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Asher Read

Bunbury,WA

Summary

Possesses a strong work ethic and desire to provide quality workmanship on commercial applications.

Creates a positive and humorous environment in the crib room and enjoys working in a team environment

Highly regarded during their time at PCT Plumbing as having a great attitude towards people and very popular with their workmates

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plumber

PCT Plumbing
04.2020 - 06.2024
  • Installed new piping systems in various commercial projects following local building codes and regulations.
  • Familiar with common plumbing materials and systems such as: copper, Auspex, Rehau, PVC, HDPE, Poly-welding, silver soldering, branch pulling etc
  • Experience in installing Backflow-prevention devices, Thermo-static mixing valves, manifold systems
  • Involved throughout all stages of plumbing construction ie. underslab drains, suspended drainage, rough-in, fit off, downpipes, fire ring mains, greasy waste etc.
  • Read and interpreted hydraulic drawings and floor plans/architectural drawings to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required
  • Responsible for ordering materials and organising plant and equipment at various stages of construction
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
  • Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality of work throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks.
  • Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
  • Kept detailed job records using SimPRO to maintain up-to-date filing system.
  • Mentored apprentice plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Started as company of 2, grew in 4 years into 20+ person company and one of the biggest plumbing companies in Tasmania

Also worked in a maintenance capacity in the following areas:

  • Conducted thorough inspections of existing plumbing systems, identifying potential problems before they escalated into expensive repairs for clients.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Skills

  • Rough-ins using copper, rehau and pex including pulling copper branches and silver soldered joints
  • Under-slab drains using PVC and Geberit HDPE, Raupiano
  • Stack systems and suspended drainage
  • HDPE electrofusion water mains, fire mains, irrigation lines
  • Civil stormwater systems using Stormpro plumbing systems and pre-cast concrete pits
  • Civil sewer systems using pre-cast concrete manholes
  • RPZD and TMV installations
  • Roof, gutter and flashing inspection, removal and installation
  • Record keeping on SimPRO

Certification

Cert III Plumbing and Gasfitting


Polywelding License - electrofusion welding, butt-welding, extrusion welding (obtained in WA)

References

Peter Thode - Director

0415 996 995


Cam Rainbow - Site Supervisor

0400 437 337


Joe Cairns - Plumber

0498 238 772


Wayne Arnott - Plumber

0499 687 127


Charile Erichsen - Apprentice

0472 530 656

Timeline

Plumber

PCT Plumbing
04.2020 - 06.2024
Asher Read