Tim Eckler
Apache Junction,AZ
Summary
Skilled journeyman steamfitter with comprehensive experience in commercial and industrial settings. Profound understanding of blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings combined with robust skills in pipe installation, repairs, and maintenance. Proven ability to adhere strictly to safety standards while ensuring optimal system performance and efficiency. Made considerable impact on project completion rates and job site safety at previous workplaces.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Journeyman Steamfitter
Tidwell Masonry
Mesa, Az
02.2018 - Current
- Installed piping systems for residential and commercial construction projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance on steam systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with construction teams to coordinate plumbing and heating installations.
- Constructed and assembled concrete forms for various building projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and project specifications for accurate form placement.
- Operated tools such as saws, drills, and leveling devices for form installation.
- Inspected completed forms for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Stripped off formed surfaces once they had set properly according to design plans.
- Set up, aligned, leveled, and braced forms as per engineering specifications.
- Placed anchor bolts into wet cement to secure structural members in place.
- Ensured that all measurements were accurate with a tape measure or other tools.
- Repaired damaged or broken forms as needed to prepare them for reuse.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of work including removing debris from worksite areas.
- Installed steel reinforcing bars into concrete forms prior to pouring concrete.
- Mixed, poured, spread and smoothed concrete using hand tools and power trowels.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
House Painter
Double D Painting
Phoenix, Arizona
02.2000 - 01.2008
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and cleaning for optimal paint adhesion.
- Applied primer and paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers for uniform finish.
- Ensured proper ventilation and safety measures during painting projects.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming as needed.
- Applied paint using brushes, rollers, and sprayers to ensure even coverage.
- Mixed and matched paints to achieve desired colors and finishes.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance during projects.
- Trained junior painters on techniques and best practices for quality work.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint exterior surfaces.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by filling cracks, holes and other imperfections with caulk or putty.
- Vacuumed up dust after sanding surfaces prior to painting them.
- Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
- Removed fixtures such as door knobs, light switch covers, window sashes and hardware prior to painting.
- Sanded down existing finishes that were peeling or cracked before repainting them.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces for finish coats.
- Applied sealants to protect painted surfaces from weathering elements.
- Set up scaffolding around tall structures such as pillars or ceilings when needed.
- Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
- Provided estimates on labor costs based on customer requests.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
Education
EPA /REFRIGERANTS - Heating And Cooling
RSI
Tempe, AZ 01.2002 - 02.2003
Skills
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Concrete form construction
- Maintenance scheduling
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Material estimation
- Air compressors
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Ventilation systems
- Flooring repair
- Door hardware
- Roof maintenance
- Commercial construction experience
- Plumbing repairs
- Air balancing
- Troubleshooting strength
- Residential construction
- Facility management
- Plumbing repair
- Generator maintenance
- Fan coil units
- Blueprint and schematics
- Plumbing
- Mechanical aptitude
- Tool management
- Lighting systems
- Control circuits
- Drywall repair
- Steam systems
- Equipment Repair
- Apartment maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Drywalling
- Motor controls
- Power and hand tool use
- Air filtration
- HVAC systems
- Painting
- Power tools proficiency
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hand tools expertise
Timeline
Journeyman Steamfitter
Tidwell Masonry
02.2018 - Current
EPA /REFRIGERANTS - Heating And Cooling
RSI
01.2002 - 02.2003
House Painter
Double D Painting
02.2000 - 01.2008