Gayan Abeysinghe
Hummelstown,PA
Summary
Pipefitter seeking opportunity to launch career in entry-level role with growing organization. Well-versed in reading and interpreting schematics and blueprints, fabricating and fitting pipes and working as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pipefitter / Plumber
S3H Inc.
Las Vegas, NV
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Locate blockages in lines using video cameras or other diagnostic equipment.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Identify problems with existing installations by inspecting pipes visually or through use of x-ray machines.
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- installing Fancoil units and thire piping, installing airhandler units and their piping, potable water mains, finishing works like install toilets, lavatories, Kitchen sinks, Kitchen disposal units, faucets.. etc.
Apprentice Pipefitter /Plumber
Bombard Mechanical
Las Vegas, NV
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Copper pipe installation with soldering, Brazing
- Install Stainless steel pipes (2"-10") for portable water systems. Have experience to use hand grooving machine and power grooving machine.
- Installing and laying HDPE pipes (6"- 8") for gas main. Have experience to use Butt Fusion Machine.
- Fit and install chiller and boiler piping.
- Installing PVC & CPVC piping.
- Cast Iron piping and installations for drainage systems.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
Fast Food Assistant
HMS Host McCarran Airport
Las Vegas, NV
01.2017 - 07.2018
- Prepared food items such as hamburgers, fries, sandwiches, salads. according to restaurant standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping floors, washing dishes, utensils, wiping counters and tables, cleaning windows, mirrors, mopping floors.
- Operated cash register to process customer payments accurately and efficiently.
- Greeted customers and took their orders in a friendly and efficient manner.
Sales Associate
Jack and Jill Smoke Shop
Las Vegas, NV
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Engineer Assistant
National Water Supply & Drainage Board
Chilaw, Sri Lanka
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Installing Pumps, Installing valves (Butterfly valves, Gate Valves, Check valves.. etc.)
- Blueprint reading and Auto Cad designing.
- Troubleshoot malfunctioning systems by diagnosing issues with components such as valves or pumps.
Education
GED -
UA Local 525 (Plumbers, Pipefitters And HVAC/R )
Las Vegas, NV07.2023
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechnical Production
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
Colombo, Sri Lanka10.2013
High School Diploma -
Mahasen National School
Nikaweratiya, Sri Lanka08.2008
Skills
Piping plumbing/ fitting
- Installing , fabricating, and grooving (Hand grooving and machine grooving) Stainless steel pipes for portable water mains
- Installing, fabricating and grooving Black Iron pipes for chiller and boiler piping
- Installing, fabricating and laying HDPE pipes using Butt Fusion machine
- Installing, fabricating, soldering, brazing copper pipes for domestic water supply and distribution
- Cutting and threading gas piping (black steel pipes)
- installing Pex pipes
- fabricating and installing PVC, CPVC , ABS pipes
- Installing, fabricating Cast iron pipes for drain lines
Maintenance and Repair
- Installing, maintenance Lavatories, sinks, garbage disposals, P traps
- Installing, maintenance toilets, urinals
- installing, repair Fan coil units, Air handler units and their piping
- Install, maintain, repair and test water supply lines
- Install, maintain, repair and test drain lines
Other Skills
- Blueprint reading and Isometric drwing
- EPRI Rigging
- Basic welding Horizontal and vertical welding passes (Root pass, hot pass, fill pass, capping)
- Operating and handling Mobile Elevating platforms( Boom lifts, Scissor Lifts)
- Forklift operating
Safety
- OSHA 10, 30 certified
- fall protection training, scaffolding training
Certification
Journeyperson Plumber license (Expire on January/2026)
Journeyman pipe fitter
EPRI Rigging (Expire on January 2027)
Timeline
Pipefitter / Plumber
S3H Inc.
10.2021 - 09.2023
Apprentice Pipefitter /Plumber
Bombard Mechanical
08.2018 - 08.2021
Fast Food Assistant
HMS Host McCarran Airport
01.2017 - 07.2018
Sales Associate
Jack and Jill Smoke Shop
09.2016 - 01.2017
Engineer Assistant
National Water Supply & Drainage Board
05.2014 - 08.2016
GED -
UA Local 525 (Plumbers, Pipefitters And HVAC/R )
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechnical Production
Higher National Diploma in Engineering
High School Diploma -
Mahasen National School
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