Joseph Mclucas
Canberra,ACT
Summary
Experienced journeyman plumber skilled in plumbing installation, troubleshooting, and emergency response. Proven ability to lead projects and train apprentices while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Plumber
piston plumbing
Canberra, ACT
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Installed plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Inspected and repaired plumbing fixtures and appliances.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure project specifications were met.
- Maintained accurate records of plumbing installations and repairs.
- Assisted in training apprentices on plumbing techniques and safety practices.
- Utilized power tools and equipment for efficient plumbing tasks.
- Responded to emergency service calls for urgent plumbing issues.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations during installations.
- Installed valves, hangars, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed gas piping systems according to local codes.
- Inspected drainage systems for clogs or leaks.
- Assembled complex components that require soldering techniques or threading pipes together using special tools.
- Repaired, replaced, and installed pipes, fixtures, and valves in residential and commercial buildings.
- Cut openings in walls to access existing plumbing lines for repair or replacement.
- Organized jobs from start to finish by delegating daily job duties and assessing completed tasks.
- Ordered parts needed for repairs from suppliers when necessary.
- Installed and maintained plumbing systems to meet customer requirements.
- Assisted in training apprentices in proper installation methods and safety procedures.
- Replaced worn or broken fixtures with new ones.
- Maintained a clean worksite during installations by utilizing drop cloths and vacuuming debris from the area.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to plumbing work.
- Worked closely with contractors on large-scale construction projects involving multiple tradespeople.
- Provided customers with advice about proper care of their plumbing system.
- Performed maintenance on water heaters and other equipment such as toilets, sinks, showers, garbage disposals, sump pumps, and septic tanks.
- Documented progress of jobs throughout the day by completing daily timesheets.
- Troubleshooted plumbing issues using specialized tools including pipe wrenches, saws, drills, test gauges.
- Created estimates of time and materials needed for projects.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Connected new appliances such as dishwashers and ice makers to existing water lines.
- Adhered to safety procedures to reduce risk of injury.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mackillop Catholic College
Canberra Act12-2009
Skills
- Plumbing installation
- Emergency repairs
- Code compliance
- Pipe fitting
- System inspection
- Customer service
- Project coordination
- Parts ordering
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Staff supervision
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Organization
- Training & Development
- Planning
- Computer skills
- Basic math
- Multitasking
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Journeyman Plumber
piston plumbing
11.2021 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Mackillop Catholic College