Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Licenses
Timeline
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Marni Ketchum

Gobles,MI

Summary

Highly skilled journeyman plumber who would like to transition from Union work to a more stable and long term position at a company with growth potential and room for advancement. Highly motivated to learn new skills as well as utilize the tools I already have in my toolbox. Known for my attention to detail and quality work, I will always have the best interest of your company in mind.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Pipefitter

Jergens Piping Corporation
05.2024 - 11.2024
  • Installed various types of process piping including stainless steel tubing, threaded pipe, and pro-press copper and soldered copper pipe.
  • Adhered to strict cleanliness guidelines according to Zoetis protocol.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading, and bending equipment.

Journeyman Plumber

Andy Egan Corporation
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Installed cast iron sanitary piping for each hotel room from the second floor thru the sixteenth floor.
  • Mentored apprentice plumbers in proper techniques, safety protocols, and industry standards for quality workmanship.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and following industry best practices.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Collaborated with other trades to identify best routes for pipe installations.

Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter

Mall City Mechanical
01.2021 - 03.2023
  • Worked on various projects at hospitals, schools, and hotels.
  • Installed all kinds of piping including cast iron, copper, pex, pvc, stainless steel, threaded, and welded pipe.
  • Identified and replaced leaking pipe and fittings in the most efficient ways possible.
  • Followed blueprints to install pipe and hangers to stay in compliance with plumbing code and customer specifications
  • Utilized advanced tools to fabricate piping including pipe threaders, pipe groovers, cutting torches, plasma cutters, and welders.

Journeyman Plumber

R.W. Lapine
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Contributed to team success in completing large-scale projects within tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
  • Achieved superior quality results by utilizing advanced tools and technologies in the plumbing industry.
  • Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.

Apprentice Plumber/Pipefitter

Mall City Mechanical
10.2014 - 12.2017
  • Assisted licensed plumbers in installation and repair of plumbing systems.
  • Maintained clean workspaces during all phases of projects, upholding company image while promoting a culture of professionalism within the team
  • Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
  • Minimized potential hazards by promptly addressing identified safety concerns throughout the course of daily tasks.
  • Safeguarded customer property from damage during repairs or installations through diligent care and attention to detail around worksites.
  • Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.

Apprentice Plumber/Pipefitter

R.W. Lapine
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Used pipe wrenches, saws and drills safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
  • Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
  • Kept inventory of supplies and necessary tools and informed foreman of low supply or needed tools.
  • Utilized downtime for cleaning and organizing.
  • Assist senior apprentices and journeyman plumbers in drilling holes, filling penetrations, and fire caulking.

Education

Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter -

UA Local 357 5 Year Apprenticeship Program
Kalamazoo, MI
07.2018

High School Diploma -

Portage Public Schools
Portage, MI
05.1998

Skills

  • Plumbing fixture installation and maintenance
  • Pipe threading
  • Grooved pipe installation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Emergency repairs
  • Steam piping
  • Threaded pipe fabrication
  • Soldering copper pipes
  • OSHA rules and regulations
  • Pipe fabrication
  • Piping diagram interpretation
  • Piping layout
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Systems testing
  • Industrial plumbing
  • Commercial plumbing
  • Detail-oriented

Licenses

Michigan Journeyman Plumbing License #8224826

Timeline

Pipefitter

Jergens Piping Corporation
05.2024 - 11.2024

Journeyman Plumber

Andy Egan Corporation
03.2023 - 05.2024

Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter

Mall City Mechanical
01.2021 - 03.2023

Journeyman Plumber

R.W. Lapine
01.2018 - 12.2020

Apprentice Plumber/Pipefitter

Mall City Mechanical
10.2014 - 12.2017

Apprentice Plumber/Pipefitter

R.W. Lapine
06.2013 - 06.2014

Journeyman Plumber/Pipefitter -

UA Local 357 5 Year Apprenticeship Program

High School Diploma -

Portage Public Schools
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