Plumbing apprentice
Phoenix Plumbing & Heating Contractors Ltd
Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Attended West College Scotland where I learnt about Health & Safety and basic plumbing skills. Correct and safe use of tools and equipment.
- Handled installation and maintenance work in domestic and commercial buildings.
- Measured, threaded and jointed piping to create desired layouts.
- Installed plumbing and heating systems and executed tests to verify functionality.
- Measured, cut, bent and threaded piping into correct configurations.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters and drills on daily basis.
- Used pressure gauges, hydrostatic testing and observations to assess system functionality.
- Dismantled and cleaned piping and fixtures to remove dirt.
- Assessed pressures in piping using gauges, tests and observations.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviours and equipment operation.
- Cleaned and tidied work sites after job completion.
- Cut and welded piping, fittings and fixtures to match required dimensions.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.