Blake Kennedy
Lethbridge,AB
Summary
Hardworking and safety-conscious laborer with hands-on experience in high-risk industrial environments, including drilling rigs and construction sites. Skilled in operating heavy equipment, performing physically demanding tasks, and following strict safety protocols. Certified in H2S Alive and First Aid, with a strong work ethic and proven ability to work long shifts in remote and challenging conditions. Eager to bring reliability, strength, and a team-first mindset to a coal mining operation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Roughneck
AKITA Drilling
06.2024 - Current
- Performed manual labor on drilling rigs, including maintenance, assembly, and operation of drilling equipment.
- Assisted with tripping pipe, running casing, and handling drill string components efficiently and safely.
- Maintained clean and hazard-free rig floor, following strict safety procedures and reporting any hazards to supervisors.
- Supported Derrickhand and Driller during drilling operations, ensuring optimal workflow and minimal downtime.
Glazier
Davidson All Glass
07.2020 - 06.2024
- Followed established safety guidelines while removing broken glass prior to glass replacement.
- Fabricated and installed required hardware and moldings for glass installations.
- Completed fabrication and installation of storefront areas and aluminum-framed entrances.
- Operated boom lift, scissor lift and forklift.
Drywaller
Graham Drywall
07.2016 - 07.2020
- Leveraged blueprints and layout plans to install drywall and prepare for painting.
- Glued, nailed or screwed wallboard panels to wood or metal framework to promote smoother, cleaner and faster hanging and finishing jobs.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
Labour
Skyblue Construction
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Operated Skid Steer, Backhoe & Forklift.
Skills
- Safety Compliance & Hazard Awareness
- Responsible
- Team Collaboration & Communication
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Safe Equipment Usage
- Emergency Response Awareness
References
Varee Kary
403-892-1191
Jason Lozano
403-892-1191
Kaltrim Ajdini
403-929-5800
Timeline
Roughneck
AKITA Drilling
06.2024 - Current
Glazier
Davidson All Glass
07.2020 - 06.2024
Drywaller
Graham Drywall
07.2016 - 07.2020
Labour
Skyblue Construction
02.2015 - 07.2016