Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
References
Timeline
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Austin McKenzie

Fruitvale,BC

Summary

Highly motivated and professional second year pipefitter apprentice. Proficient knowledge in industry settings repairing and maintaining a variety of complex systems. I am a courage Safety Leader striving to promote safe behaviors, work practices, and work environments. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with proven ability to work independently and as part of a team . My tenure at Cims Ltd. as a Pipefitter Apprentice showcased my dedication to quality workmanship and my ability to creatively solve problems. Skilled in flange installation and an effective team player, I've significantly contributed to project successes through critical thinking and a commitment to learning.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

United Association of Journeymen & Apprentices

Local 170 Plumbing & Pipefitting Industry
07.2023 - Current
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
  • Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
  • Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
  • Active Member # 2791476

Pipefitter Apprentice

Cims Ltd.
07.2023 - 06.2024
    • Streamlined processes through effective time management strategies prioritizing daily tasks based on project deadlines and priorities.
    • Increased workplace safety through diligent inspection and testing of installed pipe systems for leaks or defects.
    • Assisted in troubleshooting issues encountered during the installation process, applying problem-solving skills to resolve challenges promptly.
    • Identified equipment and production non-compliance issues and notified foreman to facilitate resolution.
    • ZPL autoclaver rebuild @ Teck Metals Ltd.
    • Fabricated and assembled spools in Roasters.
    • Fabricated stainless tubing for instrumentation.
    • Replacing gaskets and lines on steam systems in Roasters.
    • Replaced pipe and victaulic cou0plings on high line at E/M.
    • Kivcet shutdown 2024, threading pipe, installation of ABS spools and pipe.
    • Assist fabrication and installing boiler tubes, grinding and beveling various sizes of carbon and stainless steel pipes.
    • Installed plumbing to washing machines, toilets, sinks, and boot washers.

Pipefitter Apprentice

West Kootenay Mechanical Ltd.
09.2021 - 09.2022
    • Increased workplace safety through diligent inspection and testing of installed pipe systems for leaks or defects.
    • Trail Memorial Arena, install PVC roof drains, repaired boiler systems.
    • Trail Aquatic Centre, ABS/PVC pool drain filter work, installation of boiler systems.
    • Trail Regional Hospital, read and followed design specification layout and assembled piping systems for medical gas, installation of fuel piping to back up generators including threading 600 feet of line with multiple joints and hangers.
    • Threaded pipes using piping machines.

Education

Completion of Level 1 Pipefitting in Level 2 - Pipefitting

UA Piping Industry College of British Columbia
Delta, BC

Completion of Foundations Level 1 Millwright -

Selkirk College
Castlegar, BC

High School Diploma -

JL Crowe Secondary School
Trail, BC
06.2021

Skills

  • Flange installation/ pipe threading
  • Hand and power tools
  • Pipe hanger installation
  • Safety orientated
  • Willing to learn and take direction
  • Dedicated to quality workmanship
  • Prepared for demanding workload
  • Creative problem solver/ critical thinker
  • Active listener
  • Team player

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Confined space
  • WHIMIS
  • Active ITA # 823746
  • Class 5 with airbrakes
  • Teck Metals Ltd. induction

References

Jeremy Purdy

Cims Ltd. / Supervisor

250-304-8164


Jeff Balfour

West Kootenay Mechanical Ltd./Foreman

250-304-8260


Gary Nutini

Pack Horse Outfitters Owner/Operator

250-368-1900


Timeline

United Association of Journeymen & Apprentices

Local 170 Plumbing & Pipefitting Industry
07.2023 - Current

Pipefitter Apprentice

Cims Ltd.
07.2023 - 06.2024

Pipefitter Apprentice

West Kootenay Mechanical Ltd.
09.2021 - 09.2022

Completion of Level 1 Pipefitting in Level 2 - Pipefitting

UA Piping Industry College of British Columbia

Completion of Foundations Level 1 Millwright -

Selkirk College

High School Diploma -

JL Crowe Secondary School
  • Confined space
  • WHIMIS
  • Active ITA # 823746
  • Class 5 with airbrakes
  • Teck Metals Ltd. induction
Austin McKenzie