Xavier Steele
Indianapolis
Summary
Fourth year apprentice experienced with commercial plumbing solutions, including installation, maintenance, and repair services. Utilizes technical knowledge to diagnose and resolve plumbing issues efficiently. Track record of ensuring compliance with safety standards and building codes. Experienced service plumbing apprentice motivated in pursuing more knowledge about plumbing systems.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Plumber
Edwards Electrical and Mechanical
06.2024 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired plumbing issues, ensuring system functionality and customer satisfaction.
- Regularly diagnose lift station/grinder pump issues
- Performed service for large commercial heaters and boiler
- Completed large underground jobs c900-Ductile Iron-Sch 80
- Installed and maintained residential and commercial plumbing systems, adhering to safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service delivery processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring availability for timely project completion.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and reliable service delivery.
- Ensured optimal functioning of water heaters, sump pumps, sewage ejectors, and other essential plumbing equipment.
- Provided comprehensive estimates to clients for proposed work, ensuring clarity in cost expectations and project timelines.
- Maintained compliance with local building codes and regulations throughout all phases of service delivery.
- Demonstrated versatility in handling diverse projects ranging from small repairs to large-scale commercial installations.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Drain Technician/ Underground Plumbing
Gordon Plumbing Inc
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Inspected, diagnosed and repaired drain systems for residential and commercial customers.
- Identified root causes of drainage issues using various tools such as cameras, smoke testers and hydro-jetting equipment.
- Installed new drains in accordance with local building codes.
- Repaired broken pipes, clogged lines and other related plumbing problems.
- Utilized tools such as augers, snakes and vacuums to clear clogs from pipes.
- Operated heavy machinery
- Operated Vac Truck
- Replaced damaged parts such as gaskets, seals and fittings on drain lines.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining findings and recommended repairs and replacements.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding drainage issues.
- Provided technical advice to customers about preventive measures for avoiding future plumbing issues.
- Coordinated with supervisors during emergency situations requiring immediate attention.
- Followed company policies and procedures when carrying out daily operations.
- Completed job reports and logs for service calls\, detailing materials used, digging depths, labor hours and special concerns.
- Verified repaired sewer line joints prior to backfilling.
- Answered questions, provided information and resolved issues with customers, helping to build lasting rapport and relationships.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding service calls.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Diagnosed and resolved drainage issues using advanced diagnostic tools
- Utilized safety measures such as ditch boxes
Forman/Installer
CG Installations
06.2017 - 04.2022
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics
- Performed heavy labor such as ditch digging, drilling, and hauling.
- Reviewed work orders to assess work needs for the day.
- Established work priorities to meet contractual obligations for schedule and installations.
- Completed indoor and outdoor residential and commercial construction projects.
- Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.
- Cleaned all construction areas to avoid hazards.
- Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
- Swept and cleaned roofs.
- Cut materials to specified sizes for installation using power saws and tile cutters.
- Fabricated sheet metal products according to customer specifications and drawings.
- Repaired and maintained existing equipment using welding, soldering, brazing, riveting, and other techniques.
- Operated machinery such as shears, brakes, presses, punches, notchers and forming machines to shape sheet metal parts.
- Measured dimensions of completed work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Trimmed excess material from edges of formed parts using snips or power saws.
- Completed paperwork related to production activities such as tracking hours worked per job order.
Welding Fabricator
Geiger and Peters
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Worked here throughout my junior/senior year of high school. It replaced my last two periods as a first/second year welder.
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Checked angle of pipe on angle table.
- Welded components in flat, vertical or overhead positions.
- Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
Education
License - Plumbing
Mechanical Skills 2024-Present
Indianapolis, IN04-2026
License - Plumbing
Associated Builder And Contractors of Indiana 2022-2024
Indianapolis, INHigh School Diploma -
Warren Central High School
Indianapolis, IN06.2019
Skills
- Continuous learning attitude
- Commercial Plumbing
- HydroJetting
- Physical stamina and strength
- Sewer and domestic water lines
- Excellent communication
- Sewer line inspection
- Gas line handling
- Drain cleaning proficiency
- Strong Communication Skills
- Dependable and Reliable
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Self-Directed
- Emergency plumbing response
- Plumbing Knowledge
- Welding
Accomplishments
- Recognized and received Tech of the Second quarter as well as the Fourth Quarter in 2025 for outstanding performance and profit margin of 62 percent and 72 percent.
- 0 JSA reports
- 0 recordable driving incidents
Certification
OSHA10
Timeline
Service Plumber
Edwards Electrical and Mechanical
06.2024 - Current
Drain Technician/ Underground Plumbing
Gordon Plumbing Inc
06.2022 - 06.2024
Welding Fabricator
Geiger and Peters
11.2018 - 11.2019
Forman/Installer
CG Installations
06.2017 - 04.2022
License - Plumbing
Mechanical Skills 2024-Present
License - Plumbing
Associated Builder And Contractors of Indiana 2022-2024
High School Diploma -
Warren Central High School
Education and Training
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