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Nicholas Barnes

Conception Bay South,NL

Summary

Motivated Apprentice with expertise using equipment, hand tools and power tools to complete tasks quickly and accurately. Committed to bringing hardworking mentality and mechanical skills to workplace. Flexible individual willing to work long hours. I am Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Plumbing/Pipefitter position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

I am dedicated to working towards Achieving my Journeymans certification.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

2nd Year Commercial Plumbing Apprentice

Newfound Mechanical Ltd.
03.2022 - Current
  • Increased efficiency by collaborating with Co-workers to install, assemble and repair piping systems in various construction projects.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality. Interpreting blueprints, sketches, and specifications to accurately plan pipefitting installations.
  • Efficient with pipe system modifications, including cutting, threading, soldering components as needed while maintaining high-quality standards through consistent attention to detail according to building code requirements.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and calculating required materials for each project, minimizing waste.
  • Work with various types of pipes such as PVC, copper, steel, cast iron among others.
  • Utilized specialized tools and equipment for precise pipefitting processes, ensuring optimal results for each project.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
  • Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
  • Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
  • Requested equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and availability of required items.
  • Followed safety practices with tools and general behaviors to prevent accidents and safeguard equipment.
  • Enhanced team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work environment for plumbing tasks.
  • Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training while working in large scale projects.

Residential Construction

Noseworthy Construction
04.2019 - 06.2021
  • Supported the successful execution of large-scale projects by adopting a flexible work schedule and willingly taking on additional responsibilities when needed.
  • Increased project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials for various carpentry tasks.
  • Safely operated power tools like saws, drills, sanders, routers consistently throughout each project while minimizing waste materials generated during production processes effectively reducing overall expenses incurred during execution phase
  • Performed demolition tasks as needed, carefully removing existing structures and materials while preserving the work area.
  • Constructed sturdy scaffolding for use on various projects, ensuring a safe working environment .
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors. Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials. Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and moldings. Built and hung custom doors and frames and much more.

Education

Pipe Fitting / 2nd Year Plumbing - Plumbing And Pipe Trades Foundation

College of The North Atlantic And Academy Canada
St Johns, NL
2022

Skills

  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Soldering
  • Pump installation experience
  • Commercial plumbing systems
  • Fixture Installation
  • Pipe cutting
  • Hydronic Heating Systems
  • DWV
  • Core Drilling
  • Codes Compliance
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Piping installation
  • Threading/Grooving pipe
  • Victalic fitting
  • Waterlines/ Condensation lines
  • Hanger Installation
  • Detail Oriented
  • Problem-Solving
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Self Motivation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Material prepping
  • Time management abilities
  • Follows direction Well

Languages

English

Certification

First Aid certificate

WHIMIS certificate

Timeline

2nd Year Commercial Plumbing Apprentice

Newfound Mechanical Ltd.
03.2022 - Current

Residential Construction

Noseworthy Construction
04.2019 - 06.2021

Pipe Fitting / 2nd Year Plumbing - Plumbing And Pipe Trades Foundation

College of The North Atlantic And Academy Canada

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