Jacob Tarasenko

Hospital renovations, Finishing, Domestic water, Heating lines, packing material on a normal 12 hour day.

• Tested for leaks in new and repaired systems to verify functional and safe working condition.
• Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
• Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
• Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
• Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
• Unclogged sinks and toilets for customers using tools and drain cleaners.
• Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
• Safely handled tools and equipment in large-scale projects.
• Responded to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Requested equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and availability of required items.
• Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
• Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
• Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
• Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
• Tested and operated hydraulic and pneumatic equipment for heating and cooling systems.
• Prepared budgets and estimated costs for potential work on piping systems.
• Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects.
• Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
• Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
• Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
• Reviewed blueprints and project specifications to determine correct plumbing solutions.
• Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
• Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
• Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
• Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
• Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.
• Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
• Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.

Operated pavers, rollers, skidsteer and loader mostly operated for paving asphalt.