Plumber Apprentice Resume

A plumber apprentice has to learn the plumbing skills by working under the supervision of a skilled plumber. As per the nature of the job, the apprentice is expected to develop skills by working on the job. It is also compulsory for the person to be registered by a government agency to practice the plumbing skills. Further, knowledge of local, state and federal plumbing codes is also required for the job. Some employers also ask for basic knowledge of electrical wiring. Further, experience in installing and repairing pipelines, and leaky faucets are required as well.

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Plumber Apprentice Resume Example

Career Objective:

A plumbing apprentice position with a contractor to apply my on-job training skills and knowledge of plumbing codes to handle plumbing issues.

Summary of Skills:

• Skilled in reading blueprints and drafting plumbing layouts
• Experienced in installing house-hold appliances
• Expert in repairing and installing piping systems
• Skilled in fixing and replacing leaky faucets
• Adept in solving problems related to plumbing systems
• Knowledge of electrical wiring
• Physically fit to make use of drilling machines as required
• Ability to operate hand tools and grasp new skills

Work Experience:

Plumber Apprentice
Orchid Construction Inc., Lufkin, TX
December 2012 - Present

• Study plumbing layouts and use of clamps, couplings, screws, bolts, caulking, cement, and plastic as necessary for pipe assembling
• Install pipe assemblies, dishwashers, sinks, toilets, and wash basins
• Use power tools to cut openings in structures for accommodating pipe fittings
• Use pressure gauges to detect and locate leaks and fix them
• Use rulers to measure the pipe installation position
• Measure, cut and bend pipe as required using power tools
• Replace defective faucets and broken pipes
• Provide steel supports on walls and ceilings to hold pipes in place
• Dig ditches and install underground water piping and sanitary systems
• Follow building codes in installing and repairing water pipe systems

Plumber Apprentice
Paradise Construction, Lufkin, TX
February 2010 to November 2012
Designation: Plumber Helper

• Assisted in the installation, repairing, and maintenance of plumbing systems
• Dig trenches for new pipeline and installed hardware for showers and toilets
• Studied building plans, inspected structures, and determined the material and equipment needs
• Prepared work estimation on plumbing work for clients' approval
• Installed, piping, valves, appliances and wiring systems
• Performed minor fabrication work like welding small pipes
• Planned daily work by maintaining a log sheet
• Cleared debris after completing work

Education:

• High School Diploma
  Flair High School, Lufkin, TX
  2009
• Certification in Plumbing
  ABC Technical College, Lufkin, TX
  2010

References:

On request.