Brandon Drews
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Fire Sprinkler Inspector holding RME-G, BPAT, FAL, NICET II Water Based ITM and, NICET II Water Based Layout. Dependable and adept worker who’s always looking to grow and bring value to any company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Sprinkler Lead
Amentum
Antarctica
03.2024 - Current
- Coordinated with the National Science Foundation (NSF) to commission 3 new pre action valves after leading the installation.
- The only American fire sprinkler lead on the entirety of Antarctica through the austral winter. Performed the ITM over 1 diesel fire pump, 2 pressure tanks, 1 gravity tank, 11 wet systems, 13 dry systems, and 13 pre-action systems.
- Enhanced fire safety by installing and maintaining fire sprinkler systems in various commercial and residential properties.
- Reduced risk of property damage by conducting thorough inspections and troubleshooting of existing fire sprinkler systems.
- Ensured compliance with local and national codes by staying up-to-date on industry regulations and best practices.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop efficient installation schedules, resulting in timely completion of projects.
Fire Sprinkler Inspector
FireTron
Stafford, TX
08.2018 - 03.2024
- Ensured compliance with local and national codes by staying up-to-date on industry standards, guidelines, and regulations.
- Developed strong working relationships with property managers, building owners, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth inspection processes.
- Assisted in the design and installation of new fire sprinkler systems, ensuring proper coverage and functionality for optimal protection.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by maintaining accurate records of inspections, service calls, repairs, and installations using specialized software tools.
- Supported project completion within budget constraints by accurately estimating labor hours needed for inspections or repairs during proposal development stages.
- Improved fire safety by conducting thorough inspections of fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems in commercial, residential and industrial zones.
- Performed the commissioning and hydraulic analysis of new installations including pre action, wet, dry, fire pump, pressure tanks, deluge, etc.
Fire Sprinkler Technician
Impact Fire Services
College Station, TX
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on a diverse range of projects, including commercial properties, residential buildings, and industrial facilities.
- Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams such as architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of fire sprinkler systems.
Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
BMF Solutions
Cypress, TX
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Assembled metal and plastic and pipe fittings for fire sprinkler installation.
- Joined sprinkler piping using threaded and grooved methods.
- Pre-laid piping and fittings for easy installation.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Education
Diploma -
Cy-Fair High School
Cypress, TXSkills
- Fire Sprinkler System Inspection, Service, Installation, and Design
- Fire Alarm System Inspection and Service
- Back-flow Assembly Inspection, Service, and Installation
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- Public Speaking
Certification
- RME-General
- BPAT
- FAL
- NICET II- Water Based ITM
- NICET I- Water Based Layout
Timeline
Fire Sprinkler Lead
Amentum
03.2024 - Current
Fire Sprinkler Inspector
FireTron
08.2018 - 03.2024
Fire Sprinkler Technician
Impact Fire Services
01.2018 - 08.2018
Fire Sprinkler Apprentice
BMF Solutions
06.2016 - 08.2017
Diploma -
Cy-Fair High School