Cody Livengood
Trinity
Summary
Results-driven plumber with over 10 years of experience in residential and commercial plumbing. Skilled in leak detection, code compliance, and customer service, consistently delivering effective solutions and managing projects to successful completion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber
David Kidd plumbing
Trinity
08.2016 - Current
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Repaired leaks and clogs promptly to maintain system functionality.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Performed routine maintenance on plumbing systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as flushing out drainpipes or cleaning out grease traps.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Adhered to local codes and regulations during all plumbing installations and repairs.
- Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Managed inventory of plumbing supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Visited customer sites to assess their needs and provide estimates for repair jobs.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Calculated costs associated with labor and materials needed for each project.
- Prepared project bids and gathered parts, labor and equipment needed for projects.
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
- Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
- Constructed foundations for large industrial equipment that require special plumbing connections.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
- Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wheatmore High School
Trinity, NC06-2015
Skills
- Plumbing installation
- Pipe fitting
- Leak detection
- System testing
- Code compliance
- Customer service
Timeline
Plumber
David Kidd plumbing
08.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wheatmore High School