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HENRY G. O’BRIAN

Kitchener Waterloo,ON

Summary

Solid background in the plumbing profession as it relates to training and experience. Work on a variety of projects through my over 20 years’ of experience A very good team player and willing to relocate should the situation arise. Looking to enhance my skills as a professional maintenance technician.

Results-driven professional prepared for this role with strong background in achieving high-impact outcomes. Skilled in problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication. Known for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving needs. Adept at utilizing analytical skills and innovative solutions to drive success.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Complete Development Solution
  • Jamaica Installation of Water Heater, water pumps, dish washers and washing machines Installation of water closets, lavatory basins, valves, and faucets. Construction of inspection chamber, water tank/gravity feed installations Blue-print interpretation and supervision for laborer, masons, and carpenters. Designs for re-modelling and erection of baths and kitchens, also floors and wall tiling

Plumber

Westport Housing Complex
  • Plumbing installations, repairs, and maintenance for 450 Unit Housing complex. Installation of fixtures, cleaning of traps and drains. Installation of water closets, lavatory basin, valves, and faucets

Moms Love Early Childhood Development Centre
  • Mix, apply and spread plaster, concrete, mortar, cement, mastic glue or other adhesive to form a bed for the tile using brush trowel and screed.
  • Apply mortar to tile back, position the tile and press or tap with mallet to affix tile to base
  • Level concrete and allow to dry
  • Prepare surface for tiling by attaching lath or waterproof paper, or by applying mortar coat on to a metal screen.
  • Remove and replace crack or damage tile
  • Assist customers in selection of tile and grout

Journey Man Tile Setter
01.2018
  • Cut and straighten tile using levels squares and straight edges
  • Lay and set mosaic tiles to create decorative wall mural and floor design
  • Prepare cast and labor estimates based on calculations of time and materials needed for the project.
  • Measure and mark surfaces to be tiled, finish and dress joints and wipe excess grout from between tiles using damp sponge

Pro-Western Mechanical
- Current
  • HVAC
  • Condensate piping
  • Water piping
  • Gas line
  • Wet venting (drainage)

Work Experience

Institute of Jamaica
01.2000 - 01.2020

Apprentice Plumber

Jackson's Plumbing
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Domestic and commercial plumbing installations and repairs.
  • Grading of trench for below ground drainage
  • Maintenance of fixtures, cleaning of traps and drains
  • Installation of water closets, lavatory basins, jacuzzi and water pumps.

Education

Diploma - Plumbing Technician

Sheridan College Davis Campus
09.2024

Statement of Competence - Tile Setting

HEART - NTA Academy
Portmore, St. Catherine
01.2008

Certificate of Competence - Plumbing

National Vocational Qualification - International (NCTVET)
05.2003

Certificate of Competence - Plumbing

National Vocational Qualification
07.2000

Certification - Plumbing & Pipe Fitting

01.2000

Certification - Plumbing & Pipe Fitting

01.1994

Skills

  • Critical Thinking/Problem Solving - in association with theoretical knowledge competence Two-year Plumbing Technician Diploma at Sheridan College, Level 1 and 2 National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica (NVQJ) and with the HEART Trust NSTA
  • Creativity - Draw rough sketches of possible designs for customers to forecast outcomes
  • Flexibility - in working under pressure to meet deadlines and working in adverse conditions
  • Teamwork/Leadership skills - the ability to work with others in achieving one common goal With experience of hiring skilled individuals to complete tasks as well as teach hired individuals to execute simple to hard tasks to achieve desired results expressed by customers
  • Negotiation - Prepare labor costs and estimates based on calculation of time and materials needed for the project while considering the customers budget and desired plans
  • First aider-Certificate of competence
  • Working at Heights Certificate

Languages

English

Timeline

Journey Man Tile Setter
01.2018

Work Experience

Institute of Jamaica
01.2000 - 01.2020

Apprentice Plumber

Jackson's Plumbing
01.1994 - 01.1995

Complete Development Solution

Plumber

Westport Housing Complex

Moms Love Early Childhood Development Centre

Pro-Western Mechanical
- Current

Statement of Competence - Tile Setting

HEART - NTA Academy

Certification - Plumbing & Pipe Fitting

Certification - Plumbing & Pipe Fitting

Diploma - Plumbing Technician

Sheridan College Davis Campus

Certificate of Competence - Plumbing

National Vocational Qualification - International (NCTVET)

Certificate of Competence - Plumbing

National Vocational Qualification
HENRY G. O’BRIAN