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Tony Hawkins

Summary

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.

Timeline

Lead Plumber

Tampa University / Sodexo
06.2019 - Current

LEAD PLUMBER

Bon Secours Mercy Health
05.2014 - 06.2019

OWNER

Preferred Plumbing
04.1999 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Spotsylvania High School
Tony Hawkins