At Shane's plumbing & Excavations, I have built skills and experience in general home plumbing, including gas line installation, rough-in's, fit offs, and laying drain's through my effective team communication with tradesmen and supervisors. With entering my third year into my plumbing apprenticeship, I am ready to showcase my commitment and effective productivity to new businesses to hopefully improve my skills, knowledge and performance
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumbing Apprentice
Shane's Plumbing & Excavations
01.2023 - Current
Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under the guidance of skilled master plumbers
Listened to instructions from qualified plumbers, gaining valuable onsite job training
Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition
Safely handled tools and equipment in large-scale projects
Removed old sinks, toilets, and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures
Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners
Enhanced team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work environment for plumbing tasks
Increased efficiency of pipe installations by accurately measuring, cutting, threading, and assembling materials as needed
Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviours to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment
Reduced callbacks by ensuring thorough inspections and quality repairs on all jobs completed
Organized and moved materials from work ute to job site to support project requirements
Mastered various types of piping materials and their appropriate applications, improving overall project outcomes
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of plumbing codes and standards, ensuring all work met regulatory requirements
Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
Read plans to determine appropriate materials for each job
Education
High School (completed Year 10)
Alkira Secondary College
Cranbourne, VIC
Certificate III - Plumbing
Chisholm Institute
Dandenong, VIC
12-2027
Skills
Hand tool use
Gas line installation
Soldering pipes
Equipment safety
Piping installation
Hot water service installation
Basic welding
Backflow prevention
Drain cleaning
Job site safety
Power tool use
Pipe installation
Pipe measuring
Plumbing blueprint reading
Certification
Construction Induction Card (Work Safe Victoria) - Issued on the 15/09/2021