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Richard Clise

Temperance

Summary

Seasoned Fire Sprinkler Fitter with strong background in installation, repair, and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems. Possess key strengths including understanding of relevant safety protocols and ability to read blueprints accurately. Notable for problem-solving skills and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Demonstrated impact on enhancing fire safety measures in previous roles.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Radco Fire Protection
Toledo
09.2004 - Current
  • Installed backflow prevention devices in accordance with local codes and regulations.
  • Conducted site surveys to determine the most effective locations for installing fire sprinklers.
  • Installed, tested and maintained fire sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA standards.
  • Assisted with the layout of new fire sprinkler systems using measuring instruments such as levels, plumb bobs, tape measures, squares.
  • Consulted with clients regarding design requirements for their specific applications.
  • Inspected existing fire sprinkler systems for compliance with NFPA standards.
  • Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
  • Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
  • Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
  • Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
  • Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
  • Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
  • Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.

Auto Worker

Lear
Mason
03.2001 - 08.2004
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery to load and unload materials.
  • Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring stock levels met demand without excess.
  • Assembled Seat's to be shipped to customers
  • Loaded and Unloaded inventory for daily work

Factory Production Worker

Hayes Lemmerz International
Howell
07.1995 - 09.2001
  • Loaded parts onto conveyor belts for further processing.
  • Loaded parts into machines for production
  • Loaded parts on lines to be painted
  • Worked with molten aluminum to cast wheels for cars
  • Worked in shipping and receiving

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Apprenticeship Program For Local Union 669

Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI

Skills

  • Fire sprinkler installation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Site surveying
  • Estimating
  • Customer relations
  • System testing

Certification

  • State of Ohio Fire Sprinkler installation
  • Fire Pump Installation and testing
  • Backflow testing Certificate for State of ohio

Timeline

Fire Sprinkler Fitter

Radco Fire Protection
09.2004 - Current

Auto Worker

Lear
03.2001 - 08.2004

Factory Production Worker

Hayes Lemmerz International
07.1995 - 09.2001

Some College (No Degree) - Apprenticeship Program For Local Union 669

Washtenaw Community College