Nicholas Lieseke
Port Orchard
Summary
Extensive experience with installing, maintaining, and repairing plumbing systems in various settings. Utilizes advanced techniques to ensure efficient and safe operations. Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for optimal performance and compliance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter
Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs
01.2008 - Current
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from supervisors and peers for exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and work ethic.
- Installed water heaters, sump pumps, faucets, toilets, sinks, and other fixtures.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying potential areas for improvement in existing plumbing systems and recommending energy-efficient solutions.
- Enhanced workplace safety by strictly adhering to industry regulations and company guidelines during installation and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in drafting technical specifications for plumbing projects by providing expert input based on years of experience in the field.
- Expedited troubleshooting processes on problems using advanced diagnostic tools like video inspection equipment or electronic leak detectors.
- Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
- Safely operated forklifts and high rangers as per agency and state policies.
- Cleared and cleaned drain lines for sewer and storm drains.
- Maintained and repaired pneumatic air lines.
- Maintained and repaired steam systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central Kitsap High School
Silverdale, WASkills
- Water heater repair
- Pipe threading
- Pipe joining
- Pipe hanger installation
- Pipe grooving
- Pipe measuring
- Gas line installation
- Pump maintenance
- Pressure testing
- Drain cleaning
- Pipe fitting
- System troubleshooting
- Backflow prevention
- Pipe insulation
- Fixture installation
- Pipe tapping
- Pipe freezing
- Plumbing codes
- Valve installation
- Leak detection
- Pipe bending
- Drainage systems repair
- Equipment operation
- Pipe installation expertise
- Blueprint reading
- Plumbing repairs
- Commercial construction experience
- Silver and soft solder expert
- Manual rigging installation
- Pressure regulation
Certification
PL01 licensed journeyman plumber.
Washington state driver's license.
Timeline
Plumber/pipefitter/steamfitter
Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs
01.2008 - Current
High School Diploma -
Central Kitsap High School
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