Brian Cassels
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Journeyman Plumber with expertise in gas line installation, plumbing repairs, and blueprint reading. Committed to ensuring plumbing safety and compliance, delivering high-quality service in both residential and commercial projects.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Plumber BTJ
Plumbers Union Local 1 NTC
New York, NY
09.2003 - Current
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial settings.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with contractors to coordinate project timelines and deliverables.
- Trained apprentices on plumbing techniques, tools, and safety protocols.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues using advanced troubleshooting methods.
- Developed efficient workflow processes to enhance team productivity and service quality.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Reduced project costs by accurately estimating materials and labor required for plumbing installations and repairs.
- Collaborated with contractors, architects, and engineers to ensure seamless integration of plumbing systems in new construction projects.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Completed valve, hangar and flange installations.
- Delivered outstanding customer service by explaining complex technical terms in layman''s language while addressing client concerns and queries.
- Improved system performance by conducting thorough inspections, preventative maintenance, and timely repairs on various plumbing systems.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
- Contributed to team success in completing large-scale projects within tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations through rigorous adherence to installation guidelines and permit requirements.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
- Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
- Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings with [Tool] and [Tool].
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly identifying and resolving plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
- Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
- Ensured accurate billing by keeping detailed records of time spent on jobs, materials used, services rendered, expenses incurred in performing assigned work tasks.
- Attained high levels of customer satisfaction ratings by providing prompt after-sales support when needed.
- Streamlined project completion with efficient scheduling, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and complexity.
- Managed job site hazards by accurately locating biohazards, low-grade radiation and chemicals.
- Optimized system efficiency through regular maintenance of water heaters, sump pumps, septic tanks, drain cleaning equipment among other devices involved in the plumbing process.
- Increased client retention through exceptional customer service, clear communication, and prompt response to service requests.
- Increased company revenue by upselling additional services, maintenance contracts, or equipment upgrades during routine service calls.
- Achieved superior quality results by utilizing advanced tools and technologies in the plumbing industry, such as video inspection equipment and pipe relining techniques.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
Education
Plumbing
Plumbers Union Local 1 Training Center
Queens, NY06-2008
Skills
- Gas line installation
- Plumbing tools usage
- Pipe soldering
- Blueprint reading
- Plumbing repairs
- Water heater installation
- Pipe threading
- Pipefitting procedures
- Drainage repair
- Plumbing safety
- Fixture installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Remodels and new construction
- Troubleshooting
- Gas appliance installation
- Residential plumbing design
- Pipe measuring
- Venting systems
- Piping installation
- Pressure testing
- Pipe wrapping
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Pipe testing
- Pipe joining
- Pipe installation
- Construction management
- Water distribution systems
- Residential construction
- Plumbing
- System troubleshooting
- Plumbing inspection
- Pipe tracing
- Waste system installation
- Pipe grooving
- Emergency response
- Backflow prevention
- Potable water systems
- Water softener installation
- Drainage systems
- Plumbing estimating
- Hand and power tools
- Cross-connection control
- Manual rigging installation
- Project estimation and bidding
- Pipe tapping
- Pipe welding
- Hydraulic systems maintenance
- Septic system installation
- Water treatment
- Hydronic heating
- Pipe freezing
- Project bids
- Equipment monitoring
- Commercial plumbing
- Basic math aptitude
- Drain field placement
- Gas piping
- Water heater maintenance
- Blueprints
- Pipe installation expertise
- System testing
- Project management
- Codes compliance
Accomplishments
I have all current FDNY fire gaurd and torch use operator certifications as well as my OSHA 62 hour safety course that includes scaffolding safety and fall protection
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Journeyman Plumber BTJ
Plumbers Union Local 1 NTC
09.2003 - Current
Plumbing
Plumbers Union Local 1 Training Center