David Pitino
Toronto,ON
Summary
Licensed plumber and journeyman with over 35 years of experience in residential, commercial, and institutional plumbing. Expertise in diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and hydronic/boiler system repairs, with a strong track record at the Toronto Catholic District School Board. Proven ability to deliver safe, code-compliant work while effectively troubleshooting complex plumbing issues. Recognized for proficiency with high-efficiency systems and custom installations, ensuring dependable, high-quality service.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber & Steamfitter
Toronto Catholic District School Board
Toronto, Ontario
03.2002 - Current
- Installed, maintained, and repaired plumbing systems across 100+ school facilities to ensure compliance with Ontario Building Code.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues, achieving a 30% reduction in repair downtime for back-flow and pressure irregularities.
- Conducted routine maintenance on boiler and hydronic heating systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Serviced high-efficiency Polaris water heaters alongside other institutional-grade plumbing systems.
- Collaborated with electricians and HVAC technicians to execute system upgrades with minimal disruption.
- Contributed to district-wide water-saving initiatives through strategic fixture upgrades and retrofits.
Plumbing Apprentice
V.A. Reid & Sons Plumbing Contractors Ltd
Markham, Ontario
06.1991 - 02.2002
- Installed and serviced plumbing and heating systems, including fixtures, drains, and water heaters.
- Assisted in repairs and retrofits for residential and commercial projects.
- Collaborated with senior tradespeople to troubleshoot system issues and ensure safety-compliant installations.
Education
Advanced & Intermediate Plumbing Certification -
Durham College
Oshawa, ON01-1995
Basic Level Plumbing Certification -
George Brown College
Toronto, ON01-1993
Skills
- Certified plumber and gas fitter
- Health and safety standards compliance
- Hydronic and boiler systems
- High-efficiency water heater installations
- Drainage system repairs
- Pipefitting and steam installations
- Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
- Custom installation quality assurance
- Ability to read and analyze drawings
- Comfortable working at heights
Certification
- Certificate of Qualifications in the trade of Plumber (306A compliant)
- Certified Gas Fitter 2
- Certified Heights Training
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional
French
Limited
Affiliations
- Home Renovations
- Photography
- Sports
- Fishing
References
Mike Aiezza, Current Supervisor, TCDSB
Cell: 647-220-6976
Gord Thomas, Plumber & Journeyman, York Simcoe Plumbing and Mechanical
Cell: 289-221-2704
Timeline
Plumber & Steamfitter
Toronto Catholic District School Board
03.2002 - Current
Plumbing Apprentice
V.A. Reid & Sons Plumbing Contractors Ltd
06.1991 - 02.2002
Advanced & Intermediate Plumbing Certification -
Durham College
Basic Level Plumbing Certification -
George Brown College
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