Chris Bigger
Stony Plain,Canada
Summary
With over 41 years of experience as a carpenter, I have developed a strong sense of pride in my work. I believe in doing things right the first time. Throughout my career, I successfully managed projects as a general foreman and served as a foreman on various sites. I excelled in managerial roles overseeing maintenance operations and supervising maintenance teams. My expertise extends to working in a cabinet shop, where I skillfully crafted cabinets. Since 1992, I have also been involved in concrete work, which remains a passion of mine. I thoroughly enjoy all aspects of carpentry, concrete work, and maintenance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Black Diamond Remote Camps
2019.01 - 2023.08
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
Maintenance Manager
Horizon North Camps & Catering
2021.02 - 2021.09
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
Maintenance Supervisor
Noralta Remote Living
2016.03 - 2017.06
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised Number employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
Concrete Form Worker
Bird Construction
2015.01 - 2015.12
- Anzca for pump station Enbridge concrete form work
Project Worker
Atco Structures
2011.01 - 2015.12
- CNRL Kirby Lake, Meg Energy, Barge Landing, Peace River
General Foreman
Skyline Concrete Services
2015.06 - 2015.10
- Concrete tanks
Lead Hand
Northern Trailer
2010.01 - 2011.12
- Various Sites
Project Worker
PTI Travco
2009.01 - 2010.12
- Wapasue Lodge Project
Foreman
Atco Structures
2008.01 - 2009.12
- Albian Village Warranty
Concrete Form Worker
Acon Construction
2007.01 - 2008.12
- Concrete form work
Concrete Form Worker
BFI Construction
2007.01 - 2007.12
- Concrete form work
Concrete Form Worker
PCL Construction
2007.01 - 2007.12
- Concrete form work
Installer
Atco Structures
2006.01 - 2007.12
- Install
Concrete Form Worker
Westcor
2005.01 - 2005.12
- Concrete form work
Concrete Form Worker
Bird Construction
2004.01 - 2005.12
- Concrete form work
Concrete Form Worker
Westcor
2004.01 - 2004.12
- Concrete form work
Scaffolding Worker
Steeplejack
2004.01 - 2004.12
- Scaffolding
Concrete Form Worker
Casman Construction
2004.01 - 2004.12
- Concrete form work
Seasonal Worker
Quickset Foundations
1998.01 - 2003.01
- Lay outs form work
Cabinetry Seasonal Worker
Classic Woodworking
1998.01 - 2003.01
Seasonal Worker
Lindsay Foundations
1990.01 - 1997.01
- Lay outs form work
Seasonal Worker
Langley Framing
1994.01 - 1995.01
Education
Ticketed Carpenter - Carpentry
ST.ANDREWS Community College
Saint Andrews, NB06.1979
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Plumbing
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Drywall repair
- Power tools proficiency
Certification
- C.S.T.S, 09/11/14
- H2S Alive, 11/26/16
- WHMIS, 08/09/16
- Confined Space Entry, 08/16/16
- Fall Arrest, 10/03/16
- Aerial Work Platform, 04/14/16
- Leadership For Safety Excellence Course, ATCO Structures, 07/24/09
Phone - Number
825 -526-6213
Languages
English
Full Professional
Accomplishments
- Improved efficiency of type system by installing new components.
- Repeatedly commended for working in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner.
- Supervised team of Number staff members.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Horizon North Camps & Catering
2021.02 - 2021.09
Maintenance Technician
Black Diamond Remote Camps
2019.01 - 2023.08
Maintenance Supervisor
Noralta Remote Living
2016.03 - 2017.06
General Foreman
Skyline Concrete Services
2015.06 - 2015.10
Concrete Form Worker
Bird Construction
2015.01 - 2015.12
Project Worker
Atco Structures
2011.01 - 2015.12
Lead Hand
Northern Trailer
2010.01 - 2011.12
Project Worker
PTI Travco
2009.01 - 2010.12
Foreman
Atco Structures
2008.01 - 2009.12
Concrete Form Worker
Acon Construction
2007.01 - 2008.12
Concrete Form Worker
BFI Construction
2007.01 - 2007.12
Concrete Form Worker
PCL Construction
2007.01 - 2007.12
Installer
Atco Structures
2006.01 - 2007.12
Concrete Form Worker
Westcor
2005.01 - 2005.12
Concrete Form Worker
Bird Construction
2004.01 - 2005.12
Concrete Form Worker
Westcor
2004.01 - 2004.12
Scaffolding Worker
Steeplejack
2004.01 - 2004.12
Concrete Form Worker
Casman Construction
2004.01 - 2004.12
Seasonal Worker
Quickset Foundations
1998.01 - 2003.01
Cabinetry Seasonal Worker
Classic Woodworking
1998.01 - 2003.01
Seasonal Worker
Langley Framing
1994.01 - 1995.01
Seasonal Worker
Lindsay Foundations
1990.01 - 1997.01
Ticketed Carpenter - Carpentry
ST.ANDREWS Community College