Robert Sanchez
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Experienced plumber having worked in both commercial and residential opportunities to repair, install and maintain plumbing fixtures, drainage, heating, and sewage. Adept in working with the latest plumbing tools and procedures. Independent worker with high energy and great communication skills. Reliable and professional able to work with little oversight.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sewer Drain Technician
powerflo
Staten Island, NY
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Liaised with customers to provide technical advice on preventive maintenance measures that can be taken to avoid future plumbing problems.
- Cut damaged sections of pipe using conduit cutters, replacing broken sections using pipe sleeves.
- Conducted routine maintenance on drainage systems such as cleaning out sump pits, replacing worn gaskets, flushing lines and repairing manholes.
- Repaired broken, cracked or collapsed drainpipes using cutting torches, epoxy resins and other materials.
- Traveled to job sites in service area and collaborated with dispatch to adhere to schedule requirements.
- Communicated with each customer to discuss reported issues, as well as complete follow-up visits or check-ins.
- Performed regular inspections of all components of a drainage system to identify potential problems before they become major issues.
- Diagnosed problems related to slow draining sinks, toilets or showers by running tests on the sewage system.
- Installed new sewer lines as well as repaired existing ones using hand tools, power tools and heavy machinery.
- Verified repaired sewer line joints prior to backfilling.
Plumber
Genuine Plumbing
Staten Island, USA
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Analyzed, diagnosed, and resolved customer problems in a courteous, professional, timely, and accurate manner
- Identified potential problems to prevent premature and unexpected breakdowns or callbacks
- Maintained and repaired plumbing systems carrying water, steam, chemicals and fuel in heating, cooling, lubricating and other process piping systems by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains
- Repaired or replaced plumbing fixtures; tested joints and pipe systems for leaks, opened clogged drains, measured, cut, threaded, bended, reamed and installed pipe and pipe fittings
- Inspected high pressure, air, steam, water and gas systems to ascertain malfunctions
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment
- Welded small pipes or special piping, using specialized techniques, equipment, or materials, such as computer-assisted welding or microchip fabrication
- Located and marked the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels, and cuts openings
- Installed pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers or water heaters, or fixtures such as sinks or toilets, using hand or power tools
- Measured, cut, threaded, or bent pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines
Porter/Handyman
Grand Terrace Condominiums
Staten Island, USA
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Assisted complex superintendent with projects and daily maintenance need
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors
- Stripped floor by hand and machine
- Waxed, buffed polished and refinished floors
Welder
Apollo International Corp.
Staten Island, USA
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Completed a range of welding projects, including hoses, fitting and steel pipes
- Performed different types of welding including Flat, overhead horizontal and vertical
- Pressure tested objects up to 1000 lbs
- Operated welding machinery
- Maintained inventory control and recoding
- Keeping of tools, supplies and equipment
Reglazer /Refinisher
Al & Dave & Son, Inc.
Staten Island, NY
10.2011 - 05.2015
- Grouted tiles and caulked baseboards and walls
- Prepped the work site are for projects
- Refinished claw foot bath tubs and fixed chips/cracks
- Specialized in sinks and pedestals
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Installed new hardware on restored items such as handles or hinges.
- Followed safety protocols when using hazardous chemicals and power tools.
Education
Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard & Torch Operations - F60 & G 60
11.2020
OSHA 30 hour -
Department of labor
11.2019
Certificate of Fitness for low pressure oil burner operator - P-99
02.2019
High School Equivalency Diploma -
12.2015
Skills
- Septic system maintenance
- Skilled in maintenance and organization
- Sewer installations
- Pipe bursting
- Leak detection
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Safety protocol
- Pipe inspection
References
ALL REFERENCE FURNISHED UPON REQUEST
Timeline
Sewer Drain Technician
powerflo
01.2022 - 01.2024
Plumber
Genuine Plumbing
01.2020 - 06.2021
Porter/Handyman
Grand Terrace Condominiums
04.2019 - 05.2021
Welder
Apollo International Corp.
06.2015 - 04.2019
Reglazer /Refinisher
Al & Dave & Son, Inc.
10.2011 - 05.2015
Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard & Torch Operations - F60 & G 60
OSHA 30 hour -
Department of labor
Certificate of Fitness for low pressure oil burner operator - P-99
High School Equivalency Diploma -
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