Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Troy  Hocken

Troy Hocken

Huapai,AUK

Summary

23 plus years in fire sprinkler installation, having worked on significant projects across the country, including bayfair mall,the crossing mall,numerous supermarkets,and many dairy factories , have undertaken many different pump installation projects, hydrant and other related services,roles also have included the training of staff and mentoring, when running larger jobs I was overseeing multiple contractors ,

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1

Level 4 fixed fire protection

Work History

Senior sprinkler Fitter

Spec Fire
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Streamlined inventory management processes for increased efficiency in acquiring necessary materials for each project.
  • Checked quality of personal and team workmanship to provide best service and safest systems to customers.
  • Installed sprinkler systems into new and existing buildings.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
  • Collaborated with project managers, architects, and engineers for seamless integration of sprinkler systems into building designs.
  • Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively on various types of projects including new construction sites, retrofits, and emergency repairs in diverse environments.

Senior sprinkler tech

Ultra fire
Tauranga
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Ran onsite day to day works, Including supervision of 20 plus contractors

Sprinkler tech

Argus Fire Systems Services
Tauranga
03.2019 - 01.2021
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Total fire, as total, fire solutions
Tauranga
01.2001 - 01.2019

Worked for Chris Merwood under these companies, starting as an assistant, then moving forward to becoming a senior technician, having completed many years as a service technician, my roles over the years encompassing training of staff, estimating service jobs, completion of work, timely and efficient running of many projects,

Education

School Cert -

Whangamata Area School, Whangamata, WKO

Skills

  • Hand and power tools
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Piping specifications
  • Layout planning
  • Grooved Pipe Assembly
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Pressure testing
  • Decision-Making
  • Quality control measures
  • Plumbing knowledge
  • Project management abilities
  • Documentation skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Equipment testing
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Threaded pipe assembly
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Pipe installation expertise
  • Safety Protocols
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Safety regulation adherence
  • Systems testing
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Problem-Solving
  • Commercial and residential jobs
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Remodels and new construction
  • Piping installation
  • Fire protection
  • Skilled with both hand and power tools
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Mentoring and Coaching
  • Blueprints and Specifications
  • Pump Installation
  • Code Compliance
  • Fire protection installation

Certification

Level 4 fixed fire protection

Timeline

Senior sprinkler Fitter - Spec Fire
03.2023 - 02.2024
Senior sprinkler tech - Ultra fire
03.2021 - 03.2023
Sprinkler tech - Argus Fire Systems Services
03.2019 - 01.2021
Fire Sprinkler Technician - Total fire, as total, fire solutions
01.2001 - 01.2019
Whangamata Area School - School Cert,
Troy Hocken