Adjustor 1 at Olin/Winchester (2020-02 – Present)
Responsibilities Include Die Set maintenance and retooling. Various tasks including preventative maintenance on 100+ ton, 60+ ton, 10+ ton and other machine presses and die sets. De-coiler use and maintenance. Daily use of P.I.V. including various forklifts and walk behind lifts. Regularly diagnosing problems in and around machine presses including hydraulic and pneumatic issues as well as lubrication and fabrication problems.
Sewer Drain Technician / Small Business Owner at Brothers Drain service (2016-01 – Present)
- Communicated with each customer to discuss reported issues, as well as complete follow-up visits or check-ins as needed.
- Assessed drain clogs and other standard plumbing issues in an effort to troubleshoot and resolve.
- Diagnosed and evaluated reported plumbing problems, including clogged drains and other issues.
- Maintained insight and knowledge regarding industry standards, codes and techniques.
- Estimated repair costs for each job and sought out required parts from competitively priced vendors.
- Used tact and diplomacy in communicating with clients, being sure to offer solutions and estimate potential costs.
- Removed roots, debris and other refuse from clogged sewer lines and drains.
- Performed routine maintenance on septic tanks for both residential and commercial clients to keep systems durable and operating at peak levels.
- Greeted clients pleasantly and delivered details about planned services, costs and potential discoveries.
- Answered questions, provided information and resolved issues with customers, helping to build lasting rapport and relationships.
- Troubleshot septic systems to identify operational or physical issues and correct problems.
Apprentice Plumber at Professor Plumber LLC (2005-03 – 2016-07)
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on variety of projects, including carpentry and masonry.
- Worked on all aspects of plumbing systems from start to finish and handled work with efficiency.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Cleaned all construction areas to avoid hazards.
- Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment.
- Worked with tools such as pruning saws, hedge and brush trimmers and axes.
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Resolved inspection deficiencies promptly.
- Used pick and shovel to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Continually cleaned work areas and equipment.
- Assisted in management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, and ordering supplies.
