Knowledgeable Apprentice Plumber with hands-on experience in residential and commercial plumbing projects. Team player with proven ability to support senior plumbers in installation, repair, and maintenance tasks, ensuring high-quality workmanship. Demonstrated proficiency in pipe fitting and troubleshooting, consistently maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Plumber
Masterson Mechanical
11.2023 - 04.2025
Assisted licensed plumbers in installation and repair of plumbing systems; Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
Completed install / service calls independently & with team members.
Gained experience with Jobber software: creating quotes, taking notes / photos of jobsites and repairs made, contacting customers, billing, scheduling, etc.
Gained experience in variety of locations and job types including property management for condos, rentals of different sizes. Also renovations, repair and maintenance of schools, churches, restaurants, residential, etc.
Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
Used pipe wrenches, saws, drills & other tools safely to execute basic and complex plumbing tasks.
Maintained clean workspaces during all phases of projects, upholding company image while promoting a culture of professionalism within the team.
Unclogged drains and replaced faulty fixtures to restore functionality to customer plumbing.
Demonstrated adaptability in various work environments, from residential to commercial projects, successfully meeting diverse client needs.
Increased overall work quality by regularly collaborating with colleagues to share knowledge and expertise in specialized areas of plumbing practice.
Safeguarded customer property from damage during repairs or installations through diligent care and attention to detail around worksites.
Removed old sinks, toilets, and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition. Assisted with drain cleaning / flushing using different types of equipment.
Advanced professional development through continuous learning about new tools, techniques, and industry best practices: WAH, FA, Misc training @ suppliers, misc online, etc.
Attended trade shows and home reno shows in Ottawa as a company rep with coworkers; answered questions from the general public and other contractors about services offered.
Apprentice Plumber
Out Of This World Plumbing
08.2022 - 11.2022
Assisted licensed plumbers with a variety of calls for installation and repair of residential plumbing systems in the Ottawa region.
Learned about, helped service and install primarily residential plumbing, including HWT, toilets, vanity & lav, dishwashers, some water treatment, rough in & finishing for showers/tubs, some drain augering & inspections, demo concrete to replace/install drainage, sump pumps, main water shutoffs, etc.
Expanded trade knowledge by attending training / staff meetings / completing online skills training for new apprentices.
Received / delivered parts & cleaned shop on occasional slow days.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Introduced to Service Titan fleet management software which helped keep detailed records shared with customers for each job. Also used Blue Collar Success sales training and Interplay skills development software.
Kept work truck clean, stocked and organized, drive when possible to save licensed techs time filling out paperwork.
Plumber Assistant
McNamee Kilpatrick Plumbing & Heating
09.2021 - 07.2022
Assisted licensed service plumber with mostly residential & some commercial calls in Perth and surrounding areas.
Kept work truck clean, stocked and organized.
Learned about, helped service and install primarily residential rural plumbing systems including water softeners, UV & media water filtration, reverse osmosis under sink systems, some wells, septic, etc.
Unclogged drains and replaced faulty fixtures to restore functionality to customer plumbing.
Assisted with core drilling and general help for senior plumbers and HVAC techs on Lanark Lifestyles expansion commercial jobsite in Perth.
Occasionally helped HVAC techs with service / installation of HWTs, boilers, furnaces, rooftop air filtration, etc.
Received / delivered parts & cleaned shop on slow days.
Researched and sourced uncommon plumbing cartridges / parts and contacted suppliers for replacement options.
Driver / Receiver
Habitat For Humanity ReStore
03.2018 - 03.2020
Safely operated a 5-ton moving truck around Ottawa with an assistant to pick up various residential and commercial donations of appliances, furniture, tools, construction materials, etc.
Planned routes and review pickup schedule before heading out each day.
Maintained frequent communication with staff, management and donors to help avoid delays & misunderstandings.
Assessed road conditions, quality of goods, potential hazards at pickup locations while keeping safety a top priority to avoid injuries. Rescheduled pickup or politely declined donations when necessary.
Acted as receiver and in store sales associate when necessary; Assisted donors and customers - completing/evaluating donations and answering questions.
Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance. Kept work areas clean, safe and organized.
Loaded and unloaded boxes and pallets using safe operating procedures and correct equipment.
Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
Ward Aide & Housekeeper
Queensway Carleton Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2011
Demonstrated strong organizational and time-management skills while providing support services that promote patient-focused care.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with different teams of nurses, doctors, patients and staff.
Excelled in roles across departments including Medicine, OR, Surgery and Environmental Services.
Assisted medical staff with various requests and duties: moving patients, meal delivery/changes, room transfers and discharges, answering patient questions in friendly and professional manner, stocking equipment & supplies, delivery of lab samples, cleaning equipment and patient rooms, assess and repair equipment when needed, etc.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.