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Stephen Gaines

Norfolk,Va.

Summary

Adept Plumber with a proven track record of delivering high-quality workmanship for Kings Plumbing and beyond. Specializes in plumbing repairs and system testing, coupled with a strong commitment to continuous learning and team collaboration. Excelled in emergency response and preventative maintenance, ensuring client satisfaction and project efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Plumber

Self-employed
11.2022 - Current
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
  • Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
  • Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with [Tool] and [Tool].

Plumber

Kings Plumbing
01.2020 - 10.2022
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
  • Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
  • Enhanced team productivity with effective communication and collaboration during complex projects.

Plumber/Medical Gas Technician

Southeastern Mechanical Services
02.2014 - 07.2020
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
  • Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
  • Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
  • Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.

Education

Plumbing/pipefitting/HVAC - Plumbing

Vocational Technical School
Norfolk, VA
05.1996

GED -

Lake Taylor High School
Norfolk, VA
07.1991

Skills

  • Plumbing Repairs
  • Drainage Systems Repair
  • Troubleshooting
  • Remodels and new construction
  • Cooperative team member
  • Continuous Learning Commitment
  • Problem Solving Prowess
  • Backflow Prevention Familiarity
  • Equipment Operation
  • Residential construction
  • Plumbing Code Compliance
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Emergency Response
  • Commercial construction experience
  • System Testing
  • Blueprints
  • Gas Line Handling
  • Valve Repair Mastery
  • Preventative Maintenance Planning
  • HVAC knowledge
  • Construction management
  • Silver and soft solder expert
  • Estimate Preparation
  • Plumbing Fixture Installation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Installation and maintenance
  • Detail Oriented
  • Project Cost Estimation

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of Bell Harbor hospital .
  • Promoted to foreman after 3 months of employment.

Timeline

Plumber

Self-employed
11.2022 - Current

Plumber

Kings Plumbing
01.2020 - 10.2022

Plumber/Medical Gas Technician

Southeastern Mechanical Services
02.2014 - 07.2020

Plumbing/pipefitting/HVAC - Plumbing

Vocational Technical School

GED -

Lake Taylor High School

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