Journeyman Plumber Program Coordinator
Resume:
LELAND
DEFRATES
*********@*****.***
Brentwood, CA 94513
SKILLS
Intrapersonal Skills
• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Decision-Making
• Cultural Awareness
• Time Management
Interpersonal Skills
• Conflict Mediation/Resolution
• Work Planning and Prioritization
• Negotiation
• Subcontractor Management
Construction
• Building Site Supervision
• Project Management
• Organized and Detail-Oriented
• Job Site Development
EDUCATION
eLearning College
London, U.K. • 4/2023-5/2023
Diploma/Certification
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ • 8/2012
Bachelor of Arts: Interdisciplinary Studies
Diablo Valley College/UA Local 159
Pleasant Hill, CA • 6/2000
Apprenticeship Standards Certification:
Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter Certification
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA • 5/1986
Associate of Arts: Liberal Arts and Studies
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced Professional accomplished in completing dozens of construction projects over the years quickly and cost-effectively. Over 20+ years of progressive experience as knowledgeable and talented leader. Hands-on Site Manager with 25+ years of construction industry expertise. Proven capability leading teams. Mastery in safety, quality control and industry best practices. Honest, hard-working and dedicated to building positive rapport with clients, vendors and boots on the ground.
WORK HISTORY
Chevron Richmond Refinery • Company Construction Representative Richmond, CA • 11/2020 - 01/2023
• Managed successful construction of multi-million dollar projects from concept to completion.
• Involved in planning and implementation of comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
• Direct field engagement and liaison between all stakeholders (ex. Chevron Leadership/Engineers and Tradespeople)
• Large Capital Projects: field management and supervision of 16 Cell North Isomax Cooling tower replacement, Process Sewer System Replacement in Sulfur Recovery Unit of Refinery, and Calol Street Sanitary Sewer System Replacement in Shops/Maintenance Area of Refinery
CEMREC Downstream Legacy Properties • Environmental Construction Representative
Richmond, CA • 04/2012 - 9/2020
• 80% Travel to different sites across US to oversee operation and field execution on project sites, implementing project specific schedules;
• Managed Excavation Projects, for pipeline replacement or decommissioning, soil remediation and installation of utilities, sanitary/wastewater drainage, domestic and fire water systems.
• Provided guidance about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
• Monitored subcontractor operations and applied effective time, resource, and capital management strategies to delivery under-budget project completion.
• Collaborated with contractors, engineers, and public agencies to complete projects within timeline limitations and budget constraints.
• Project sites overseen:
Chevron/Texaco Lawrenceville Refinery, Ill; Chevron/Texaco Lockport Refinery, Ill; Chevron/Gulf Cincinnati Refinery, Oh; Chevron/Indian Refinery, Ky; Chevron/Texaco Amarillo Refinery, Tx; Chevron/Gulf Sweetwater Refinery, Tx; Chevron/Texaco Casper Refinery, Wy; Chevron/Unocal Guadalupe Oil Field, Ca; Chevron/Unocal Avila Beach Pumping Station, Ca; Chevron/Texaco San Luis Obispo Tank Farm, Ca.
Environmental Construction Representative • Chevron Environmental Management Company • Richmond, CA • 4/2012 – 9/2018
• Manage numerous excavation/remediation projects across multiple locations in EMC Refining Business
• Monitored job sites to analyze problems and recommend/implement solutions. Developed and coordinated construction approaches and activities to meet or exceed company goals.
• Stewarded safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
• Organized and led daily, weekly and monthly on-site meetings with clients, business partners and contractors.
• Proposed methods and materials to correct problems remain in compliance with ordinances and codes.
• Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits. Project sites included: Chevron Richmond Refinery and Chemical facility, Chevron Salt Lake Refinery, Chevron Hawaii Refinery, Chevron/Texaco Fillmore and Estero; Also- Peer assistance at Sumatra Upstream Crude Production Unit Indonesia as excavation and field remediation SME
J.R Pierce Plumbing • Plumbing Journeyman/Foreman
San Leandro • 4/2002 - 9/2009
• Manage, design and install piping systems and fixtures
• Project management, coordination, and supervision
• Company-Developer liaison; Stakeholder management
• Directing manpower, material ordering/inventory, obtaining and preparing for inspections, coordination of required sub-contractors, safety program coordinator; apprentice training
• Supervised job site maintain safety and hazard-free work area.
• Communicated with clients to convey deadlines, scope of work and potential challenges throughout project timeline.
Cherne Company, Golden Eagle Refinery • Journeyman Pipefitter/Plumber Avon, CA • 10/2001-4/2002
• Layout and installation of process and instrument control piping systems
• Performed rigging and crane operations to maneuver/install new 24in diameter piping risers on cooling tower.
• Championed safe work rules and fall protection and PPE.
• Fit, fabricated and installed stainless steel instrumentation tubing and piping.
• Managed Pre-Apprentice and Fitter on installation of equipment drainage system
Southland Industries • Journeyman Pipefitter/Plumber Santa Clara • 1/2001 - 9/2001
• Install piping, support and seismic restraint systems for a variety of pharmaceutical and high technology applications.
Kinetics • Journeyman Pipefitter/Plumber
Fremont • 6/2000 - 12/2000
• Layout and installation of fixtures/equipment, piping, support and seismic restraint systems for a variety of domestic and high technology applications at two different site locations.
• Using blueprints, laid-out and developed detail drawings of pipe systems.
J.R Pierce Plumbing • Apprentice/Journeyman Plumber San Leandro • 12/1998 - 6/2000
• Installation/design of waste, water and gas piping systems and fixtures
• Prefabricate piping and fitting packages at shop for installation at different job sites.
CERTIFICATIONS
• California HAZWOPR
Certification
• Lean Sigma White Belt
Certification
• Chevron Safe Work Practices
Certification (OSHA and Cal
OSHA)
• Smith Driver Training
• Critical Conversations Training
• Construction Management
• Project Management
• Risk Management
• Health and Safety
LANGUAGES
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
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