Samuel Lopez
Sunland Park
Summary
Hardworking plumber offers strong knowledge in troubleshooting piping systems and diagnosing issues. Well-versed in latest building codes with background in successfully completing residential and commercial projects. Reliable individual with several years of experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2027
2027
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Plumber
Tdyne contractors
El Paso
04.2025 - Current
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial properties for Tdyne Contractors.
- Utilized various hand tools and power tools for plumbing installations and repairs.
- Conducted routine maintenance on pipes, fittings, and fixtures to ensure functionality.
- Assisted in diagnosing plumbing issues and recommending appropriate repair solutions.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and on schedule.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment at job sites.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Sealed joints between sections of pipes using lead wool or threading compounds.
- Used power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Plumber
Total mechanical inc
Sunland Park
05.2016 - 12.2024
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial properties for Tdyne Contractors.
- Conducted routine maintenance on pipes, fittings, and fixtures to ensure functionality.
- Assisted in diagnosing plumbing issues and recommending appropriate repair solutions.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Sealed joints between sections of pipes using lead wool or threading compounds.
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
- Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Visited customer sites to assess their needs and provide estimates for repair jobs.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed for project tracking purposes.
- Engaged with clients to understand their plumbing needs and provide service updates.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment at job sites.
Education
Edison Hope Christian Academy
El Paso, TXSkills
- Pipe installation
- Leak detection
- Plumbing repairs
- Blueprint interpretation
- Gas line connection
- Customer service
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Emergency response
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Safety protocol adherence
- Sewer and domestic water lines
- Basic math aptitude
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment operation
- Silver and soft solder expert
- Codes compliance
- Drainage systems repair
- Equipment operation proficiency
- Commercial construction experience
- Piping material selection
- Troubleshooting
- Drainage systems
- Remodels and new construction
- Septic system installation
- Drain field placement
- Fixture repair
- System testing
- Plumbing
- Gas line handling
- Continuous learning commitment
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Piping installation
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Plumber
Tdyne contractors
04.2025 - Current
Plumber
Total mechanical inc
05.2016 - 12.2024
Edison Hope Christian Academy