Hunter Sachs
Essex Junction
Summary
Dedicated Apprentice Plumber skilled in pipe assembly, installation techniques, and safety compliance. Committed to enhancing trade knowledge and following plumbing codes to deliver quality workmanship.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Plumber
Michael Mechanical
Burlington
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Assisted in installing plumbing systems under supervision of experienced plumbers.
- Followed safety protocols while working on job sites to prevent accidents.
- Shadowed senior plumbers to understand best practices and troubleshooting techniques.
- Cleaned up job sites at the end of each shift to ensure a safe working environment for others.
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent and soldering materials.
- Repaired leaking valves, replaced defective washers and gaskets, repaired or replaced broken pipes.
- Installed valves, hangers and flanges inside piping systems.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, furnaces, grills following safety protocols.
- Tested and identified pipe leaks with air and water pressure gauges under plumber supervision.
- Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws, and threading machines.
- Operated equipment and remained focused on safety at all times.
- Replaced worn washers in faucets to prevent leakage issues.
- Read blueprints and drawings to determine exact installation specifications.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
Apprentice Plumber
Yankee Plumbing and Heating
Winooski
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Welded piping using specialized techniques and computer-assisted fabrication.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
Demolition Laborer
Bissonette Properties
Burlington
2020 - 2023
- Assisted in removing debris and hazardous materials from sites.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Reported issues or concerns to supervisors promptly.
- Operated various hand and power tools including jackhammers, saws, drills, wrenches.
- Removed debris from job sites to designated areas for disposal or recycling.
- Assisted in the demolition of buildings and other structures using hammers, crowbars, and other tools.
- Unloaded and transported construction materials to job sites as needed.
- Moved large objects manually or with assistance from machines like forklifts or cranes.
- Cleaned up any messes created during the course of the job quickly and efficiently.
- Maintained a clean worksite by disposing of trash regularly throughout the day.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Used protective gear such as hard hats, goggles, ear protection, respirators when necessary.
- Prepared surfaces prior to demolition by removing existing fixtures and coverings safely.
- Ensured that all hazardous waste was disposed of properly according to regulations.
- Inspected demolished sites for items that can be salvaged or recycled.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
- Erected scaffolding around work areas to ensure safety while working at heights.
- Secured hazardous materials such as asbestos, lead paint, and mold during demolition activities.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
- Utilized electrical, plumbing and HVAC expertise to complete projects and adhere to timelines.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Plumbing Apprenticeship
Vermont Technical
Williston, VTSkills
- Trade knowledge expansion
- Pipe assembling and Repairs
- Measurements
- Installation techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Plumbing systems
- Safety and compliance - OSHA 10 Certified
- Plumbing code compliance
- Brazing techniques
Certification
OSHA - 10 Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Apprentice Plumber
Michael Mechanical
04.2025 - 07.2025
Apprentice Plumber
Yankee Plumbing and Heating
01.2023 - 04.2025
Demolition Laborer
Bissonette Properties
2020 - 2023
Some College (No Degree) - Plumbing Apprenticeship
Vermont Technical