Verchaun Simms
Westwego,LA
Summary
Adept at plumbing repairs and skilled in both hand and power tools, I significantly enhanced Pontchartrain Mechanical's project outcomes through meticulous piping installations and effective mentorship of junior plumbers. My proactive approach to adopting new technologies and commitment to excellent customer service underscore my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber
Pontchartrain Mechanical
06.2017 - 08.2024
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Worked Tremble layout for 2 years.
- 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.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Adapted quickly to new plumbing technologies, staying ahead in industry.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Education
GED -
Walter L. Cohen
New Orleans, LASkills
- Plumbing Repairs
- Piping installation
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Drainage Systems Repair
- Blueprints
- Gas Line Handling
Timeline
Plumber
Pontchartrain Mechanical
06.2017 - 08.2024
GED -
Walter L. Cohen
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