Mark Farrell
Summary
Dependable professional with 25+ years experience installing, maintaining, and repairing heating systems, plumbing, and bathroom installations. Ensures equipment safety and performance through thorough inspections and corrections. Committed to delivering quality and maintaining a professional demeanor.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Gas Installer/Heating Technician
Farrell and Teeling Limited
Dublin, Kildare, Meath, Westmeath, Cavan, Louth
2010.08 - Current
- Implemented and monitored compliance with Gas Safety protocols for installation.
- Performed inspections, diagnoses and services on residential heating systems.
- Educated customers on how to properly operate their heating systems.
- Resolved customer issues related to heating systems in a timely manner.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment and components.
- Replaced compressors, evaporator coils and fan motors as necessary.
- Installed new furnaces and other components of the system.
- Adhered to all applicable codes when installing or repairing HVAC equipment.
- Provided customers with technical advice regarding their heating systems.
- Adjusted gas pressure settings for optimal performance.
- Monitored safety regulations while performing maintenance tasks.
- Managed accurate documentation of service calls and repairs to uphold customer satisfaction.
- Verified accurate calibration of tools prior to use.
- Test-operated repaired equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Ensured effective communication with clients when explaining the scope of provided services.
- Enhanced efficiency levels through the consistent maintenance of burners, blowers, coils, filters, and condensate drains.
- Identified and resolved issues with electrical circuits, wiring diagrams, motors, thermostats and controls.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts in heating units as needed.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired heating systems.
- Performed emergency repairs on HVAC systems to restore heating and cooling services in critical situations.
- Advised customers on energy-saving measures and upgrades for older HVAC systems to improve efficiency.
- Provided technical support and guidance to clients on the operation and maintenance of their HVAC systems.
- Coordinated with contractors and construction teams on new installations and major repair projects.
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction.
- Diagnosed and repaired faults in HVAC systems, including substandard installations, electrical issues, and mechanical failures.
QA/QC Welding Inspector
Suir Engineering
Kildare, Dublin
2003.03 - 2010.06
- Provided guidance to enhance product quality through proper welding techniques.
- Performed radiographic testing on welds in accordance with ASME Section V Code requirements.
- Contributed to the development of welding procedure specifications for new products and components.
- Maintained accurate records of inspection results according to company policies and procedures.
- Performed root cause analysis investigations when necessary due to customer complaints or defective parts.
- Investigated non-conformance issues related to welding operations and identified corrective actions as needed.
- Verified that all welding processes are performed in accordance with the approved procedures and specifications.
- Identified welding defects, including porosity, cracks, incomplete fusion and penetration, undercut, slag inclusion, misalignment and warping.
Plumber/Pipe Fitter
Jones Engineering
Dublin,Meath,Louth,Kildare
1997.01 - 2003.03
- Skilled in connecting gas lines to various appliances including stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, and furnaces.
- Conducted on-site visits to assess customer requirements and provide repair job estimates.
- Executed tests on newly implemented systems to guarantee optimal performance prior to concluding projects.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by following protocols in high-risk settings, such as gas lines.
- Provided customers with recommendations on repairs, replacements, and upgrades of plumbing utilities.
- Assembled and secured a wide variety of metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings, and pipes.
- Managed project bids by assembling required materials, manpower, and machinery.
- Verified the integrity and accuracy of piping systems through rigorous testing with water and air pressure.
- Conducted walk-throughs of completed systems to ensure compliance with coding standards.
- Analyzed architectural blueprints and supplementary documents to ascertain required tools and optimal order of installation.
- Accommodated pipe and pipe fittings by cutting openings in walls and floors.
- Provided supervision and performance evaluations for staff.
- Utilized testing techniques to locate leaks, malfunctions, and repair needs in plumbing systems.
- Expertly operated cutting torches, saws, and threading machines to cut and bevel piping.
- Successfully performed pipe cutting and fitting based on designated dimensions.
- Analyzed blueprints and conducted inspections to determine the necessary materials, equipment requirements, installation sequence, and techniques for pipe placement while accounting for any obstacles.
- Achieved precise execution of pipe fabrication, installation, and fitting in accordance with defined specifications.
- Successfully prepared pipes of varying sizes and lengths for efficient installation.
- Conducted thorough inspections of worksites to identify obstructions, unsafe conditions, and crew errors.
- Utilized task-specific tools to enhance piping systems during preventive maintenance.
- Achieved optimal regulation of pressure and volume in pipe systems through the installation of automated controls.
- Applied specialized welding techniques along with computer-assisted fabrication for welding of piping.
- Conducted routine maintenance by shutting down streams of gases or liquids from pipes.
- Created scale drawings of pipe systems and supports using blueprints.
- Maintained detailed records of all work performed including material used and time required for each job.
- Welded pipes in accordance with industry standards, using a variety of welding techniques.
- Developed solutions for complex problems related to pipe layout design.
- Repaired and maintained existing pipe systems.
Education
Registered Gas Installer - Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
Safe Energy Ireland
Dublin2012-08
Tech Eng - Metallurgical Engineering
TWI Cambridge
Cambridge2012-08
Master Plumber/Plumber With Merit - Plumbing Technology
Solas Ireland
Dublin Ireland2001-03
Skills
- Heating Equipment Commissioning
- Full heating system installation/upgrades
- Adherence to Industry Compliance legislation
- Attention to Detail and adherence to Industry Best practices
- Pre-installation Site Prep
- System repairs
- Following safety practices
Timeline
Registered Gas Installer/Heating Technician
Farrell and Teeling Limited
2010.08 - Current
QA/QC Welding Inspector
Suir Engineering
2003.03 - 2010.06
Plumber/Pipe Fitter
Jones Engineering
1997.01 - 2003.03
Registered Gas Installer - Heating, Ventilation, Air-Conditioning, and Refrigeration Technology
Safe Energy Ireland
Tech Eng - Metallurgical Engineering
TWI Cambridge
Master Plumber/Plumber With Merit - Plumbing Technology
Solas Ireland
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