Experienced personable journeyman plumber skilled in troubleshooting, maintenance & service, emergency response, and installation. Proven ability to maintain plumbing systems and train apprentices effectively.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Journeyman Plumber
Seattle Housing Authority
Seattle, WA
11.2021 - Current
Service work in tenants homes, Highrise apartments and offices. Trouble shooting for all types of plumbing emergencies. Maintaining and clearing Storm and Sewer lines. Maintaining tools and equipment for plumbing emergencies.
Installing gas and electric Water heaters.
Repaired leaks and clogs using standard plumbing tools and techniques.
Assisted tenants with plumbing concerns, providing effective communication and support.
Inspected drainage systems for clogs or leaks.
Repaired, replaced, and installed pipes, fixtures, and valves in residential and commercial buildings.
Cut openings in walls to access existing plumbing lines for repair or replacement.
Ordered parts needed for repairs from suppliers when necessary.
Replaced worn or broken fixtures with new ones.
Performed maintenance on water heaters and other equipment such as toilets, sinks, showers, garbage disposals, sump pumps, and septic tanks.
Documented progress of jobs throughout the day by completing daily timesheets.
Responded promptly to emergency service calls from clients requiring immediate assistance.
Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
Facilities Operations Maintenance Specialist.
University of Washington Bothell
Bothell, WA
09.2009 - 10.2021
Service the Plumbing infrastructure of the 12 campus buildings & 90 student apartment housing. Operating JLG 800AJ maintaining roof gutters, bird spike & outside emergency needs. Annual PM's of Campus fixtures restrooms, drinking fountains, Water heater installs 4 gallon - 150 gallon, kitchens, emergency eyewash & showers and everything in-between. Repairs of copper lines 1/4" - 3", ABS & PVC waste and vents, Victaulic supply lines, Sch 40 & Copper gas lines. Assist others in different trades to maintain Campus needs.
Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
Maintained tools and equipment for optimal safety and performance.
Provided recommendations for plumbing system upgrades to clients.
Responded promptly to emergency plumbing calls during off-hours.
Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
Journeyman Plumber
McKinstry
Seattle, WA
05.2007 - 06.2009
Collaborated with contractors to ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
Assisted tenants with plumbing concerns, providing effective communication and support.
Train apprentices on plumbing best practices and safety protocols.
Installed gas piping systems according to local codes.
Repaired, replaced, and installed pipes, fixtures, and valves in residential and commercial buildings.
Installed and maintained plumbing systems to meet customer requirements.