Wyatt Kuipers
Thompson,MB
Summary
Skilled at arranging materials and cleaning up debris to maintain smooth job operations. Knowledgeable about repair and maintenance procedures and motivated to learn new processes.
Ambitious Plumbing Apprentice proficient in reading drawings, operating equipment, and monitoring site safety hazards. Dedicated and determined with skills in tool handling and assisting with pipe repair.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Plumbing Apprentice
Meridian Plumbing and heating
Thompson, Manitoba
01.2025 - Current
- Established sequence of installations around obstructions.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Collaborated with contractors on various projects.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Ran tests to check the performance of newly installed plumbing components.
- Read blueprints to determine layout of plumbing systems.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Assisted with pipefitting tasks, including threading pipes and soldering joints.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Maintained tools and equipment in clean, safe condition.
- Assembled fittings such as elbows, tees and valves into a system.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Tested water pressure levels throughout pipelines using gauges.
- Adhered to safety protocols when working around hazardous chemicals or materials.
- Estimated time and material costs to include in project plans.
- Collaborated with team members to complete plumbing projects efficiently.
Plumbing Apprentice
Paul’s Plumbing
Thompson, Manitoba
01.2020 - 07.2024
- Assisted licensed plumbers with installation of piping and fixtures.
- Maintained tools and equipment in clean, safe condition.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure
- work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete plumbing projects efficiently.
- Locate Cleanouts in residential housing and commercial clear sewer and storm drains
- Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
- Replaced faulty valves, faucets, washers, gaskets and seals.
- Assembled fittings such as elbows, tees and valves into a system.
- Worked closely with skilled plumber to repair pipes and fixtures to provide safe water supply.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Learned plumbing codes and regulations to support compliance efforts.
- Observed skilled plumbers during service calls for hands-on training.
- Conducted routine inspections on plumbing systems for proper function.
- Documented daily tasks and materials used for project records.
- Removed old materials from installations prior to replacing them.
- Assisted with pipefitting tasks, including threading pipes and soldering joints.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Connected water supply lines to appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for each job site.
- Set up tools and equipment on job sites and kept work areas neat.
- Maintained cleanliness at work sites throughout the day.
- Repaired broken or defective parts in water supply lines and drainage systems.
- Cut openings in walls for installation of new fixtures or pipes.
- Traced source of leaks in residential and commercial buildings.
- Performed preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Provided assistance in troubleshooting problems with existing systems.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Ran tests to check the performance of newly installed plumbing components.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding service calls.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Tested water pressure levels throughout pipelines using gauges.
- Maintained records of plumbing jobs completed.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Education
3rd Level - Plumbing
Assiniboine Community College
Brandon, MB 01.2021 - 08.2025
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Problem resolution
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Fixture repair
- Basic repairs
- Backflow prevention
- Pump maintenance
- Job site safety
- Plumbing troubleshooting
- Pipe threading
- Water heater maintenance
- Drain cleaning
- Respond to emergencies
Timeline
Plumbing Apprentice
Meridian Plumbing and heating
01.2025 - Current
3rd Level - Plumbing
Assiniboine Community College
01.2021 - 08.2025
Plumbing Apprentice
Paul’s Plumbing
01.2020 - 07.2024
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