Kurt Paterson
Two Rocks,WA
Summary
Skilled Plumber offering 15 years of experience within the plumbing industry. I thrive in a team environment but also confident and capable of working Independently. I have excellent time management and communication skills. Expertise in drainage systems, water supply lines, Installation of new fixtures and maintenance plumbing. I have sound knowledge of OH'S practices and a proven tack record of adhering to them.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber
Byblos Construction
Tom Price, WA
08.2022 - Current
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, baths and showers
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
- Installed pumps and backflow prevention devices according to local codes.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Replaced worn parts such as washers, gaskets and valves in order to prevent future problems.
- Constructed complete bathroom units including bathtubs, showers and vanities from scratch according to customer specifications.
- Ran tests on backflow prevention devices in order to ensure proper functioning of the system per regulations set forth by local authorities.
Plumber
Mako Plumbing
Karratha, WA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as flushing out drainpipes or cleaning out grease traps.
- Visited customer sites to assess their needs and provide estimates for repair jobs.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Repaired or replaced faulty fixtures such as toilets, showers, sinks, faucets and pipes.
- Connected new appliances to existing water supply lines and drains.
Plumber/Leading Hand
Rowe Plumbing
Karratha, WA
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Ensured all safety procedures were followed and maintained a safe working environment for staff.
- Adhered to company policies, industry regulations and safety guidelines.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using specialized tools and equipment.
- Read plans to determine the layout of plumbing systems..
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, baths and showers
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Assisted apprentices with learning basic skills such as soldering pipes or installing valves.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
Owner/Operator
Paterson Plumbing & Drainage
Perth, WA
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Read blueprints accurately to determine dimensions of piping required for installation projects.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Studied plans and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Repaired or replaced defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Identified potential safety hazards due to faulty installations or repairs.
Plumber, Plumbing Supervisor
Nehco Building Maintenance & Shop fitting
Perth, WA
12.2015 - 01.2020
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Provided emergency services when needed including repairing burst pipes during inclement weather conditions.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as flushing out drainpipes or cleaning out grease traps.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of several plumbers on a daily basis.
- Inspected completed work for conformance with applicable codes and regulations.
- Ensured that all employees followed safety protocols while working onsite.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure that all deadlines were met.
- Provided guidance or assistance whenever required during emergency situations involving broken pipes or flooding.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
Plumber
Goodline
Port Hedland, WA
11.2012 - 10.2015
- Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
- Repaired broken or blocked sewer lines with the use of video cameras.
- Maintained records of work performed on each job site including material used and time spent on the job.
- Constructed foundations for large industrial equipment that require special plumbing connections.
- Visited customer sites to assess their needs and provide estimates for repair jobs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Participated in risk assessment activities related to new projects.
Plumber
Sanwell Plumbing & Civil
Port Hedland, Karratha, WA
12.2012 - 11.2014
- Connected new appliances to existing water supply lines and drains.
- Fabricated copper piping components according to specifications from drawings or diagrams.
- Repaired or replaced faulty fixtures such as toilets, showers, sinks, faucets and pipes.
- Inspected drainage and other plumbing systems to identify necessary repairs.
- Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques.
- Installed, maintained and repaired water supply systems and related piping.
- Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate pipes and fittings.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
Plumbing Apprentice
Impressive Plumbing
Port Hedland, Karratha, Newman, WA
10.2008 - 12.2012
- Plumbing apprenticeship, all plumbing and gas fitting works in accordance with AWA training record book.
- Assisted with pipefitting tasks, including threading pipes and soldering joints.
- Cut openings in walls for installation of new fixtures or pipes.
- Read plans to determine layout of plumbing systems.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Adhered to safety protocols when working around hazardous chemicals or materials.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
Education
Plumbing And Gasfitting Apprenticeship -
Swan TAFE And Durack TAFE
09.2012
Year 12 Graduate -
Hedland Senior High School
01.2008
Certificate I in Engineering -
Pilbara Tafe
01.2007
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- System Testing
- Rio Tinto SAP
- Backflow
- Poly Welding Ticket
- Emergency Response
- FMG SAP
- Quality Production
- Staff Management
- Codes Compliance
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment Monitoring
Certification
- RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
- CPPFES2005A Demonstrate first attack fire fighting equipment
- Prevention of electrical Shocks While Welding (BHPBIO)
- Hot Work (L2) for Workers
- Apply First Aid, St. John Ambulance
- Conduct Hydraulic Excavator Operations
- PVC Pipe Handling & Installation Skills Set
- BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management Requirements of small Business
- CPCPCM4011A Carry out work-based risk control Processes
- CPCPCM4012A Estimate and cost work, MPA Skills Maylands
- CPCPDR4011B Design and size sanitary drainage Systems
- CPCPDR4013B Design and size domestic treatment Plant disposal system
- CPCPSN4011B Design and size sanitary plumbing system
- CPCPWT4011B Commission and maintain backflow Prevention devices
- CPCPWT4022A Commission and maintain hot and heated Water temperature control
- CPCPWT4023A Design and size heated and cold water Services and systems
- TBOSIET Tropical basic offshore safety induction and Emergency training
- CA-EBS 5508 Compressed air emergency breathing system
- PMBWELD301 Butt weld polyethylene plastic pipelines
- PMBWELD302 Electrofusion weld polyethylene plastic Pipelines
- RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
- ISSoW Integrated safe system of work, RPA Restricted performing authority
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Plumber
Byblos Construction
08.2022 - Current
Plumber
Mako Plumbing
03.2022 - 08.2022
Plumber/Leading Hand
Rowe Plumbing
10.2020 - 03.2022
Owner/Operator
Paterson Plumbing & Drainage
01.2020 - 12.2020
Plumber, Plumbing Supervisor
Nehco Building Maintenance & Shop fitting
12.2015 - 01.2020
Plumber
Sanwell Plumbing & Civil
12.2012 - 11.2014
Plumber
Goodline
11.2012 - 10.2015
Plumbing Apprentice
Impressive Plumbing
10.2008 - 12.2012
Plumbing And Gasfitting Apprenticeship -
Swan TAFE And Durack TAFE
Year 12 Graduate -
Hedland Senior High School
Certificate I in Engineering -
Pilbara Tafe
- RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
- CPPFES2005A Demonstrate first attack fire fighting equipment
- Prevention of electrical Shocks While Welding (BHPBIO)
- Hot Work (L2) for Workers
- Apply First Aid, St. John Ambulance
- Conduct Hydraulic Excavator Operations
- PVC Pipe Handling & Installation Skills Set
- BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management Requirements of small Business
- CPCPCM4011A Carry out work-based risk control Processes
- CPCPCM4012A Estimate and cost work, MPA Skills Maylands
- CPCPDR4011B Design and size sanitary drainage Systems
- CPCPDR4013B Design and size domestic treatment Plant disposal system
- CPCPSN4011B Design and size sanitary plumbing system
- CPCPWT4011B Commission and maintain backflow Prevention devices
- CPCPWT4022A Commission and maintain hot and heated Water temperature control
- CPCPWT4023A Design and size heated and cold water Services and systems
- TBOSIET Tropical basic offshore safety induction and Emergency training
- CA-EBS 5508 Compressed air emergency breathing system
- PMBWELD301 Butt weld polyethylene plastic pipelines
- PMBWELD302 Electrofusion weld polyethylene plastic Pipelines
- RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
- ISSoW Integrated safe system of work, RPA Restricted performing authority
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