Work at Carle Hospital, ensuring the safety and accessibility of crowded hallways, maintaining clean environments while installing and repairing various plumbing systems (including cast iron, PVC, copper, PEX, and more)
Represent Davis-Houk in daily meetings, actively discussing project progress, safety protocols, blueprint RFIs, and trade coordination
Supervise and mentor Journeypersons and apprentices, ensuring adherence to safety standards, plumbing codes, and jobsite responsibilities
Manage material inventory and procurement, ensuring efficient workflow and on-time project completion
Proactively identify potential jobsite conflicts, organize trade coordination meetings, and collaborate with superintendents to prevent delays
Lead the installation of medical gases and vacuum systems within tight deadlines, enabling smooth surgical operations
Conduct installations and repairs for diverse plumbing systems, including complex applications like lab waste, medical systems, and specialized fixtures
Successfully install and maintain various plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, water heaters, kitchen equipment, and prayer foot wash stations
Contractor
Reifsteck Handyman Services
02.2021 - 08.2021
Coordinated and managed multiple residential and commercial repair projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective solutions for clients
Provided excellent customer service by explaining construction processes and recommending solutions, prioritizing client satisfaction
Efficiently met project deadlines while maintaining a high standard of quality and craftsmanship
Lead Fabricator & Shop Foreman
Hastings CCI Equipment
03.2020 - 02.2021
Led the fabrication and construction of grain handling systems, including building new grain bins and retrofitting older ones for enhanced capacity
Supervised a team, ensuring that daily operations were carried out efficiently and safely
Engineered custom solutions for grain handling equipment, collaborating with clients to meet specific needs
Demonstrated creative problem-solving by repurposing excess materials and creating functional custom-built solutions
Designed, built, and welded complex catwalk systems for agricultural clients, adhering to strict safety and engineering standards
Metal Fabricator & Marine Mechanic
All Points Boats
11.2019 - 03.2020
Performed maintenance and repairs on yacht exhaust systems, fuel tanks, and seawater intake flanges
Assisted in the installation of standby generators and the repair of corroded hull and bulkhead sections
Ensured the safe and precise fabrication of marine components, including stainless steel and aluminum exhaust manifolds
General Foreman
Xtreme Mechanical
05.2011 - 10.2019
Gained extensive experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing, heating, and gas systems
Worked on complex systems such as water mains, chemical waste lines, and vacuum systems, across diverse materials (ductile iron, cast iron, PVC, steel, and more)
Led a crew of up to 15 workers on large-scale remodeling projects, replacing water distribution systems in schools and overseeing extensive lab renovations
Managed plumbing and safety requirements for university facilities, ensuring minimal disruption during major construction projects
Demonstrated excellent project management skills, including designing, ordering materials, and supervising installations
Oversaw and coordinated major water system projects, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and budget constraints
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction: Trade Technology
Parkland College
Champaign
05-2018
Timeline
General Foreman
Davis-Houk Mechanical
08.2021 - Current
Contractor
Reifsteck Handyman Services
02.2021 - 08.2021
Lead Fabricator & Shop Foreman
Hastings CCI Equipment
03.2020 - 02.2021
Metal Fabricator & Marine Mechanic
All Points Boats
11.2019 - 03.2020
General Foreman
Xtreme Mechanical
05.2011 - 10.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Construction: Trade Technology