Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Awardscertificates
Timeline
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Joshua Kirby

Geelong,VIC

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Mcdonalds
10.2019 - Current
  • Skills have gained from this job is, learning how to take charge and run a the kitchen effectively and efficiently and have learned how to get along and work beside older and younger crew members so our age gap doesn't interfere with our work

Plumber Apprentice

Barossa Plumbing
05.2024 - 08.2024

At Barossa I’ve had experience in

Rough in- Running water to all the fixtures and taps and testing for leaks

fit off- installing taps, toilets, showers, basins, wastes

appliances- dish washers, cook tops, hot water services/heat pumps

downpipe rollovers

Apprentice Plumber

On Point Plumbing
03.2023 - 04.2024

Most of the work I’ve don’t has been installing bathroom and kitchen fixtures, gas appliances such as hot water services, heaters and cooktops, do have a bit of roof/gutter work and the occasional rough in for private jobs, also have a good amount of experience doing blockages with the sewer jetter and the older style sewer machines, with experience locating blockages with camera and locator, also have little experience laying storm water drains

Meys Meats
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Cleaning and detailing Monday to Friday 3:30-5:30

Education

Graduated -

North Geelong Secondary College
North Geelong, VIC
12.2022

Skills

Quick Learner

- Able to learn most plumbing tasks pretty quickly

Basic Plumbing Knowledge

- Understanding plumbing systems, pipes, and materials

- Learning how water, gas, and waste systems work

Tool Handling

- Familiarity with plumbing tools such as pipe cutters, wrenches, pipe benders, and plungers

- Safely using power tools for drilling, cutting, and assembling

Installation Skills

- sinks/basins, toilets, pvc, and fixtures

- Installing appliances such as hot water services, cook tops, heaters, dish washers, a little bit of split systems

Problem-Solving

- Diagnosing plumbing issues such as leaks, clogs, and low water pressure

- Troubleshooting and repairing faulty systems and components

Safety Awareness

- Understanding health and safety regulations, especially concerning gas, water, and chemicals

- Wearing proper safety gear and following procedures to avoid injury

Communication

- Working alongside senior plumbers and clients, explaining issues and solutions

- Maintaining good teamwork and communication with colleagues

- Lifting heavy equipment, crawling in tight spaces, and working in awkward positions

Time Management

- Prioritizing tasks and working efficiently to meet deadlines

Awardscertificates

  • Completed and passed White Card training
  • Completed Cert II in engineering

Timeline

Plumber Apprentice

Barossa Plumbing
05.2024 - 08.2024

Apprentice Plumber

On Point Plumbing
03.2023 - 04.2024

Mcdonalds
10.2019 - Current

Meys Meats
03.2019 - 09.2019

Graduated -

North Geelong Secondary College
Joshua Kirby