MP Melvin Powell Jr.
Columbus, OH ***** 380-***-****
***************@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
Motivated Plumbing Apprentice knowledgeable about reading diagrams, using equipment and maintaining site safety. Excellent listening, organizational and problem-solving skills. Offering 3 years of experience in similar positions. SKILLS Piping Installation
Power Tool Use
Equipment Operation
Safety Practices
Hand Tool Use
Blueprint Reading
Materials Distribution
Materials Handling
Maintenance Understanding
Basic Repairs Knowledge
Physical Stamina
Site Excavation
Equipment Monitoring, and
Operation
WORK HISTORY PLUMBING APPRENTICE 01/2021 to 09/2023 Eaton Plumbing Westerville, OH
Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes. Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
BARTENDER /RESTAURANT SERVER 05/2020 to 03/2021
PF Chang's Restaurant Dublin, OH
Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory. Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs. Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands. Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty. Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
SERVER 05/2019 to 10/2020
Hen Quarter Dublin, OH
Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers. Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs. Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business. EDUCATION Apprentice Plumbing EXPECTED IN 05/2025 Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH
Dean's List Semester 1 and 2 in 2022
Ranked in Top 5% of class
3.8 GPA
CERTIFICATIONS OSHA - 10
Certification of completion for APHC Apprentice Program 2022 - 2023 Entry Level Construction - NCCER