Aaron Gillespie
GLENDALE,AZ
Summary
Experienced Quality Assurance Specialist with a strong background in interpreting and implementing quality standards and resolving customer complaints. Skilled in problem solving and analysis, with a solid understanding of QA methodologies and tools. Focused on enhancing business processes to drive efficiency and compliance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Utilities piping specialist
ASU
Tempe, AZ
09.2025 - Current
- Tested plumbing systems to identify leaks and malfunctions for timely repairs.
- Inspected plumbing systems for leaks, clogs, and worn components.
- Tested pipe systems for pressure, flow, and proper function.
- Followed safety procedures while handling tools, fittings, and plumbing materials.
- Repaired faucets, toilets, drains, and water lines using hand tools.
- Replaced worn or damaged plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
- Soldered copper pipe joints to connect water supply lines for new installations.
- Ran tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functionality before finalizing projects.
- Provided emergency repair services for burst pipes during inclement weather to minimize water damage.
Service Plumber
Platinum Home Warranty
Scottsdale, Arizona
08.2013 - 04.2019
- Installed, repaired, and replaced water heaters, faucets, toilets, pipes, and other fixtures.
- Repaired leaks, clogs, and fixture failures in customer homes.
- Installed faucets, toilets, valves, and supply lines.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues for home warranty service requests.
- Inspected water heaters for warranty-covered replacement needs.
- Inspected drainage systems for clogs or blockages.
- Ensured repairs followed plumbing codes and company service standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols when working with hazardous materials such as natural gas.
Education
General Education Degree
Safford, AzSkills
- Plumbing assessment
- Leak detection
- Pipe fitting
- Pressure testing
- Fixture installation
- Water heater service
- Drain cleaning
- Drain maintenance
- System installation
- Code compliance
- Safety procedures
- Technical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Maintenance and repair
- Quality assurance
- Soldering copper
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Customer communication
- Failure management
Timeline
Utilities piping specialist
ASU
09.2025 - Current
Service Plumber
Platinum Home Warranty
08.2013 - 04.2019
General Education Degree