Rene Guzman

I was a medical gas specialist apprentice and did tenant work as well. Anywhere from working with the tool to leading another apprentice and teaching them how to plumb.

• Adhered to safety protocols when working around hazardous chemicals or materials.
• Collaborated with contractors on various projects.
• Assisted with pipefitting tasks, including threading pipes and soldering joints.
• Cut openings in walls for installation of new fixtures or pipes.
• Provided assistance in troubleshooting problems with existing systems.
• Connected water supply lines to appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
• Installed gas piping for stoves, furnaces, water heaters and other appliances.
• Ran tests to check the performance of newly installed plumbing components.
• Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site.
• Traced source of leaks in residential and commercial buildings.
• Assembled fittings such as elbows, tees and valves into a system.
• Tested water pressure levels throughout pipelines using gauges.
• Removed old materials from installations prior to replacing them.
• Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
• Provided excellent customer service by addressing questions or concerns promptly.
• Replaced faulty valves, faucets, washers, gaskets and seals.
• Repaired broken or defective parts in water supply lines and drainage systems.
• Performed preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
• Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding service calls.
• Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
• Read blueprints to determine layout of plumbing systems.
• Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
• Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
• Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
• Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
• Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
• Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
• Maintained neat and well-organized worksites by removing debris and sharp objects and cleaning up after shift.
• Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
• Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
• Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
• Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
• Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
• Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
• Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
• Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
• Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
• Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
• Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
• Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
• Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
• Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
• Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
• Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
• Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
• Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
• Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
• Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
• Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
• Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.

• Developed effective relationships with suppliers in order to secure competitive pricing for products purchased by the company.
• Researched new products to determine potential success in assigned stores.
• Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
• Provided feedback from customers regarding product selection, display, and pricing.
• Performed regular price checks on select items throughout the store location.
• Provided training and support for new staff members in regards to merchandising operations.
• Participated in weekly meetings regarding upcoming promotions or changes in product lines.
• Inspected shipments for quality control purposes prior to stocking shelves or racks with merchandise.
• Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
• Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
• Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain accurate stock levels.
• Collaborated with vendors to negotiate pricing, delivery dates, and other terms of sale.
• Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
• Established processes for tracking damaged goods returns from retail outlets.