Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Hobbies & Activities
Timeline
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Blair Proctor

Duncan,British Columbia

Summary

I am a Red Seal Certified Journeyman Metal Fabricator with a well-established work ethic and keen eye for detail.

Seeking an opportunity to bring further success to an organization through knowledge and experience in various hands on trades and technical skilled environments

Adaptive, team player ready to take on new challenges and learn new skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Lead

Heidelberg Materials
Victoria, BC
02.2025 - Current
  • Conducted daily maintenance inspections and identified potential areas of improvement.
  • Ensured that all equipment was functioning properly by conducting regular tests and repairs.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations related to workplace safety standards.
  • Managed the installation, modification, testing and servicing of mechanical systems.
  • Developed cost-effective strategies for the repair and replacement of machinery components.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of parts or supplies needed for maintenance operations.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.

Metal Fabricator

Promac Manufacturing
Duncan, BC
08.2022 - 01.2025
  • Performed welding, grinding and finishing tasks on fabricated equipment
  • Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the specified dimensions, tolerances, and materials necessary for fabrication.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on fabricating machines such as lubrication and cleaning activities.
  • Ran machinery such as CNC Plasma Cutter, CNC Press Brake, Dynamic Balancer and Hydraulic Pump.
  • Assembled bearing housings for Motors
  • Balanced And Assembled cutting disks and arbors
  • Plumbed hydraulic systems for motors
  • Lead on safety committee performing routine safety inspections and improvements

Maintenance Manager

Pacific Truss & Homes
Cobble Hill, BC
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance program by planning and coordinating major scheduled maintenance outages
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Plumbers Helper / Appliance Installer

Mar Inc
Duncan BC, BC
10.2020 - 12.2021
  • Tested appliance operation following installation to make adjustments for optimal performance.
  • Maintained part inventory for on-site installation, maintenance and repair of appliances.
  • Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
  • Installed and replaced water heaters, drain pipes and water supply lines.
  • Helped plumber work efficiently by carrying and organizing supplies, tools and equipment.

Fabricator/Welder

Radian Machine & Metalworks
Saanichton, BC
05.2016 - 01.2021
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas.
  • Plan and lay out work to meet specific drawing requirements.
  • Combine welding techniques, knowledge of metallurgy and engineering requirements to produce quality work.
  • Use skills in; TIG,MIG, Flux Core and Stick welding in appropriate applications.
  • Use machines such as; Mill, Lathe , Drill Press, Bandsaw and handheld power tools.
  • Inspect finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Calculate labour, material and consumable cost to create Job Quotes
  • Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.

Maintenance Technician/Production Supervisor

Vancouver Island Brewing
Victoria, BC
07.2012 - 05.2016

Maintenance Technician

  • Diagnosed problems with packaging equipment, refrigeration, and air systems, using  troubleshooting abilities.
  • Performed routine inspection and maintenance of equipment
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs in a safe and accurate manner.
  • Used fabricating and welding skills to perform repairs on equipment.
  • Processed work orders and prioritized jobs.


Production Supervisor

  • Directed and motivated a 12-person team of production staff
  • Reviewed production orders, schedules, delivery dates and inventory levels to determine product availability.
  • Established and adjusted work procedures to meet production schedules.
  • Was a main member of the company safety committee where safety policies and procedures were created and implemented.

Production Crew

Vancouver Island Brewing
Victoria, BC
02.2011 - 07.2012
  • Set up equipment for packaging
  • Inspected and maintained quality of finished product. 
  • Carried out daily cleaning routine to a Food Safety level. 
  • Organized and prepared materials needed for production days. 
  • Maintained physical fitness to stand for long hours, bend and reach with ease and lift up to 75 pounds without assistance
  • Achieved production goals by working with speed and accuracy
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine production requirements

Education

High School Diploma -

Mount Douglas Secondary
Victoria, BC
2010

Red Seal - Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Camosun College Interurban Campus
Victoria, BC

St Johns Ambulance

WorkSafeBC (Victoria)
Victoria, BC

Skills

    Troubleshooting faults
    Organizational skills

    Organizational skills
    Troubleshooting
    Analytical

    Good oral and written communication

    Proficient with Computer/Software

    Welding in various types of applications

    Metal working

    Job Safety

    Business development experience

Accomplishments

Played in high level soccer up until age 21 as a Team Captain

Won provincial championship in High school football at Mount Doug High

References

References can be available upon request

Hobbies & Activities

Live a healthy and Active lifestyle.

Alcohol & Drug Free.

Timeline

Maintenance Lead

Heidelberg Materials
02.2025 - Current

Metal Fabricator

Promac Manufacturing
08.2022 - 01.2025

Maintenance Manager

Pacific Truss & Homes
02.2022 - 09.2022

Plumbers Helper / Appliance Installer

Mar Inc
10.2020 - 12.2021

Fabricator/Welder

Radian Machine & Metalworks
05.2016 - 01.2021

Maintenance Technician/Production Supervisor

Vancouver Island Brewing
07.2012 - 05.2016

Production Crew

Vancouver Island Brewing
02.2011 - 07.2012

High School Diploma -

Mount Douglas Secondary

Red Seal - Metal Fabricator (Fitter)

Camosun College Interurban Campus

St Johns Ambulance

WorkSafeBC (Victoria)
Blair Proctor