Dereck Van Dongen
Nowra,NSW
Summary
Dependable Plumber, dedicated team player and top performer consistently meeting project deadlines as required. Knowledgeable about importance of quality work and preventive maintenance. Over 10 years of experience in residential and commercial plumbing.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber
PlumbCity Plumbing
11.2018 - Current
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Kept detailed job records using Outlook to maintain up-to-date filing system.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Plumber
Nigel Plumbing
02.2009 - 09.2018
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boys High School
Springs, South Africa12.2008
Skills
- Pipefitting Processes Expertise
- Staff Management
- Air and Water Piping Systems
- MS Office Proficiency
- Hand and Power Tools
- Equipment Monitoring
- Drainage Systems Repair
- Piping Installation
- Water Heater Installation
- Faucet Repair
- Sewer and Domestic Water Lines
- Drain Cleaning
Timeline
Plumber
PlumbCity Plumbing
11.2018 - Current
Plumber
Nigel Plumbing
02.2009 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Boys High School
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