I'm a well trained efficient plumber with over 30 years of experience. I have 20 years as a Master Plumber and 15 years as a self employed contractor. I have 5 years of experience with hospital maintenance.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Plumber
Tampa University / Sodexo
Tampa Bay, FL, USA
06.2019 - Current
Performed inspections and installations on plumbing lines with diameters up to 4 inches.
Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
Used all and all power tools to create assemblies and sub-assemblies.
Executed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting per specifications.
Installed and repaired all types of plumbing fixtures and piping.
Cleared stoppages in plumbing drain lines.
Mentored junior plumbers, sharing valuable knowledge and techniques to enhance their professional development.
Responded promptly to emergency service calls, mitigating damages caused by burst pipes or other critical issues.
Established a solid reputation as a trusted lead plumber in the community through consistent delivery of top-notch services.
Optimized workflow for project completion by effectively delegating tasks to team members.
LEAD PLUMBER
Bon Secours Mercy Health
Portsmouth, VA, USA
05.2014 - 06.2019
Installed and replaced water heaters, drain pipes and water supply lines.
Prepared project bids, including parts, labor and equipment needed for each project.
Performed emergency on-call work hours during evening, weekends and some holidays.
Created and submitted daily reports on progress of all plumbing projects.
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.
Installed and inspected new and existing plumbing lines up to 4 inches in diameter.
Installed and repaired gas lines and hot and cold water lines.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
OWNER
Preferred Plumbing
Fredericksburg, VA, USA
04.1999 - 04.2014
Directed hiring and training of new department managers to drive organizational improvements.
Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands.
Led startup and opening of plumbing business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
Determined clients' immediate and future financial requirements to recommend insurance products meeting individual needs.
Assembled and managed teams for development, construction, sales and marketing initiatives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Spotsylvania High School
Spotsylvania, VA
1 1981
Skills
Exceptional problem solver
Knowledgeable of applicable local codes
Piping specifications
Job order prioritization
Good mechanical aptitude
Communications
Problem resolution
Certification
Held a Virginia Masters Plumbers License for 20 years. Let it expire when I moved to Florida. Have started the processes to get it back.
Virginia Class C Contractors License when I started my business . Preferred Plumbing.