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James Loverock

Spruce Grove,AB

Summary

Hardworking Plumber offers strong knowledge in plumbing and heating systems and diagnosing issues. Well-versed in latest building codes with background in successfully completing residential and commercial projects. Reliable individual with 5+ years of experience in remote communities and camps.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Plumber

Narwhal Plumbing and Heating
Rankin Inlet, NU
03.2023 - 03.2024
  • Installed and maintained plumbing systems to meet customer requirements.
  • Assisted in training apprentices in proper installation methods and safety procedures.
  • Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
  • Worked closely with contractors on large-scale construction projects involving multiple tradespeople.
  • Filled pipes with water or air, observing pressure gauges, and pipes to troubleshoot and locate leaks.
  • Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.

Journeyman Plumber

Nunavut Housing
Igloolik, Cape Dorset, NU
02.2022 - 03.2023
  • Repaired, replaced, and installed pipes, fixtures, and valves in residential and commercial buildings.
  • Cut openings in walls to access existing plumbing lines for repair or replacement.
  • Designed and built hydronic heat systems for home renovations and holding tanks.
  • Repaired and replaced boilers, hot water tanks, furnaces, and their related controls and piping.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to plumbing work.
  • Provided customers with advice about proper care of their plumbing system.

Camp Manager

Matrix Aviation Solutions
Terrace, BC
06.2022 - 10.2022
  • Conducted all maintenance and service of mechanical systems.
  • Filtered water from natural sources using UV, carbon, and sediment filtration
  • Managed guests and staff of up to 120 man remote camp.
  • Coordinated with radio and hand signals for helicopter delivery of supplies.
  • Managed and maintained propane fired commercial kitchen equipment and diesel fired incinerators.

Service Plumber

Baker Lake Contracting and Supplies
Baker Lake, NU
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Installed, repaired, and replaced water heaters, faucets, toilets, pipes, and other fixtures.
  • Responded to emergency service calls regarding plumbing issues.
  • Constructed new piping systems from scratch using materials such as copper tubing or PVC piping.
  • Followed relevant codes, regulations, and safety techniques.
  • Responded to heating issue service calls for oil fired boilers and furnaces

Journeyman Plumber

Sanaqatiit Construction
Okotoks, AB
11.2018 - 01.2020
  • Installed valves, hangars, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Worked closely with contractors on construction projects involving multiple tradespeople.
  • Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
  • Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
  • Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.

Education

Certificate - Leadership For Safety Excellence/Supervisor Safety

Northern Safety Association
Remote/Online
01-2024

Certificate - Confined Space Entry And Monitor

Worksite Safety
Edmonton, AB
11-2023

Certificate - First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

Canadian Red Cross
Edmonton, AB
06-2022

Red Seal - Plumbing

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB
04-2018

Red Seal - Gasfitting Class B

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB
04-2018

Certificate - WHMIS 2015

Employer provided
Edmonton, AB
08-2015

Certificate - Construction Safety Training System

Alberta Construction Safety Association
Edmonton, AB
08-2005

Skills

  • Commercial Construction Experience
  • Blueprint Reading
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Pressure Testing
  • Installation of Natural gas, Propane, and Heating Oil Fired Appliances
  • Controls Operation and Wiring
  • Pipe Fitting Using Welders
  • Mentoring and Training Apprentices
  • Commercial Kitchen Construction and Service
  • Hydronic Heating
  • Pump Installation and Service
  • Holding Tanks and Float Switches for Pumps and Hi/Low Alarms

Timeline

Journeyman Plumber

Narwhal Plumbing and Heating
03.2023 - 03.2024

Camp Manager

Matrix Aviation Solutions
06.2022 - 10.2022

Journeyman Plumber

Nunavut Housing
02.2022 - 03.2023

Service Plumber

Baker Lake Contracting and Supplies
02.2020 - 01.2022

Journeyman Plumber

Sanaqatiit Construction
11.2018 - 01.2020

Certificate - Leadership For Safety Excellence/Supervisor Safety

Northern Safety Association

Certificate - Confined Space Entry And Monitor

Worksite Safety

Certificate - First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

Canadian Red Cross

Red Seal - Plumbing

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Red Seal - Gasfitting Class B

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

Certificate - WHMIS 2015

Employer provided

Certificate - Construction Safety Training System

Alberta Construction Safety Association
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