Rey Santos
Surrey,BC
Summary
Adaptable and results-driven plumber with a strong work ethic, dedicated to delivering high-quality workmanship for clients. Experienced in installing new fixtures and piping systems for both renovations and new construction projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plumber & Gas Fitter
Piperun Plumbing & Mechanical Ltd.
2015.09 - Current
- Re-piped entire residential suites, ensuring efficient and compliant installation.
- Replaced and retrofitted mechanical rooms, upgrading boilers, piping systems, and pumps.
- Led a team of three, resulting in a cost savings of approximately $3,000 by recommending alternative materials within code requirements that deviated from engineering specifications.
- Worked extensively in boiler rooms, performing piping installations and troubleshooting.
- Mentored and trained four apprentices in plumbing and gas fitting, with two advancing to Red Seal Plumber journeyman status.
- Managed the requisition of tools and equipment, determining appropriate pipe sizes and materials for specific projects.
- Precisely fitted pipes by assessing dimensions, sizes, and configurations required to replace faulty components.
- Delivered emergency plumbing services, installing and repairing fixtures such as toilets, water heaters, and showers.
- Planned and coordinated system shutdowns, adhering to strict time-sensitive schedules.
- Installed gas lines in compliance with regulatory codes and performed thorough leak testing to ensure safety and integrity.
Education
Level 1 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
4064 McConnell Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A811.2016
Level 2 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
4064 McConnell Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A807.2017
Level 3 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
4064 McConnell Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A812.2017
Level 4 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
4064 McConnell Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 3A807.2019
Skills
- Proficient in the use of both hand and power tools
- Expertise in silver and soft soldering
- Threading & grooving techniques
- Knowledgeable in various connection methods, including compression, flare, and adhesive solvent bonding
- Extensive experience in re-piping
- New construction and renovation
- Safety and compliance
- Cooperative team member
- Results-oriented
- Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics
- Works well under pressure
Certification
- Red Seal Plumber (2019)
- Class B Gas Fitting (2019)
Timeline
Plumber & Gas Fitter
Piperun Plumbing & Mechanical Ltd.
2015.09 - Current
Level 1 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
Level 2 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
Level 3 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
Level 4 - Plumbing
Pacific Vocational College
- Red Seal Plumber (2019)
- Class B Gas Fitting (2019)
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