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Benjamin Cottrill

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Skilled Plumber with experience in assembling and installing pipes, water heaters and other large industrial equipment. Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair emergency issues in a thorough and timely manner. Focused and competent professional with over 5 years of experience possessing in-depth knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and drain cleaning operations. Works well both independently and as part of team.


Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Plumbing Technician

2 Sons Plumbing
05.2023 - Current
  • Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
  • Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.
  • Worked non-standard and on-call hours and weekends on rotational basis and patiently focused on customer needs.
  • Documented cost of plumbing repairs and kept precise records of time and material.
  • Mastered and adhered to plumbing codes, installation requirements and governmental regulations.
  • Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
  • Studied building plans and working drawings to determine work aids required and sequence of installations.
  • Continued plumbing education and kept abreast of industry updates and improvements to best serve client needs.
  • Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
  • Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
  • Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Kept detailed job records using [Software] to maintain up-to-date filing system.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.

Plumbing Technician

ARS Rescue Rooter
05.2018 - 05.2023
  • Installed, repaired and maintained water, gas and sewer systems.
  • Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.
  • Worked non-standard and on-call hours and weekends on rotational basis and patiently focused on customer needs.
  • Documented cost of plumbing repairs and kept precise records of time and material.
  • Mastered and adhered to plumbing codes, installation requirements and governmental regulations.
  • Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
  • Continued plumbing education and kept abreast of industry updates and improvements to best serve client needs.
  • Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
  • Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
  • Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Kept detailed job records using [Software] to maintain up-to-date filing system.
  • Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.

Education

No Degree -

Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA

High School Diploma -

Stadium
Tacoma, WA

Skills

  • Construction Materials
  • Emergency Situations
  • Safety Techniques
  • Plumbing Understanding
  • Pipe Installation
  • Water Pressure Assessment
  • Drain Cleaning
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Job Site Evaluation
  • Pipe System Maintenance
  • Custom Plumbing Systems Specialist

Timeline

Plumbing Technician

2 Sons Plumbing
05.2023 - Current

Plumbing Technician

ARS Rescue Rooter
05.2018 - 05.2023

No Degree -

Tacoma Community College

High School Diploma -

Stadium

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