Christopher Rivera
Gaithersburg,MD
Summary
Dynamic professional with over six years of hands-on experience in plumbing and HVAC, transitioning into the IT and technology sectors following a transformative personal journey. A successful kidney transplant in April 2025 after two years of dialysis ignited a passion for continuous learning and remote work opportunities. Equipped with strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and unwavering dedication, prepared to tackle new challenges and contribute effectively in a technology-driven environment. Eager to leverage past experiences while embracing innovative solutions in a new career path.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Advocacy
Fresenius Medical Care Home Therapies
01.2024 - Current
- Championed patient advocacy efforts by addressing concerns promptly and working closely with families to ensure their needs were met throughout the treatment process.
- Championed patient advocacy initiatives by empowering nurses to act as liaisons between patients and other healthcare providers, ensuring that each patient''s needs were met.
- Provided exceptional patient advocacy through active listening, empathy, and support during challenging situations.
- Promoted patient advocacy by proactively addressing concerns or barriers related to their respiratory care and treatment plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing knowledge on best practices in patient advocacy and care coordination.
- Championed patient advocacy efforts by actively engaging in community outreach initiatives aimed at raising awareness about healthcare resources available within the local area or promoting overall wellness strategies among residents.
Plumber and Gas Fitter Apprentice
Mallick Mechanical Contractors
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized worksite.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities and sizes of materials required.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hacksaws and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Various Locations
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using advanced tools, providing efficient solutions for system malfunctions.
- Collaborated with contractors to design plumbing layouts, optimizing workflow and resource allocation on projects.
Crew Member
Chipotle
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Monitored food temperatures and cooking equipment settings to maintain safety and prevent food-borne illness.
- Took orders, prepared meals, packaged food items, and rang up customer purchases.
- Restocked condiment dispensers, napkins, silverware and drink machines to prevent shortages.
- Maintained food safety standards by adhering to sanitation guidelines and conducting regular cleanliness checks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely preparation and serving of high-quality food items.
- Trained new crew members on operational procedures, enhancing team efficiency and service consistency.
Engineer Assistant
Schuster Concrete
05.2017 - 06.2017
- Assisted with construction engineering projects that supported company business goals.
- Completed mathematical calculations to properly assess research and testing results.
- Followed safety rules and standards, reporting concerns to management.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to analyze upcoming projects.
- Assisted engineers in drafting and reviewing technical documents for concrete projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resources.
- Conducted quality control checks on concrete mixtures to maintain compliance with specifications.
Laborer
Miller and Long
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked to maintain an outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to start immediately.
- Performed general construction work on both residential and commercial building projects.
Laborer
Archer Western Construction
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Directed traffic away from hazardous locations to protect team members and the general public.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Attended safety training and workshops offered by employers, bolstering overall knowledge of appropriate measures and determining areas requiring improvement.
- Performed general construction work on both residential and commercial building projects.
- Worked with the public to maintain control of traffic in and around job sites, directing cars safely around and through active construction areas.
- Collaborated with team members to transport materials and tools, enhancing workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Maintained clean work environments by managing debris removal and equipment organization for safety compliance.
- Led small teams in executing tasks efficiently while ensuring adherence to project specifications and quality standards.
Education
Association of Air Conditioning Professionals - HVAC Technician
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD05.2023
Programs - Plumbing I, Construction Plumbing
Thomas Edison High School of Technology
Silver Spring, MD06.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Rockville High School
Rockville, MD05.2016
Skills
- Able to read blueprints and drawings
- Run copper, cast-iron, and PVC pipes
- Installation and repair
- Responsible and Dependable
- Organized
- Able to meet deadlines
- Strong work ethic
- Facilitation of patient care
- Patient advocacy
- Strong commitment to patient advocacy
- Patient representation
- Patient advocacy expertise
- Supportive patient engagement
Certification
- DLLR State Board of Plumbing
- Apprentice Plumber/Gas Fitter
- LIC/REG/CERT: 93850
- DLLR State Board of HVACR Contractors
- Apprentice License
- LIC/REG/CERT: 109716
- TRACPIPE
- Certificate of Training
- Certificate No. 1511747
- OSHA
- 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health
- Cert. No. 14-006084490
- Forklift Workshop for Construction
- J.J. Keller and Associates
- Training Completed: 2020-04-28
LANGUAGES
English
American Sign Language
Spanish
Timeline
Patient Advocacy
Fresenius Medical Care Home Therapies
01.2024 - Current
Plumber and Gas Fitter Apprentice
Mallick Mechanical Contractors
07.2017 - 07.2022
Engineer Assistant
Schuster Concrete
05.2017 - 06.2017
Crew Member
Chipotle
10.2016 - 07.2017
Laborer
Miller and Long
06.2016 - 09.2016
Laborer
Archer Western Construction
06.2015 - 09.2015
Programs - Plumbing I, Construction Plumbing
Thomas Edison High School of Technology
High School Diploma - undefined
Rockville High School
Association of Air Conditioning Professionals - HVAC Technician
Montgomery College
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