Michael Coughlin
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JOURNEYMAN/FOREMAN SPRINKLER FITTER
Journeyman/Foreman Sprinkler Fitter with a 25-year record of success overseeing all phases of the fire protection industry, including new construction, retrofit, service and repair. Experience includes a variety of sprinkler systems, including wet systems and dry systems in commercial and residential buildings. Backed by strong credentials and a proven history of on-time, on-budget and high-quality project completions.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
MVP FIRE PROTECTION, Tinley Park, IL
Foreman Sprinkler Fitter, 09/2020 through 03/2023
Foreman at a small company responsible for all stages of work on various projects. Work included service, residential, commercial, industrial, and retrofit. Projects included multi-unit residential, high-rise, hospitals, and schools.
HILL FIRE PROTECTION, Franklin Park, IL
Foreman Sprinkler Fitter, 07/2018 through 09/2020 and 11/2014 through 09/2015
Foreman at a large company responsible for all stages of work on various projects. Work included new construction, retrofit, and residential projects.
F.E. MORAN FIRE PROTECTION, Northbrook, IL
Foreman Sprinkler Fitter, 07/2011 through 11/2014 and 09/2015 through 07/2018
Foreman at a large company responsible for all stages of work on various projects. Work included commercial, residential, industrial, and retrofit. Projects included multi-unit residential, high-rise, hospitals, and schools.
ALLIANCE FIRE PROTECTION, Vernon Hills, IL
Foreman Sprinkler Fitter, 11/2007 through 07/2011
Foreman at a large company responsible for all stages of work on various projects. Work included retrofit, new construction; back flow preventer replacement, and rebuilding pump rooms.
GREAT LAKES PLUMBING & HEATING, Chicago, IL
Foreman Sprinkler Fitter, 01/2004 through 11/2007
Foreman at a large company responsible for all stages of work on various projects. Work included new construction, retrofit, back flow preventer replacement, and rebuilding pump rooms. Foreman on crews of approximately 8 fitters/apprentices on large projects.
METROPOLITAN FIRE PROTECTION, Elk Grove Village, IL
Apprentice Sprinkler Fitter, 09/2000 through 01/2004
Apprentice at a mid-size company working on various projects. Worked mainly on service, inspection, testing, maintenance, and retrofit.
WESTERN STATES FIRE PROTECTION, Englewood, CO
Apprentice Sprinkler Fitter, 11/1998 through 09/2000
Apprentice at a large company responsible for all stages of work on various projects. Work included commercial, residential, industrial, and retrofit. Projects included multi-unit residential, high-rise, hospitals, and schools.
EDUCATION
St. Rita High School, Chicago, IL, Graduated 06/1992
SKILLS
Apprentice and Journeyman on many large projects
Many sprinkler system tests and fire pump tests
Many school projects, including retrofit and new construction projects
Many hospital projects
Vast retrofit experience, including complete retrofit on many projects
Many residential projects, including both single family and multi-unit structures
CERTIFICATIONS
OSHA 10 Certification
Blazemaster Certification
HILTI Firestop Systems Certification
3M Firestopping Systems Certification
Arial Lift Operator Safety Training
Crane Signaling Course
Certified in Construction Safety, Confined Space Entry and First Aid/CPR
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST