote control valves , trouble shoot wiring, irrigation controllers .
Design and install new irrigation systems . Solar system and battery operated devices for our facilities
Run and operate heavy equipment trencher machine backhoe tractor
Read irrigation plans
Inventory of irrigation parts and order parts as needed
Education
High School Diploma -
Pasadena High School
Pasadena, CA
Skills
Plumbing Repairs
Piping installation
Skilled with both hand and power tools
Drainage Systems Repair
Troubleshooting
Hand and power tools
Drainage System Knowledge
Plumbing
Backflow Prevention Familiarity
Problem Solving Prowess
Plumbing Code Compliance
Fixture Repair Proficiency
Equipment Operation
Pipe Cutting Precision
Blueprint Reading
Emergency Response
Team Collaboration Aptitude
Pipe installation expertise
Sewer Line Inspection
Piping Material Selection
Blueprints
Gas Line Handling
Preventative Maintenance Planning
Valve Repair Mastery
Codes Compliance
Inventory Management Efficiency
Staff Management
Silver and soft solder expert
Estimate Preparation
Plumbing Fixture Installation
Hand and Power Tool Operation
Problem-Solving
Installation and maintenance
Safety Protocols
Drainage Repair
Decision-Making
Water Heater Installation
Drain Cleaning
Pipefitting
Faucet Repair
Blueprints and Specifications
Team Collaboration
Power Tool Operation
Preventive Maintenance
Material prepping
OSHA Compliance
Water Pressure Assessment
Layout planning
Piping specifications
Code Compliance
Project Cost Estimation
Inventory Management
Relationship Building
Parts Fabrication
Mentoring and Coaching
Building code regulations
Commercial pipefitting
Emergency Services
Maximo application
Accomplishments
Backflow license
Computer networking and repair
Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
Supervised team of Number staff members.
Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
Quality Supervisor at Smurfit Kappa North America/Smurfit WestRock COI/BP/CARSONQuality Supervisor at Smurfit Kappa North America/Smurfit WestRock COI/BP/CARSON