Raphael Lopez
Goodyear
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber Technician
Andrews Refrigeration
Phoenix, AZ
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
- Worked non-standard and on-call hours and weekends on rotational basis and patiently focused on customer needs.
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Established and maintained positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.
- Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
- Documented cost of plumbing repairs and kept precise records of time and material.
- Studied building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.
- Continued plumbing education and kept abreast of industry updates and improvements to best serve client needs.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Kept detailed job records using [Software] to maintain up-to-date filing system.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
- Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
- Provided quotes for repairs.
- Removal and installment of water heaters.
Lead Plumber
Legion Food Trucks Company
El Monte, CA
06.2022 - 04.2023
- Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Prepared detailed records of all project tasks from start to finish.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Trained and supervised all incoming employees.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Requisitioned tools and equipment to select type and size of pipes needed for projects.
- Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
Forklift Operator
OSI Staffing Services
Bell Gardens, CA
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
Assembler Technician
Wyss Catering Truck
Bell Gardens, CA
10.2019 - 10.2020
- Operated and maintained variety of hand and power tools and assembled and repaired large mechanical units.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Obtained appropriate tooling and fixtures for each assembly job.
- Disassembled, reassembled and corrected changeover.
- Checked position and alignment of each component to prevent errors and minimize materials waste.
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality.
- Removed rough spots to enhance parts alignment and improve finishes.
- Sealed and wired valves and created and attached nameplates.
- Competently installed foam insulation on tubing and controls.
- Operated shear, torch and plasma cutter on daily basis.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Performed daily equipment checks by recharging batteries and lubricating equipment parts.
- Building kitchens
- Installing grills, fryers, and steam tables
- Running AVS/PVC drains pipes for plumbing
Driver
Sunrise Auto Center
South Gate, CA
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
- Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and special incidents.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.
- Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
Forklift Operator
Lineage Logistics LLC
Vernon, CA
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Operated all loaders, Electric pallet jack and Sitdown forklift equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
- Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials
Education
High School Diploma -
Warren High School
Downey, CA06.2013
Skills
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Cooperative Team Member
- Work Supervision
- Piping Installation
- Pipe Measuring and Cutting
- Quality Production
- Warehouse Management Systems
- Safety Awareness
- Water heater stallments
- Loading and Unloading
- Order Picking and Processing
- Shipping and Receiving
- Warehouse Procedures
- Storage and Organization
- Maintenance and Repair
- Equipment Operation
- Site Installations
Timeline
Plumber Technician
Andrews Refrigeration
06.2023 - 02.2025
Lead Plumber
Legion Food Trucks Company
06.2022 - 04.2023
Forklift Operator
OSI Staffing Services
11.2020 - 06.2022
Assembler Technician
Wyss Catering Truck
10.2019 - 10.2020
Driver
Sunrise Auto Center
10.2018 - 10.2019
Forklift Operator
Lineage Logistics LLC
08.2014 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Warren High School
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