Derek Hackson
Calgary,AB
Summary
Adept at piping installation and showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities, I significantly enhanced workplace safety and project efficiency at ABMS LTD. My expertise spans commercial construction and gas piping, underpinned by a proven track record in leading teams to complete complex projects on time and within budget, ensuring high customer satisfaction and compliance with local codes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Plumber and Gasfitter
Imagine Plumbing and Appliance
04.2019 - Current
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
Plumber
Mystique Mechanical
02.2014 - 07.2020
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Plumbing Foreman
Petrin Mechanical
09.2011 - 02.2014
- Performed skilled pipefitting tasks using a variety of materials including copper, PVC, cast iron, and stainless steel piping systems.
- Resolved complex plumbing issues through effective troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair strategies.
- Leveraged expertise in blueprint reading and interpretation to ensure accurate implementation of plumbing system designs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of existing plumbing systems for renovation projects, recommending upgrades or replacements as necessary.
- Supervised installation, maintenance and repair of plumbing systems and related appurtenances.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
- Understood [Location] city plumbing codes and interpreted architectural and mechanical drawings.
- Reduced material waste and costs by efficiently tracking inventory levels and ordering supplies as needed.
Plumber Foreman
ABMS LTD
09.2006 - 08.2011
- Spearheaded initiatives that resulted in improved workplace safety culture among crew members, leading to fewer accidents onsite.
- Improved job efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures in plumbing projects.
- Reduced project completion time through effective delegation of tasks and efficient resource utilization.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction ratings with prompt resolution of issues and proactive communication.
- Proactively identified potential issues during project planning stages through thorough assessment of blueprints, minimizing delays due to unforeseen complications.
- Mentored junior team members in advanced plumbing techniques for continued professional growth within the organization.
- Managed complex plumbing projects from conception to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
Plumbing Apprentice
Hoover Mechanical
09.2006 - 08.2011
- 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.
- Safely handled tools and equipment in large-scale projects.
- Assisted master plumbers with complex projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines.
- Mastered various types of piping materials and their appropriate applications, improving overall project outcomes.
Education
Journeyman Certificate Plumbing And Gasfitting - Plumbing And Gasfitting
Sait
Calgary, AB12-2006
Skills
- Piping installation
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Plumbing
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Remodels and new construction
- Pipe installation expertise
- Commercial construction experience
- Gas piping
- Fixture repair
- Problem-solving abilities
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Plumber and Gasfitter
Imagine Plumbing and Appliance
04.2019 - Current
Plumber
Mystique Mechanical
02.2014 - 07.2020
Plumbing Foreman
Petrin Mechanical
09.2011 - 02.2014
Plumber Foreman
ABMS LTD
09.2006 - 08.2011
Plumbing Apprentice
Hoover Mechanical
09.2006 - 08.2011
Journeyman Certificate Plumbing And Gasfitting - Plumbing And Gasfitting
Sait
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