Robert Tosado
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Skilled Plumbing Apprentice with hands-on experience in plumbing systems installation, maintenance, and repair. Possess strong technical skills, adept at reading blueprints and understanding plumbing codes. Demonstrated ability to work under master plumbers, showcasing efficient problem-solving capabilities and commitment to quality workmanship. Significant contribution in previous roles through improved efficiency of plumbing repairs and installations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operations Manager
Rt Plumbing Services
Philadelphia, PA
02.2010 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
Plumbing Mechanic
M.E. plumbing LLC
Philadelphia, PA
02.2019 - 03.2024
- Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, water heaters, and garbage disposals.
- Repaired or replaced faulty valves and pipes to ensure proper water flow.
- Maintained records of work completed in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Inspected systems to identify potential problems or hazards prior to installation or repair.
- Performed preventive maintenance on plumbing systems to ensure efficient operation.
- Troubleshot complex plumbing issues using advanced techniques and tools.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during installation activities.
- Followed blueprints while installing drainage systems in residential homes.
- Checked system operations by running tests on pipes and lines.
- Replaced defective parts according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Cleaned out clogged drains using augers, plungers and other specialized tools.
- Provided technical advice on plumbing related matters when required.
Plumbing Apprentice
Reed Street Builders
Philadelphia, PA
09.2014 - 01.2019
- Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
- Assisted with pipefitting tasks, including threading pipes and soldering joints.
- Maintained records of plumbing jobs completed.
- Performed preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems for compliance with local building codes.
- Repaired broken or defective parts in water supply lines and drainage systems.
- Replaced faulty valves, faucets, washers, gaskets and seals.
- Ran tests to check the performance of newly installed plumbing components.
- Traced source of leaks in residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed gas piping for stoves, furnaces, water heaters and other appliances.
- Cut openings in walls for installation of new fixtures or pipes.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Assembled fittings such as elbows, tees and valves into a system.
- Tested water pressure levels throughout pipelines using gauges.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
Education
Plumbing - Plumbing Technology
Orleans Technical Institute
Philadelphia, PA06-2007
High School Diploma -
Southern High School,
Philadelphia, PA06-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Information Operations/Joint Information Operations
Temple University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Site excavation
- Piping installation
- Water treatment systems
- Basic repairs knowledge
- Materials Handling
- Pipe Bending
- Safety practices
- Physical Stamina
- Pipe installation
- Fixture Installation
- Maintenance understanding
- Valve and coupling fitting
- Blueprint Reading
- Drain Cleaning
- Job Site Safety
- Pipe cutting
- Pump maintenance
- Equipment safety
- Pipe replacement
- Equipment Operation
- Leak detection
- Measurements
- Plumbing code knowledge
- Lift up to [Number] pounds
- Power tool use
- Hand tool use
Timeline
Plumbing Mechanic
M.E. plumbing LLC
02.2019 - 03.2024
Plumbing Apprentice
Reed Street Builders
09.2014 - 01.2019
Owner/Operations Manager
Rt Plumbing Services
02.2010 - Current
Plumbing - Plumbing Technology
Orleans Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Southern High School,
Some College (No Degree) - Information Operations/Joint Information Operations
Temple University
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