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Dakota Staats

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Dynamic plumbing professional with extensive experience at Reliance Home Comfort, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through effective problem-solving and preventative education. Proven expertise in hydronic heating systems and strong conflict resolution skills, driving operational efficiency and fostering team collaboration to achieve significant business growth.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Service Plumber

Reliance Home Comfort
Mississauga, ON
07.2021 - 10.2025
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving complex plumbing issues.
  • Educated customers on preventative maintenance measures to reduce future plumbing issues.
  • Conducted regular inspections of plumbing systems to identify potential issues before they escalated into major problems.
  • Ensured optimal functioning of water heaters, sump pumps, sewage ejectors, and other essential plumbing equipment.

CEO

Dakota Plumbing and Hydronics
Hamilton
2021 - 2025
  • Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Ryan Plumbing
Hamilton, ON
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members.

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Maintemp Heating and Cooling
Burlington, ON
03.2018 - 07.2020

-Design, install and maintain hydronic heating systems

- install and test gas lines and venting for boilers

- follow detailed schematics and print layouts

Journeyman Plumber I

Guest Plumbing and Hvac
Hamilton, ON
04.2017 - 02.2019
  • 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.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Solved complex plumbing problems by leveraging extensive knowledge of tools, equipment, materials, and techniques used in the trade.

Plumbing Apprentice

JG Jackson
Etobicoke
02.2013 - 02.2016
  • Gained valuable experience through hands-on training under the guidance of skilled master plumbers.
  • Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
  • Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
  • Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition
  • Install new and replace old storm sewer drains for multi level parking garages.
  • Replace rough barrel piping with cast iron when necessary using proper techniques and PPE.

Education

Plumbing

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton
04.2019

Skills

  • Water filtration systems
  • Critical thinking capacity
  • Stress management strategies
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Attention to detail focus
  • Decision-making confidence
  • Inventory management
  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Computer literacy basics
  • Hydronic heating systems
  • Job estimation accuracy
  • Plumbing fixture troubleshooting
  • Record keeping organization

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

* winner of “best of newly listed 2022” on Homestars

* winner of “best of award 2023” on Homestars

Timeline

Service Plumber

Reliance Home Comfort
07.2021 - 10.2025

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Ryan Plumbing
03.2020 - 06.2021

Licensed Journeyman Plumber

Maintemp Heating and Cooling
03.2018 - 07.2020

Journeyman Plumber I

Guest Plumbing and Hvac
04.2017 - 02.2019

Plumbing Apprentice

JG Jackson
02.2013 - 02.2016

CEO

Dakota Plumbing and Hydronics
2021 - 2025

Plumbing

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Dakota Staats