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Thomas Kohler

Forked River,NJ

Summary

After over 40 years of working in the Plumbing, Mechanical and Electrical field, I have moved over from contractor to Inspector. I approach this position with significant field knowledge and experience. It is my ambition to assist any inspection department to run smoothly while assisting contractors and homeowners alike to complete their projects in safe, code compliant manners, with friendly assistance on my part.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrical Plumbing Subcode Official

Holmdel Township
Holmdel , NJ
09.2023 - Current
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
  • Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
  • Performed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
  • Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.

Electrical and Plumbing Inspector

Monroe Township
Monroe, NJ
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Plumbing and Electrical inspections. Plan review for permit issuance.

Owner Operator Plumbing Heating and Electric.

Thomas J Kohler & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Electric
Forked River, NJ
03.1987 - 07.2023
  • Followed electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
  • Monitored compliance with local and state codes and job specifications to deliver superior quality.
  • Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
  • Promoted safety and work site awareness by identifying and removing potential hazards and effectively training team members in safety protocols.

Instrumentation & Control Technician

GPU Nuclear
Forked River, NJ
03.1985 - 03.1995
  • Tested and troubleshot instruments, components and assemblies using circuit testers, oscilloscopes and voltmeters.
  • Removed damaged components and instrument systems to complete repairs or replace parts.
  • Installed, programmed and adjusted electrical and mechanical equipment.
  • Maintained strict maintenance schedules for critical systems and accurately logged repairs and inspections according to policy and protocol.
  • Performed diagnostics and root cause analysis to evaluate malfunctions.

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

USN
San Diego, CA
08.1976 - 08.1980
  • Regulated power-generating equipment using control boards or semi-automatic equipment.
  • Delegated tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and expertise, leading to increase in productivity and workflows.
  • Monitored and inspected equipment, systems and control boards.
  • Maintained high-level communication with direct supervisors to support rapid issue resolution.
  • Adhered to plant safety and environmental policies and procedures at all times.

Education

Electrical Construction

Apprentice For The Electrical Industry IBEW Local 98
Philadelphia, PA
06.1985

General Engineering And Shipboard Propulsion

U S Naval Training Center
Great Lakes, IL
05.1977

High School Diploma -

LaSalle College High School
Philadelphia, PA
06.1976

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Budget Preparation
  • Technical Drawings and Schematics
  • Project Team Supervision
  • Code Compliance
  • Customer Service

Certification

  • Licensed NJ Master Plumber , License NJ Master Electrician, Licensed NJ ICS, HHS Plumbing Subcode. Licensed NJ ICS Electrical inspector. Licensed NJ HHS Electrical Subcode official. NJ Licensed Construction Official.
  • Recently completed RCS one and two family building course, and passed RCS building one and two family test. Completed mechanical one and two family test and will have RCS and mechanical one and two family licenses shortly.

Timeline

Electrical Plumbing Subcode Official

Holmdel Township
09.2023 - Current

Electrical and Plumbing Inspector

Monroe Township
07.2023 - 09.2023

Owner Operator Plumbing Heating and Electric.

Thomas J Kohler & Sons Plumbing, Heating & Electric
03.1987 - 07.2023

Instrumentation & Control Technician

GPU Nuclear
03.1985 - 03.1995

Gas Turbine Systems Technician

USN
08.1976 - 08.1980

Electrical Construction

Apprentice For The Electrical Industry IBEW Local 98

General Engineering And Shipboard Propulsion

U S Naval Training Center

High School Diploma -

LaSalle College High School

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Temple University

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