Samuel Jarvis
Wellborn
Summary
Dynamic Field Operations Manager at DAS Solutions with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and team leadership. Expert in problem-solving and strategic planning, I successfully streamlined workflows, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings. Committed to staff development and fostering strong vendor relationships, I consistently deliver projects on time and within budget.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operations Manager
DAS Solutions
Florida
01.2025 - Current
- Resolved complex technical issues by applying expert problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of plumbing systems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance productivity and minimize delays.
- Implemented process improvements leading to increased efficiency across teams.
- Developed and maintained standard operating procedures for consistent execution of tasks.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and project timelines.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize service delivery and reduce costs.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Managed budgets effectively, consistently delivering projects on-time and within financial constraints.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in better pricing and improved service quality.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
CEO
Suwannee Farms
Florida
01.2017 - Current
- Operated and maintained farm machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Monitored crop health, identifying pests and diseases for timely intervention.
- Assisted with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops according to best practices.
- Implemented irrigation systems to enhance water efficiency and crop yield.
- Managed inventory of seeds, fertilizers, and equipment to ensure availability for operations.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline daily farm tasks and improve workflow.
- Maintained records of agricultural activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participated in training programs to enhance skills in sustainable farming techniques.
- Increased overall farm efficiency by optimizing planting, fertilizing, and harvesting processes.
- Operated various types of heavy machinery proficiently, ensuring maximum productivity in fieldwork activities.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding pesticide application, storage, and disposal procedures.
- Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
Project Manager
Express Plumbing
Florida
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Directed plumbing work, ensuring alignment with safety guidelines and industry norms.
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation to optimize workflow efficiency across multiple job sites.
- Managed subcontractor performance, conducting regular evaluations to maintain quality assurance in plumbing projects.
- Developed training programs for junior staff, enhancing skills and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Streamlined procurement workflows to enhance efficiency and minimize expenses.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational readiness for all plumbing tasks.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to review blueprints, providing insights on plumbing layout feasibility and design improvements.
- Established safety protocols, leading regular training sessions to promote a culture of safety among all team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent communication, addressing concerns, and providing high-quality service.
- Saved company resources by accurately estimating project costs and effectively managing budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in competitive pricing on materials without compromising quality.
- Conducted site visits throughout the construction process ensuring installations met blueprint specifications.
- Analyzed blueprints and specifications to detect potential conflicts.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety regulations and conducting regular safety inspections.
- Directed efficient waste management for construction projects.
Combo Pipe Welder
S&B Infrastructure
Nashville International Airport, McGuire Air Base, Miami Coast Guard Base
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Conducted thorough inspections to ensure weld quality on Jet Fuel Systems and components
- Executed welding tasks using methods tailored to specific Airport Needs
- Executed tasks ensuring precise alignment and accounting for shrinkage to achieve robust welds.
- Delivered consistent quality results under challenging conditions such as working at heights or in confined spaces, demonstrating adaptability and resilience.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in welding operations.
- Modified welds to eliminate future complications.
- Contributed to reducing project delays by efficiently managing time and prioritizing tasks according to shifting schedules and deadlines.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following established safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Facilitated troubleshooting by sharing knowledge of welding processes and solutions.
- Achieved consistent weld integrity through careful preparation of materials and adherence to industry standards.
- Promoted hazard-free environments through proactive removal of unsafe materials and debris from Tarmac and Gate area
- Maximized resource usage by ensuring precise pipe measurements, cuts, and fittings aligned with project standards.
- Provided valuable input during pre-construction meetings regarding pipe layout plans and installation strategies based on extensive experience in the field.
- Consistently met or surpassed productivity goals while maintaining strict quality control standards for all completed work.
- Improved weld quality by consistently adhering to proper welding techniques and maintaining a high level of precision in pipe alignment.
- Performed welding operations in various positions including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead.
- Handled setup and operation of advanced welding tools, cutters, and Tanks
- Coordinated with the airlines to ensure proper timing for airplane arrival as work was performed
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Completed high-accuracy welding tasks for Airport Fuel Systems
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
- Performed machine blowouts, inspected welding leads, and assessed wiring for maintenance.
- Ensured workplace safety through adherence to established protocols.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate weld placement.
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate pipe systems according to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and quality standards.
- Conducted inspections on completed welds for compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety protocols were met.
- Established lasting professional relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and a commitment to exceeding expectations in service delivery.
- Regularly utilized industry-specific tools such as welding torches, grinders, and cutting equipment with proficiency and precision.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW, adapting to various project requirements with ease.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Conducted disassembly of equipment with hoists, cranes, and power tools to detect and eliminate defective parts.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Verified welds met required specifications and accuracy.
- Maintain professionalism with the Airport, Military, and their customers
Combo Welder/ Assistant Supervisor
L.L.I
Iowa
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Effectively managed project documentation, maintaining accurate records of work completed, materials used, and hours logged for each assignment.
- Assisted in the training and development of junior welders, sharing knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative and productive workplace.
- Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects, ensuring seamless communication and coordination for optimal results.
- Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.
- Demonstrated commitment to environmental responsibility by disposing waste materials according to established guidelines and advocating for sustainable practices within the workplace.
- Addressed potential issues promptly through thorough visual inspection of welds and making necessary adjustments when required.
- Supported colleagues in troubleshooting technical issues during complex projects, lending expertise in both welding processes and best practices for problem resolution.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring, cutting, and fitting pipes according to project specifications.
- Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Acted as an assistant superintendent of field operations at corn refining plant
Combo Pipe Welder
TEIC
Florida, Tennessee
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate pipe systems according to specifications.
- Examined schematics for accurate placement of welds.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and quality standards.
- Conducted inspections on completed welds for compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety protocols were met.
- Assisted in training new employees on welding techniques and safety measures.
- Documented work progress and material usage for project tracking purposes.
- Established lasting professional relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and a commitment to exceeding expectations in service delivery.
- Increased project efficiency with timely completion of complex welding tasks, contributing to overall project success.
- Regularly utilized industry-specific tools such as welding torches, grinders, and cutting equipment with proficiency and precision.
- Promoted sustainability by following established protocols for waste management.
- Streamlined workflows by effectively organizing tools, equipment, and materials needed for daily tasks.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW, adapting to various project requirements with ease.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
Combo Welder
Yates Construction
Florida, Georgia, Alabama
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Operated MIG, Stick Flux core and TIG welding machines to join metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise welding execution.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in preparing materials and equipment for welding tasks.
- Conducted quality checks on welded joints for structural integrity.
- Learned safety protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Collaborated with team members to meet project deadlines efficiently.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance welding techniques and skills.
- Created secure joints by properly preparing materials and components before welding.
- Coordinated with field labor crews to complete efficient site work.
- Transported loads using overhead cranes and forklifts.
- Selected, set up, and staged equipment to complete jobs according to project specifications.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration by actively participating in daily team meetings, sharing insights, and offering constructive feedback on the work of fellow welders.
- Installed and repaired basic piping systems in Paper Mills and Power Plants structures.
- Increased client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail in performing complex welding projects.
- Reduced project completion time with efficient planning and execution of assigned welding tasks.
- Contributed to company''s success in obtaining repeat business from satisfied clients due to consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship.
- Enhanced welding quality by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines.
- Expedited project completion timescales without compromising quality through effective multitasking when working on multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Continuously honed technical skills through ongoing professional development via training programs, seminars, workshops, certifications courses offered within the industry or provided internally within the organization itself.
- Optimized resource utilization by accurately estimating material requirements for each project based on job specifications provided by the client or supervisor.
- Maintained site safety by keeping work orderly and free of hazards.
- Improved overall team productivity by providing guidance and mentorship to junior welders.
- Used MIG welding to form carbon steel into tanks and other metal fabricated weldments.
Education
Commercial Plumbing
Florida Plumbing Technology
Jacksonville Florida 01.2024
Welding I.I.I - Pipe Welding
T.T.I
Perry Florida 09.2015
Skills
- Staff oversight
- Operational efficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Team supervision
- Operational planning
- Contractor management
- Strategic planning
- Inventory tracking
- Program leadership
- Schedule coordination
- Workflow planning
- Asset management
- Program management
- Incident response
- Logistics management
- Administrative oversight
- Staff recruitment
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer service management
- Effective leader
- Relationship building
- Staff training/development
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
Languages
German
Intermediate (B1)
Ukrainian
Beginner (A1)
Spanish
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
Field Operations Manager
DAS Solutions
01.2025 - Current
Project Manager
Express Plumbing
02.2023 - 12.2024
Combo Pipe Welder
S&B Infrastructure
09.2020 - 02.2023
Combo Welder/ Assistant Supervisor
L.L.I
02.2020 - 08.2020
Combo Pipe Welder
TEIC
08.2017 - 04.2019
CEO
Suwannee Farms
01.2017 - Current
Combo Welder
Yates Construction
07.2016 - 04.2017
Commercial Plumbing
Florida Plumbing Technology
Welding I.I.I - Pipe Welding
T.T.I