Ryan Arnold
Hatboro,PA
Summary
Diligent and detailed professional with experience and proven results in various positions and industries. Professional with substantial hands-on experience in plumbing, offering solid track record of diagnosing and repairing complex plumbing issues. Highly reliable team player with strong focus on collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs. Proficient in pipe installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with safety and building regulations. Known for delivering results and maintaining high standards in all tasks.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber
Fran Taylor Plumbing & Heating
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing and piping systems in residential, commercial and new construction facilities.
- Continuously demonstrates track record of troubleshooting and diagnosing issues in various plumbing systems, including but not limited to leaks, clogs and broken pipes.
- Adept at cutting or drilling of holes in walls or floors and opening of structures to accommodate the passage of pipes, as well as manual excavation in preparation of work.
- Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures including but not limited to faucets, drains, toilets, water heaters, garbage disposals, sump pumps and dishwashers.
- Performs rough-in installation of water and drain piping for new construction and remodel projects.
- Skilled with the application and use of various plumbing materials including but not limited to PVC, CPVC, cast iron, galvanized steel, copper, PEX as well as certified to install Uponor.
- Frequently charged with surveying of job sites in preparation for work to be completed, taking measurements, photos, and diagnosing issues or problems.
- Ensures compliance with building codes, permit requirements, and safety regulations.
- Utilizes various hand and power tools and responsible for maintaining equipment and tools are in clean and good working condition.
- Diligently ensures job site cleanliness and organization through all phases of the job process at all job settings.
- Rapidly promoted from residential service helper to plumber in short amount of time.
General Laborer
Bickel & Scena General Contractors
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Performed various acts of physical labor at site.
- Cleaned all construction areas to avoid any possible hazards.
- Operated different kinds of hand and power tools in various applications.
- Mixing ingredients for creating compounds used in covering and cleaning surfaces.
- Assisted in demolition of structures and haul away of materials.
- Aided craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, and masons.
Store Manager
Balanced Associates - New Balance of Philadelphia & South Jersey
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Promoted and supported the New Balance brand image, as well as our own franchises’ standards and goals through professional selling.
- Explained product features and benefits, as well as technical specifications, to customers.
- Motivated the store sales team to reach and exceed sales goals.
- Achieved overall sales and financial goals of the store with direct profit and loss responsibility in each store.
- Ensured that every customer receives the highest level of customer service.
- Supported Loss Prevention efforts in each store, as well as effectively managed inventory levels through product ordering and returns.
- Ensured store appearance and visual presentation was consistent with brand & franchise image through effective merchandising.
- Executed monthly store objectives and implemented promotional initiatives.
- Drove business at the store level through coaching merchandising and selling skills to all associates.
- Studied to know the strengths and weaknesses of competitors' products, as well as how to respond to current trends in the industry.
Store Manager
WNA Capital - The Athletes Foot
02.2006 - 01.2009
- Oversaw store operations for The Athlete’s Foot retail athletic shoe stores for locations in Deptford and Cherry Hill, NJ, while serving as the lead salesperson responsible for meeting daily, monthly and annual budgets.
- Responsible for recruiting, training, mentoring, and managing a staff of sales associates, developing sales skills and ensuring the delivery of the highest level of customer service that sets the organization apart from its competitors.
- Charged with evaluating staff performance, coaching aspects of retail sales such as floor awareness and technical selling and ensuring a high level of morale among associates through incentives and performance rewards, while ensuring payroll remains in budget.
- Developed and implemented strategic plans for achieving sales objectives and improving operational processes to reduce shrink and achieve optimal profitability through focusing on pricing, discounting, inventory management, visual merchandising, and product turnover.
Group Sales Account Manager
Camden Riversharks Professional Baseball, L.L.C.
12.2004 - 01.2006
- Responsible for selling group packages to various corporate, educational, and civic organizations for the Camden Riversharks minor league baseball club.
- Achieved various individual sales goals while also contributing to overall departmental and organizational budgets, through effective marketing initiatives, relationship building, detailed event planning, and event execution.
- Contributed to the organization’s sales and marketing initiatives for individual and season tickets as well as corporate partnerships, fostering relationships that led to growth and profitability for that current season as well as future seasons.
Merchandise Manager
Camden Riversharks Professional Baseball, L.L.C.
03.2003 - 11.2004
- Charged with overseeing the merchandise operation for the Camden Riversharks minor league baseball club, including, but not limited to, in-stadium retail location, web sales, outside sales and special events.
- Developed and implemented a strategic merchandise plan for two baseball seasons that achieved revenue objectives, while reducing expenditures and increasing profit.
- Responsible for recruiting, training, mentoring, and managing a staff of interns and part-time employees, ensuring outstanding customer service, while reducing the payroll each season to meet changing organizational budgets.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Center City Philadelphia, PA01.2007
Tourism & Hospitality Management, Concentration in Sport & Recreation
Temple University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Plumbing repairs
- Piping installation
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Drainage systems repair
- Troubleshooting
Certification
Adult, Child, and Baby First Aid, CPR, and AED, The American Red Cross
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Plumber
Fran Taylor Plumbing & Heating
08.2023 - Current
General Laborer
Bickel & Scena General Contractors
03.2014 - 08.2014
Store Manager
Balanced Associates - New Balance of Philadelphia & South Jersey
01.2009 - 01.2014
Store Manager
WNA Capital - The Athletes Foot
02.2006 - 01.2009
Group Sales Account Manager
Camden Riversharks Professional Baseball, L.L.C.
12.2004 - 01.2006
Merchandise Manager
Camden Riversharks Professional Baseball, L.L.C.
03.2003 - 11.2004
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tourism & Hospitality Management, Concentration in Sport & Recreation
Temple University
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