Cory Dunbar
Mt. Sterling
Summary
Knowledgeable maintenance professional with over 12 years of experience in plumbing and operating equipment by performing preventive, predictive and corrective actions to keep equipment operating at peak performance. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Therapy Aide
IDHS
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted scheduled facility counts and room checks of clients on an assigned housing unit
- Monitored client activity on an assigned housing unit
- Escorted client to locations within the facility to ensure staff and client safety
- Escorted clients to offsite appointments to ensure client and public safety
- Responded to emergencies within the facility when either observed or announced via radio
- Conducted thorough room searches as needed to identify contraband or potential hazards within the facility.
Plumbing Assistant
Lindsey Childers Plumbing
05.2012 - 01.2024
- Increased efficiency in plumbing repairs by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, resulting in reduced downtime for clients.
- Worked independently at multiple job sites or at times with a licensed plumber to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner
- Collaborated closely with other trade professionals such as electricians and carpenters during multi-trade projects, ensuring smooth coordination of efforts toward successful outcomes.
- Reduced potential for future repairs by recommending preventative maintenance procedures to clients upon completion of projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines, streamlining workflow for optimal results.
- Installed new water lines using cast iron, PVC, or copper piping
- Soldered copper pipe utilizing a propane torch
- Ran a back hoe, trencher, and mini excavator
- Installed new or performed maintenance on residential or commerical water heaters
- Installed pressure switches and water pumps for residential/commercial/city water systems
- Managed inventory of materials required for each project, ensuring availability when needed without overstocking supplies.
- Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners.
- Assisted lead plumber with developing accurate estimates for clients based on scope of work and materials needed, resulting in clear expectations from both parties.
- Reduced callbacks for repairs by thoroughly testing installed systems for leaks or other issues before finalizing installations.
- Enhanced safety on job sites by strictly following safety protocols and guidelines during all tasks performed.
- Maintained tools and equipment in excellent condition through regular inspections, cleaning, and proper storage practices.
- Contributed to company reputation by providing exceptional customer service while addressing client concerns or questions about completed work or ongoing projects.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot various plumbing issues effectively.
Operator
Illinois Valley Paving
04.1998 - 01.2003
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Operated front end loaders, bulldozers, track hoe, and compactors to install roads/highways
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brown County High School
Mount Sterling, IL05-1998
Skills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Performing repairs
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Security Therapy Aide
IDHS
01.2024 - Current
Plumbing Assistant
Lindsey Childers Plumbing
05.2012 - 01.2024
Operator
Illinois Valley Paving
04.1998 - 01.2003
High School Diploma -
Brown County High School
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