Oscar Ochoa
Indio
Summary
Resourceful Plumbing Technician, known for productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Super fast learner who takes pride in his work. Possess specialized skills in leak detection, pipe installation, and system troubleshooting. Excel at problem-solving, customer service, physical labor, and time management to ensure projects are completed within deadlines, and to client satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumbing Technician
Industrial Commercial Systems
Vista
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted tests to check the performance of installed systems.
- Ensured all plumbing complies with relevant regulations and codes.
- Cleaned work area after completing tasks to ensure safety standards are met.
- Assisted in troubleshooting malfunctions in plumbing system components.
- Monitored stock levels of supplies needed for jobs to avoid delays due to shortages.
- Repaired broken pipes, unclogged drains, and replaced fixtures.
- Maintained records of materials used for each job completed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss upcoming projects and potential solutions.
- Selected appropriate type of piping material according to project specifications.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding plumbing issues in a timely manner.
- Executed plans by following blueprints or verbal instructions from supervisor.
- Utilized power tools like saws and drills when necessary for installations or repairs.
- Instructed apprentices about proper techniques for installing various types of pipes or fixtures.
- Connected pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, soldering agents.
- Installed and maintained plumbing systems for commercial buildings.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery in accordance with company policies.
- Carefully maneuvered skid steers through narrow pathways without causing harm to surrounding environment.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of materials, supplies, and equipment onto trucks.
- Adhered strictly to all safety guidelines established by OSHA standards.
- Moved dirt piles away from trenches using shovels, rakes and wheelbarrows when needed.
- Installed shoring systems including timber lagging, steel plates and hydraulic jacks to ensure trench stability during excavation process.
- Cleaned up debris around worksite after completing trenching activities.
- Inspected completed trenches for accuracy prior to backfilling operations taking place.
- Utilized laser transits, tape measures and other surveying instruments to accurately measure depths of cuts.
- Controlled traffic around job sites to prevent dangerous situations and job interruptions.
- Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
- Regulated speed and direction of loader or dozer.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
Backflows Repair Technician
Precision Backflows
Indio
09.2014 - 01.2023
- Tested repaired products for proper operation prior to returning them to customers.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of spare parts used in repairing computers or other electronic equipment.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in completing repair jobs.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards when performing repairs or servicing equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency repair calls from customers.
- Diagnosed system malfunctions and identified solutions to resolve technical issues.
- Reassembled equipment, completing inspections, testing or repairs.
- Performed soldering tasks to repair or replace damaged electronic components.
- Dismantled devices to gain access to and remove defective parts with various hand and power tools.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot challenging repair cases.
- Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Replaced defective components with compatible replacements sourced from suppliers.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Riverside County Economic Development Agency
Indio
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems; operated pumps to regulate water flow through sprinklers.
- Cleared debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using hand tools or power equipment.
- Inspected trees for signs of disease or infestation; pruned trees to remove dead wood and reduce risk of damage from storms.
- Installed new landscaping features such as flower beds, shrubs and trees in accordance with design plans.
- Maintained and repaired a variety of grounds equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Input hourly logs, create invoices, and daily reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Shadow Hills High School
Indio06-2016
Skills
- Plumbing installation
- Pipe fitting
- Troubleshooting systems
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety protocols
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Heavy machinery operation
- Record keeping
- Open drainage systems
- Material selection
- Reliability
- Inspect systems
- Pipe cutting
- Equipment testing
- Basic carpentry
- Reporting and documentation
- Pipe sleeving
- Bracket mounting
- Sewer line installation
- Effective communication
- Gas line installation
- Drainage systems
- Building codes compliance
- Respond to emergencies
- Self motivation
- Fabricate parts
- Safety inspection
- Basic math aptitude
- Plumbing safety procedures
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Load securing
- Roadway grading
- Earthmoving
- Heavy machinery handling
- Excavation and backfilling
- Skid steer proficiency
- Soil compaction methods
- Stress management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Concrete pouring and mixing
- Skid Steer Operations
- Blueprint reading
- Landscaping know-how
- Construction Tools Use
- Willingness to learn
- Job site cleanup
- Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Carpentry basics
- Physical strength and stamina
- Hand and power tool operation
- Ladder safety
- Skid and hoist operations
- Proper lifting techniques
- Trenching expertise
- Construction
- Concrete work
- Facilities maintenance
- Commercial construction experience
- Code compliance
- Trenching procedures
- Multitasking Abilities
- Construction math
- Measuring and leveling
- Traffic routing
- Trade assistance
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Affiliations
- Fishing
- Off-roading & ATV Racing
- Plumbing
- Nitro RC Car Racing
- Feeding Homeless
- Volunteer Work For Animal Shelter
- Painting
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Plumbing Technician
Industrial Commercial Systems
02.2023 - Current
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Riverside County Economic Development Agency
05.2018 - 05.2019
Backflows Repair Technician
Precision Backflows
09.2014 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Shadow Hills High School