Bruce Ryan Currie
Port Colborne,ON
Summary
Resourceful Journeyman Plumber known for completing tasks efficiently and on schedule. Possess specialized skills in pipe installation, leak repairs, and fixture replacement ensuring smooth operation of plumbing systems. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and customer service, contributing to high-quality workmanship and client satisfaction. Currently am working at General Motors in ST Catharines in building maintenance as a pipefitter/plumber for the last 6 years.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Plumber/Journeyman Pipefitter
UA Local 67/ ES Fox
Hamilton, Ontario
02.2009 - Current
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely completion of plumbing projects.
- Conducted inspections and maintenance on plumbing systems to meet safety standards.
- Trained apprentices on plumbing techniques and safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installations.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues and recommended effective solutions for repairs.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure operational efficiency on job sites.
- Adhered to local plumbing codes and regulations during all installations and repairs.
- Installed valves, hangars, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Assembled complex components that require soldering techniques or threading pipes together using special tools.
- 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.
- Organized jobs from start to finish by delegating daily job duties and assessing completed tasks.
- Ordered parts needed for repairs from suppliers when necessary.
- Installed and maintained plumbing systems to meet customer requirements.
- Assisted in training apprentices in proper installation methods and safety procedures.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Documented progress of jobs throughout the day by completing daily timesheets.
- Performed maintenance on water heaters and other equipment such as toilets, sinks, showers, garbage disposals, sump pumps, and septic tanks.
- Troubleshooted plumbing issues using specialized tools including pipe wrenches, saws, drills, test gauges.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
- Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Installed and maintained piping systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine piping layouts.
- Operated tools such as pipe benders and threaders for precise fittings.
- Threaded pipes using specified machinery.
- Troubleshot issues in existing systems to maintain optimal performance.
- Replace worn parts such as seals or gaskets in pumps or valves.
- Handled all responsibilities for piping systems, including fabricating, assembling, installing and maintaining.
- Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of pipes and pipe systems in industrial settings.
- Follow safety protocols when working with hazardous materials such as acids or caustics.
- Assemble and install valves, fittings, flanges and other related components.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in existing pipe systems quickly and efficiently.
- Document all work performed accurately for future reference.
- Coordinate with other tradespeople to complete projects within specified deadlines.
- Cut, thread and assemble various types of piping materials such as copper, steel or plastic.
- Repair leaks in existing plumbing systems utilizing appropriate methods such as soldering or brazing.
- Conduct pressure tests on newly installed systems to ensure proper functioning before use by personnel or customers.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Maintain and troubleshoot a variety of piping systems including steam, air, water, gas, oil and hydraulic lines.
Education
306A - Plumbing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
01.2020
Skills
- Pipe installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- System maintenance
- Fault diagnosis
- Valve assembly
- Problem solving
- Pipe fabrication
- Pipe soldering
- Manual rigging installation
- Valve installation
- Pressure testing
- Plumbing safety
- System troubleshooting
- Pipefitting processes
- Piping installation
- Preventative maintenance
- Pipe threading
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Pipe tracing
- Pipe fitting
- Blueprint reading
- Backflow prevention
- Pump installation
- Pipe cutting
- Pipe measuring
- Licensed pipefitter
- Pipe hanger installation
- Cross-connection control
References
- Joe Biarado Foreman 905 516 1773
- Ken Adams Supervisor 905 327 9629
Timeline
Journeyman Plumber/Journeyman Pipefitter
UA Local 67/ ES Fox
02.2009 - Current
306A - Plumbing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology