Gino Vela
29 Neptune Road Leppington ,NSW
Summary
Well driven, enthusiastic, eager and hard working 2nd year mature aged apprentice looking to continue my sprinkler fitter apprenticeship. With knowledge and 1.5 years experience in construction, safety measures, use of hand and power tools, installation of pipes and fittings I'm motivated to continue to learn and grow in the trade. I work extremely well in a team, have attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Cachia Bros Fire Protection
Sydney , NSW
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Appropriately fitted and installed pipes by reading and installing according to plans.
- Measured, threaded, roll grooved and cut materials to correct length.
- Used a variety of hand and power tools as well as fixings and scissor and boom lifts to install hangers, rangers and mains.
- Lifting and carrying heavy materials repeatedly for long periods of time to install pipes.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Read and interpreted plans to determine locations, quantities, sizes of materials required and pipe layout for install.
- Tested pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks, identifying leaks as well as draining systems to fix leaks.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Stripping out old sprinklers and pipe and re-installing/ relocating as per plans.
- Unloading deliveries manually and transporting to correct space.
- Worked with different teams, tradesmen and fellow apprentices to problem solve issues that arise.
Carpentry Laborer
BASBUILT
Sydney, NSW
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Framed, remodeled and finished wood and metal structures.
- Used hand tools such as utility knives, hammers and power tools to complete carpentry tasks.
- Maintained variety of hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments on daily job assignments.
- Cleaned, calibrated and serviced tools and equipment.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured, marked cutting lines on materials using pencil and cut according to size needed.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches..
- Cut and installed insulation and gyrock for residential and commercial buildings.
- Fabricated custom furniture, shelving and cabinets and installed in specified locations.
Courier
HBH TRANSPORT
Sydney, NSW
04.2017 - 06.2020
- Greeted recipients, delivered packages and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Safely loaded items into delivery vehicle to minimize damage while in transit.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
- Picked up packages and made deliveries promptly, exceeding prior delivery records by [Number]% in just [Number] [Timeframe].
Baggage Handler
Overseas Passanger Terminal
Sydney, NSW
11.2015 - 03.2017
- Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing cruises.
- Worked closely with customs and border patrol to identify any prohibited items entering the country with an xray machine.
- Loaded passengers' property onto appropriate ship by collecting, sorting and checking baggage tags against flight lists.
- Assisted customers with luggage issues such lost baggage and confiscation while maintaining calm.
- Observed safety and privacy procedures in handling passengers' property.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets and tape to protect from damage.
Education
Certificate III in Fire Protection -
Fire Industry Training
Sydney, NSW12.2024
High School Diploma -
Hoxton Park High School
Hinchinbrook, NSW11.2015
Certification
Elevated working Platform (scissor and boom lift) YC887661
White card CGI1655404SEQ01
References
Cachia Brothers Fire Protection
Martin Cachia - 0438192505
Darren Cachia - 0400551662
Timeline
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Cachia Bros Fire Protection
03.2021 - 07.2022
Carpentry Laborer
BASBUILT
06.2020 - 02.2021
Courier
HBH TRANSPORT
04.2017 - 06.2020
Baggage Handler
Overseas Passanger Terminal
11.2015 - 03.2017
Certificate III in Fire Protection -
Fire Industry Training
High School Diploma -
Hoxton Park High School