Manager Maintenance

Dennis Zimmer

N**** Pine Cone Circle, Winter, Wisconsin 54896, US

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Plumbing Foreman / Plumbing Supervisor /Master Plumber

O&M Assistant Manager/O&M Manager

Versatile and highly accomplished senior professional offering over 42 years of experience and rich exposure in

installing, repairing, and maintaining pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing functions in the construction industry.

Qualified and licensed plumber with strong expertise in materials management, design and installation, contract

administration, and schedule adherence.

Skilled in managing all plumbing operations including assembling pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using couplings,

clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking or soldering, and brazing and welding equipment .

Effectively managing all plumbing activities including bathroom fixtures, building sewer systems,tub and shower

rooms and kitchens, waste, vent, and water supply systems as well as below grade septic systems, well systems, and

water purification systems.

Supervising installation and repair of all plumbing fixtures, piping, fittings, valves, and appliances such as

dishwashers, water heaters, sinks, toilets, faucets and similar equipment, fixtures, and apparatus.

Proficient in reviewing blueprints and building codes and specifications to determine work details and procedures.

Strong knowledge of fire protection systems, fire pumps, sprinkler heads and sprinkler piping.

Ascertaining high caliber and effective performance standards ensuring quality work through industry’s best practices

in all assigned work.

Possessing exceptional interpersonal and problem solving skills ensuring effective operational excellence.

Excellent communicator with fluency in English and a strong ability to work under pressure in fast-paced, time-

sensitive environments. Proven ability to effectively interact with people of diverse nationalities; comfortable working in

a multicultural setting.

Core Competencies

.Office management .Plumbing Operations Design and Installation Sanitary Installation Level Installation

Materials Management Contract Administration Schedule Adherence Resource Planning Work Supervision

Reviewing Building Plans and Specifications Equipment Selection Installation and Repair Cost Control

Manual Dexterity Client Needs Analysis

Key Achievements across Career Span

Successfully managed all plumbing operations for several key projects including slab construction of a school, casino

with full kitchen appliances, office buildings, dental offices, multi-family buildings, pressurized sewage treatment piping

and multimillion-dollar single family homes.

Responsible for complete interior and exterior sewage systems, water supply systems, and septic systems.

Successfully administered large remodeling construction and many phases of repair plumbing, fire treatment, and

sprinkler systems, and commercial construction.

Overseeing residential and commercial sewage treatment systems, as well as water filtration and treatment systems.

Overseeing and Responsible for the Transition of an entire Ex-Military compound to a Department of State Support

Center.

Career Progression

PA&E (Pacific Architect and Engineers)

O&M Assistant Manager May 2013 - Present

BDSC (Bagdad Diplomatic Support Center)

Bagdad, Iraq

• Responsible for the screening of over 600 resumes for American Nationals and Foreign Nationals.

• Responsible for the interviewing, hiring and processing of over 100 American and Foreign Nationals for the O&M side

of the entire support center.

. Responsible for the transition of the Bagdad Diplomatic Support Center (BDSC) compound from KBR

Management to PAE Management and operation

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Overseeing the acquisition and relocation of Multiple Office spaces, warehouses, shops and equipment to

accommodate the transition from KBR management to PAE supervision and Management.

Acting as the O&M Manager from May 2013 to Present date in the absence of newly hired Manager.

Responsible for all office scanning, emailing and printing for entire OMSS operation for BDSC Iraq.

Plumbing Supervisor Oct 2012 – May 2013

Pacific Architect and Engineers (PA and E)

U.S. Embassy, Bagdad, Iraq

. Responsible for the transition of the Bagdad Diplomatic Support Center (BDSC) compound from KBR

Management to PAE Management and operation

Responsible for maintenance and preventive maintenance control for six, 5 story SDA housing units, each

containing 150 apartments with one bathroom and full kitchen.

Accountable for plumbing operations of over 500 other apartments having shared bathrooms and Multi shower

units.

Overseeing maintenance of all plumbing and HVAC systems

Responsible for maintaining the entire embassy compound.

Plumbing Shop Foreman

Pacific Architect and Engineers (PA and E)

U.S. Embassy, Moscow, Russia Apr 2010 – June 2012

Responsible for maintenance and preventive maintenance control for eleven fully built town houses each having

six bathrooms and two full kitchens.

Accountable for plumbing operations of 56 apartments having three full bathrooms and one full kitchen.

Responsible for maintaining the entire embassy compound.

Overseeing maintenance of all plumbing and HVAC systems.

Ascertaining all operations in the entire compound in compliance with Government and Company safety

procedures and guidelines.

Liaising with all electricians and fire technicians to ensure smooth execution of all work pertaining to fire

prevention systems.

Administering scheduled maintenance of all fire extinguishers, fire pumps, sprinkler heads, and sprinkler pipes.

Managing and conducting weekly, monthly, and yearly scheduled testing of all flow valves, tamper valves, fire

extinguishers, fire pumps, and sprinkler heads.

Plumbing Shop Foreman Jul 2009 – Mar 2010

Kenner Army Health Clinic Fort Lee, Virginia

Effectively managed all aspects of plumbing in TRICARE Service Center for Army personnel.

Coordinated with multidisciplinary trade personnel to ensure effective maintenance, inspection, and repair of

facilities.

Efficiently supervised and maintained HVAC heat pumps, boilers, chillers, and emergency generator.

Accountable for ensuring all bathrooms installations comply with the health and safety standards of a Government

medical facility.

Responsible for all scheduled maintenance and installations.

Plumbing Service Technician Sep 2008 – Feb 2009

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Denver, Colorado

Ensured maintenance of all records including labor and material cost details ; Oversaw requisition of materials,

supplies, and equipment.

Effectively liaised with clients and ascertained smooth execution of all plumbing activities in accordance with client

requirements.

Conducted inspection of homes and projects to determine problems and accordingly implemented necessary

solutions.

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Administered all plumbing activities in accordance with company’s standards and client needs.

Owner / Operator / Plumber Mar 1981 – Sep 2008

Dennis Zimmer Plumbing Inc., Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Plumbing Contractor in New Construction and Remodeling, Residential and Commercial Plumbing

Successfully managed the entire business and spearheaded a team of five employees.

Oversaw selection and requisition of all materials and equipment including trucks and tools.

Directed workers engaged in pipe cutting and preassembly and installation of plumbing systems and components.

Supervised overall employee performance and maintained accurate records of all assignments and accordingly

produced detailed work reports.

Provided support and guidance to all employees and conducted trainings for all company operations.

Ensured the execution of all company operations in compliance with state and local regulations.

Maintained and managed all employee benefits including health insurance, benefit packages, payroll, vehicle

insurance and maintenance.

Managed and controlled all tax related and business-related logs and ledger books and maintained accurate

records of all company operations and clients.

Administered the execution of all company activities in line with company’s standards ensuring maximum

customer satisfaction.

Served in the Armed Forces for 4 years. Crew Chief on a large transport airplane. I assumed Total responsibility

for the plane, cargo and numerous personnel under my command.

Several Years as a plant manager after High School. Administered and was responsible for daily work orders and

to keep all my employees in my section operating as one. Made sure that materials/supplies were available so as not

to hold up production.

Trained in the plumbing field, as an apprentice, for the next 7 years. Became proficient in remodeling, new

construction and service plumbing work. After successfully completing and passing the Journeyman’s plumbing exam,

I was responsible for the training of other apprentice plumbers, and to successfully execute all work orders that were

given to me for the next 3 years.

Managed, controlled and executed all work orders for a number of months while training and studying for the

Masters plumber’s exam.

After mastering the plumbing field and successfully passing the Masters exam, I immediately constructed my own

Plumbing Contractor Business.

Educational Qualifications

Plumbing Apprenticeship

Milwaukee School of Technology Jul 1969 – Jul 1976

Plumbers Local #75 Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Training for Masters License Aug 1976 – Mar 1981

Milwaukee School of Technology

UWM (University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee)

On the Job Training

Master Plumbing License Mar 1981

State of Wisconsin

Professional Credentials

Top Secret Clearance

Licensed Master Plumber in State Of Wisconsin # 221550

Specialized in Residential, Commercial, new construction and remodeling.

O&M Management Skills

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications

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Personal Details

Gender : Male

Nationality : American

Marital Status : Married

Driving License : Wisconsin Driver’s License

Languages Known : English

References available on request

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