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Darrell Thompson

Sturgeon County,AB

Summary

I have worked in the mechanical field for 27 years, the last 14 of which I have been employed by the City of Edmonton. I have had the privilege of working on many different types of mechanical systems throughout my career and I consider myself a subject matter expert. I also have an in-depth history as a plumbing and heating foreperson in the construction industry prior to my tenure at the City, which encompassed everything from the day to day decisions, to long-term planning and project deadlines, to organization of staff and material alike on large scale projects. Assuring the work was being completed to the highest possible standards also fell under my umbrella of responsibility.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Foreperson

City Of Edmonton
05.2020 - Current

    I am currently in the role of Mechanical Foreperson for the Global Zone (Portfolio: Edmonton Police Service, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, and Edmonton Transit System - LRT Facilities) and I have occupied this position since May 2020. I am tech savvy and can quickly adapt to the ever changing world of computers and associated spreadsheets and programs. I am fluent with SAP (City of Edmonton current maintenance planning program) and I also have a good understanding of the business end of this type of work. I am highly motivated, organized, and dependable.

Maintenance Plumber/Class A Gasfitter

City Of Edmonton
09.2010 - 05.2020
  • While undertaking preventative maintenance in this role: I would troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and replace components across a vast variety of mechanical systems within City of Edmonton facilities. I ensured everything was operating as per design when I was finished. I did emergent work requests reported by our client groups as well as some smaller construction projects and upgrades. I was also part of several planned pool maintenance shutdowns. I was on the after-hours call-out list for many years and have spent ample time performing emergency work in the evenings, weekends, and on stat holidays.

Plumbing and Heating Foreperson

Master Mechanical Plumbing & Heating
01.2006 - 09.2010

    While employed at Master Mechanical I planned, initiated, and managed the workload on several major projects. I found solutions to different issues throughout the projects and I was responsible for managing all material requirements for the projects I was overseeing. I ran numerous sizes of crews during my tenure at Master Mechanical at one point overseeing a crew of over 20 staff. I demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs. I worked closely with team members and other contractors on site to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.

Education

GED -

NorQuest College
Edmonton, AB
2017

Journeyperson - Gasfitter A - Gasfitter A

NAIT
Edmonton, AB
2011

Journeyperson Plumber/Gasfitter B - Plumbing And Piping Trades

NAIT
Edmonton, AB
2001

Skills

      Mechanical systems expertise

      Fast learner

      Tech savvy

      Strong problem solving skills

        Good communication skills

        Follows direction well

        Organized

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

First Aid,

Fall Arrest,

Confined Space,

Arial Lift,

WHIMIS

Timeline

Mechanical Foreperson

City Of Edmonton
05.2020 - Current

Maintenance Plumber/Class A Gasfitter

City Of Edmonton
09.2010 - 05.2020

Plumbing and Heating Foreperson

Master Mechanical Plumbing & Heating
01.2006 - 09.2010

GED -

NorQuest College

Journeyperson - Gasfitter A - Gasfitter A

NAIT

Journeyperson Plumber/Gasfitter B - Plumbing And Piping Trades

NAIT
Darrell Thompson