Garfield Dunlop
2055 Valley Street, Moose Creek,ON
Summary
Construction professional prepared for high-stakes roles with extensive experience in overseeing multifaceted construction projects. Consistently ensures projects meet quality standards and deadlines, fostering collaborative work environment. Known for strong leadership, adaptability, and proficiency in project management and site supervision.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Licensed Plumber, Construction Site
Morris Shelswell & Sons Excavating and Grading Ltd
01.2023 - Current
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on commercial properties, preventing potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Kept up-to-date with current plumbing innovations and regulations through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively managing inventory of tools and supplies, minimizing downtime during jobs.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
- Reduced callbacks for repairs by ensuring accurate and thorough work on all plumbing jobs.
- Improved the efficiency of older plumbing systems by upgrading components to newer, more sustainable options.
- Provided exceptional customer service throughout the duration of each project, addressing concerns promptly.
- Coordinated with architects and engineers during new building projects to ensure optimal placement of pipes and fixtures according to code requirements.
- Contributed to business growth through positive word-of-mouth referrals from satisfied clients.
- Increased client trust by providing transparent communication on job progress, costs, and timelines.
- Exceeded customer expectations by providing prompt emergency response for urgent plumbing situations.
- Maximized longevity of installed systems through careful adherence to manufacturer recommendations during installation.
- Negotiated contracts with property owners for ongoing maintenance services, generating steady revenue streams for the business.
- Completed comprehensive inspections of completed projects for compliance with local codes and regulations.
- Collaborated with construction teams to successfully complete large-scale projects within deadlines, ensuring proper plumbing installations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing competitive pricing on materials for cost-effective project completion.
- Assisted in training new team members on best practices for various types of plumbing installations.
- Demonstrated expertise in diverse plumbing systems, tackling complex repair tasks with ease.
- Maintained safe working environments by following industry-standard safety protocols and procedures.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Licensed Plumber With Red Seal Certification
Self-employed and Other
01.1980 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in diverse plumbing systems, tackling complex repair tasks with ease.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
- Maximized longevity of installed systems through careful adherence to manufacturer recommendations during installation.
- Exceeded customer expectations by providing prompt emergency response for urgent plumbing situations.
Certified Licensed Plumber
Rolland and Sons Plumbing
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
Government and Public Relations Representative
Ontario Electrical League
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Spearheaded community relations initiatives that demonstrated corporate social responsibility.
- Coordinated and managed sponsorships and sponsorship activation.
- Aligned projects and daily activities with company vision, strategies and tactics.
- Produced and distributed internal and external communications.
- Conducted research on industry trends to inform public relations strategies and tactics.
- Organized charitable partnerships between clients and nonprofit organizations resulting in mutually beneficial collaborations.
Senior Fundraiser/Election Preparedness
Major Provincial Political Party
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Planned and implemented fundraising events.
- Offered excellent customer service to donors and sponsors to enhance relationships and increase funding.
- Solely raised over $3 million by developing and executing effective fundraising campaigns.
- Increased community awareness of organization''s mission by organizing and participating in public speaking engagements.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve integration of fundraising efforts.
- Secured major donations for various programs through donor cultivation and relationship building.
- Generated increased revenue by identifying new potential donors.
- Attended fundraising events and conferences to stay informed on industry developments and network with peers.
- Managed successful fundraising events, including donor engagement efforts.
- Provided regular progress reports on fundraising goals to the Leader and stakeholders.
- Developed impactful fundraising strategies to maximize donations and meet fundraising goals.
- Engaged community leaders to gain support for fundraising efforts, building strong, supportive networks.
- Coordinated with finance teams to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of donations.
- Ensured compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical guidelines, maintaining trust and transparency.
Member of Provincial Parliament, Simcoe North
Riding of Simcoe North & Queen's Park
06.1999 - 06.2015
Deputy Mayor
Township of Severn
10.1995 - 10.1999
Manager/Owner/Operator
Dunlop Plumbing
01.1975 - 01.1999
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
County of Simcoe - Warden
County of Simcoe
12.1997 - 12.1998
Mayor (Reeve)
Village of Coldwater
10.1983 - 10.1994
Municipal Councillor
Village of Coldwater
10.1980 - 10.1982
Education
Plumbing - Red Seal Certification
Humber College, Toronto
Toronto, ONSkills
- Project management
- Construction management
- Problem-solving
- Site management
- Construction safety
- Project scheduling
- Team building and leadership
Accomplishments
- Led various projects that were all completed within budget and on schedule.
- Achieved high-quality results by completing jobs with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with various industry workers in the development of several projects.
- Supervised staff members.
- Led several committees in political lifetime
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Plumbing Apprenticeship
Timeline
Certified Licensed Plumber, Construction Site
Morris Shelswell & Sons Excavating and Grading Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Government and Public Relations Representative
Ontario Electrical League
01.2019 - 12.2019
Certified Licensed Plumber
Rolland and Sons Plumbing
08.2018 - 04.2021
Senior Fundraiser/Election Preparedness
Major Provincial Political Party
01.2015 - 01.2018
Member of Provincial Parliament, Simcoe North
Riding of Simcoe North & Queen's Park
06.1999 - 06.2015
County of Simcoe - Warden
County of Simcoe
12.1997 - 12.1998
Deputy Mayor
Township of Severn
10.1995 - 10.1999
Mayor (Reeve)
Village of Coldwater
10.1983 - 10.1994
Municipal Councillor
Village of Coldwater
10.1980 - 10.1982
Licensed Plumber With Red Seal Certification
Self-employed and Other
01.1980 - Current
Manager/Owner/Operator
Dunlop Plumbing
01.1975 - 01.1999
- Plumbing Apprenticeship
Plumbing - Red Seal Certification
Humber College, Toronto
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