Chris Royea
- Age: 20 years
Competitor in Skill: Plumbing and Heating
Country: United States of America
How did you get interested in your skill?
I got interested in my skill by going to the local technical center and toured the plumbing and heating
program. I liked the looks of the program and took 2 years of it.
Where did you do your training for your skill?
I did my training at Barre Technical Center in Barre, Vt
How did you first find out about your Member organization and its programs?
My plumbing and heating teacher Jim Ficken introduced me to the skills organization and programs.
Who influenced you to pursue your skill as a career?
I pushed myself a lot to start a career in plumbing and heating. Jim Ficken was also a big influence in
getting a job in plumbing.
Describe your most memorable moment so far with WorldSkills?
The most memorable part so far has been going on stage at the national competition.
Describe what your experience has been since your involvement with WorldSkills
The experience has been great. I have made a lot of friends and have become less shy.
Did participating in the skills competitions and training for WorldSkills help you progress in your skill? Please describe.
I feel like the training has helped my skill. It has helped me become faster and more efficient with my work. Also it has showed me different materials that I probably wouldn't have ever seen or used.
What do you currently do? Where do you work?
I am currently an apprentice plumber at Vermont Mechanical. I've been with them since I graduated
high school.
What are your future career aspirations? My plans are to become a master plumber and start running work.