ERIC KELLER
Clinton
Summary
Dedicated advocate for union membership with a deep-rooted passion for organizing. First introduced to the camaraderie of the union at my initial meeting, I was inspired to share this experience with others. Utilizing my firsthand experience, I effectively address concerns by emphasizing differences and showcasing possibilities through hard work and a positive attitude. With a diverse plumbing background in utilities, residential and commercial construction, and service work, my strong communication skills enable me to connect with plumbers and shop owners across various specialties. This position is not just an escape from the field; it is a genuine passion fueled by the profound positive impact it has had on my own life.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Pro-Mechanical
05.2022 - Current
- Working on mixed projects that included organized and non organized contractors
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.
Plan Reading/Drafting Instructor
Plumbers Local8 Training Center
01.2014 - Current
- Prepare materials and classroom for class activities
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among apprentices
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations
- Use computers, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations
- Create a sense of brotherhood among apprentices
- Meet with other instructors to discuss individual apprentices' needs and progress
President
Plumbers Local 8
07.2022 - 07.2024
Plumbing Foreman/On Call Service Technician
P1 Group
09.2013 - 05.2022
- Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers
- Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
- Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
- Coordinate work activities with other construction project activities
- Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs
- Assign work to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs
- Confer with managerial or technical personnel, other departments, or contractors to resolve problems or to coordinate activities
- Train workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, or company policies
- Record information such as personnel, production, or operational data on specified forms or reports
- Install underground storm, sanitary, or water piping systems, extending piping as needed to connect fixtures and plumbing
- Install oxygen and medical gas in hospitals
- Maintain or repair plumbing by replacing defective washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, or opening clogged drains
Journeyman Plumber
Plumbers and Gasfitters Local8 (Various Mechanical Contractors)
04.2005 - 09.2013
- Serving as a journeyman plumber and at times a foreman for various mechanical contractors such as P1 Group, U.S
- Engineering, Enright Plumbing, Lexington Plumbing, Saladino Mechanical, K.C
- Mechanical and Rodriguez Mechanical Contractors
Plumbing Foreman
Southeast Mechanical Contractors (Non-Union)
06.1999 - 04.2005
- Locate and mark the position of pipe installations, connections, passage holes, or fixtures in structures, using measuring instruments such as rulers or levels
- Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring
- Fill pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observe pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks
- Coordinate and install underground utilities: water mains, water services, stormwater drainage systems, main sewer systems and sewer service systems
- Work with and manage individuals with a very diverse occupation history
- Work with individuals in which Spanish was their primary language
Education
Instructor Training
United Association Instructor Training Program
Ann Arbor, MI08-2018
High School Diploma - undefined
Raytown South
Raytown, MO06.1995
Skills
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Persuasion
- Negotiation
- Friendliness
- Active Learning
- Education and Training
- Social networking
- Open-Mindedness
- Respect
Timeline
President
Plumbers Local 8
07.2022 - 07.2024
Foreman
Pro-Mechanical
05.2022 - Current
Plan Reading/Drafting Instructor
Plumbers Local8 Training Center
01.2014 - Current
Plumbing Foreman/On Call Service Technician
P1 Group
09.2013 - 05.2022
Journeyman Plumber
Plumbers and Gasfitters Local8 (Various Mechanical Contractors)
04.2005 - 09.2013
Plumbing Foreman
Southeast Mechanical Contractors (Non-Union)
06.1999 - 04.2005
High School Diploma - undefined
Raytown South
Instructor Training
United Association Instructor Training Program
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