Welding apprentice with 8 years of experience in heavy civil infrastructure and pipeline construction. Demonstrated expertise in high-precision concrete and steel work on major projects. Proficient in blueprint reading, heavy equipment operation, and quality control processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Worker
NOVA Chemicals - Gator Construction
Joffre
03.2025 - 07.2025
Mixed, poured, placed, and finished concrete and coatings, to project plant specifications while ensuring proper curing and structural integrity.
Assisted with demolition, repair, and rebuilding of concrete structures including pillars, column forms, and plant infrastructure throughout plant.
Operated hand/power tools, and equipment for cutting, grinding, and prepping all concrete surfaces.
Rigging for heavy equipment and material lifts, ensuring safe load handling and proper use of slings, chains, and shackles etc.
Concrete Bridge Labourer
Kicking Horse Canyon Constructors
Golden
03.2021 - 11.2023
Terex Bid-Well operator experience for precision bridge deck finishing
Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints for large scale concrete & heavy civil infrastructure projects
Executed high-precision concrete pours, including bridge decks, barriers, and structural reinforcements, ensuring top-quality finishes and structural integrity
Experienced in grouting, patching, and deficiency fixes on precast girders, barriers, and other heavy civil concrete structures
Heavy civil equipment, power, hand-tools operated and maintained air compressors, light towers, generators, tampers, rock drillers 150, concrete saws, Hilitis, water pumps, generators etc.
Rigging experience for secured and directed complex lifts while maintaining communication with the crane, loader, zoom boom operators to ensure safe load practice
Joint Health and Safety Committee member
Maintenance Labourer
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
Golden
11.2019 - 05.2020
Performed general maintenance and repairs on chairlifts, gondolas, and resort infrastructure to ensure safe operation for guests and staff
Assisted millwrights and mechanics in troubleshooting and repairing all lift systems, including gearboxes, hydraulics, and cable tensioning
Repaired and replaced tracks on Snowcat groomer equipment, ensuring optimal performance for mountain grooming and terrain maintenance
Hand Finisher & Labourer
Canadian Timberframes
Golden
09.2017 - 09.2019
Experienced in timber frame finishing, skilled in staining, texturing, and sealing techniques to achieve premium-quality aesthetics
Proficient in staining a variety of timber frame finishes, including texturing and antique styles
Skilled in surface preparation, sanding, and sealing to achieve high-quality finishes
Adept at troubleshooting and resolving issues related to timber frame finishing to ensure durability and aesthetic appeal
Gas Fuser & Pipeline Labourer
Marwest Utility Services
Kamloops
06.2015 - 09.2017
Maintenance and installation of gas mains for residential, commercial & industrial projects around British Columbia Interior
Performed full pipeline integrity digs, including identification, coating replacement, and decommissioning of outdated lines
Helper with Sandblasters on pipeline repairs and maintenance
Apprentice 1st yr Welder & Labourer
Ledcor
Fort Nelson
06.2011 - 12.2012
Performed SMAW (Stick welding) on structural steel, pipe supports, handrails platforms, pile caps and skids for the gas plant
Worked alongside journeymen to tack and weld bracing, gussets, and stiffeners for high-load areas
Prepped, coated, installed pipe hangers, supports, and structural brackets throughout the plant
Experience in rigging, hoisting, and positioning heavy steel components for welders and fitters
Education
Welder 1st year Apprenticeship -
Red Deer Polytechnic College
Red Deer, AB
12.2024
Completion of Grade 12 -
College of Rockies
Golden, BC
09.2012
Certification
Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Training (H2S)
Fall Protection Certificate
Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS 2020)
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015)