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Community Leadership
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Ron Girard

Gibsons,BC

Summary

Dependable Journeyman Plumber, dedicated team player and top performer consistently meeting project deadlines and budget goals. Knowledgeable about the importance of quality work and preventive maintenance. Over 35+ years of experience in residential and commercial plumbing. Personable Plumber possessing strong work ethic and desire to provide quality workmanship to residential customers. Experienced installer of new fixtures and piping systems for renovations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Plumber

Suncoast Plumbing

Senior Journeyman Plumber

West Howe Sound Plumbing
02.2003 - Current
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Interpreted blueprints to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
  • Offered guidance and training to junior team members. Personally supplied apprenticeship training to new recruits
  • Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
  • Secured rising mains and boiler piping to structural supports in new construction and remodeling projects. A Master in floor radiant heating installer in large industrial & smaller new build
  • Obtained precise results by performing accurate hydrotesting.
  • Inspected structures to avoid any obstruction and delays throughout project.
  • Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
  • Managed job site hazards by accurately locating biohazards, low-grade radiation and chemicals.
  • Complied with Provincial plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
  • Read blueprints to determine appropriate materials and procedures for each project.
  • Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains, natural gas, fire systems and backflow preventers.
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.

Manager, Owner, Operator

Girard Plumbing
01.1992 - 12.2003
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members including apprenticeship training opportunities
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Analyzed and measured final products with precision tools to confirm compliance to specifications and standards.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.

Journeyman Plumber

Seaside Plumbing Ltd.
Sunshine Coast, BC
1981 - 1987
  • Assisted licensed plumbers in installation and repair of plumbing systems.
  • Installed plumbing systems and fixtures in residential and commercial properties.
  • Followed safety practices and procedures to reduce on-site risks.
  • Inspected and tested existing plumbing systems for compliance with building codes.
  • Worked from drawings, sketches, or verbal instructions to install and modify plumbing systems.
  • Family Business apprenticed during Journeyman training at BCIT for 4 years. Then worked with Father until 1987 as Journeyman Plumber.
  • Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and diagrams to verify project measurements and specifications.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - 1st Year General

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC

Journeyman Plumbing Certification - Plumbing And Pipe Trades Foundation

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC

High School Diploma -

Elphinstone Secondary School
Gibsons, BC
06.1975

Skills

  • Pipefitting Processes Expertise
  • Licensed Pipefitter
  • Blueprints and Schematics
  • Project Planning
  • Estimate Preparation
  • Construction Operations
  • Heavy Labor
  • Project Estimation and Bidding
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Job Site Evaluation
  • Pipeline Layout Design
  • Water Heater Installation
  • Drain Cleaning
  • Custom Plumbing Systems Specialist
  • Air and Water Piping Systems
  • Emergency Response
  • Good Mechanical Aptitude
  • Construction Management
  • Licensed Journeyman Plumber
  • Following Safety Practices
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Septic System Installation
  • Creative Solutions
  • Blueprints
  • Remodels and New Construction
  • Staff Management
  • Cooperative Team Member
  • Applicable Local Codes
  • Residential Construction
  • Water Conservation Equipment
  • Project Drawings
  • Energy Reduction
  • Locating Underground Utilities
  • Inspect Systems
  • Plumbing

Community Leadership

Have been a Coach to many Sunshine Coast Youth & High School Teams over the years. Baseball, Basketball

Youth Addictions Counsellor for 15 years

Lions Club

West Howe Sound Community Association current Chair

Former Town Councillor for 2 Terms Town of Gibsons

Was paramount in the development of Winegarden Waterfront Park project, Gibsons Revitalization Project in late '90's, & the Aquifer Project.

Timeline

Senior Journeyman Plumber

West Howe Sound Plumbing
02.2003 - Current

Manager, Owner, Operator

Girard Plumbing
01.1992 - 12.2003

Journeyman Plumber

Seaside Plumbing Ltd.
1981 - 1987

Some College (No Degree) - 1st Year General

University of British Columbia

Journeyman Plumbing Certification - Plumbing And Pipe Trades Foundation

British Columbia Institute of Technology

High School Diploma -

Elphinstone Secondary School

Journeyman Plumber

Suncoast Plumbing

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