David Atkinson
Meadow Lake,SK
Summary
Reliable professional with background in oil and gas sector, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in equipment maintenance, safety protocols, and emergency response procedures. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability to rapidly changing environments. Committed to maintaining safe work conditions while achieving project objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Roughneck Fill in
Komatt drilling
Maidstone, Saskatchewan
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Cleaned and inspected rig and drilling equipment and implemented practices to prevent equipment rust or corrosion.
- Participated in company safety meetings to learn different ways to alleviate accidents.
- Laid and tripped pipes in proper holes.
- Maintained work area cleanliness by disposing of waste material properly according to regulations.
- Assisted on drill floor for piping, rigging and casing.
- Operated and maintained oilfield equipment such as pumps, valves, swivels and tongs.
Exterior Finisher
Arnies exterior
Meadow Lake, SK
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Followed company and governmental health and safety regulations and trained new team members.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding their expectations for the finished product.
- Signaled and guided heavy equipment operators and secured special attachments to construction machines.
- Prepared construction sites, materials and tools for specific projects and loaded and unloaded equipment and products.
- Inspected newly painted surfaces for defects and ensured proper drying time.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, patching, and priming.
- Installed siding materials such as aluminum siding, vinyl siding, cedar shingles and shakes.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment, and gather important materials.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Maintained construction vehicles and equipment in top operating condition.
- Cleaned up work area after completion of each project including sweeping debris from floors and removing trash from site.
- Installed trim pieces around doors and windows according to job specifications.
- Applied paint with brush, roller, or spray gun.
- Installed flashing along roofs and walls in order to prevent water penetration into the building structure.
Small Engine Mechanic
Flat out small engines
Meadow Lake, SK
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Kept workshop and bench area tidy and clean.
- Repaired electrical systems including wiring harnesses, ignition systems and switches.
- Tested repaired equipment to ensure proper performance.
- Consulted with customers to understand and meet individual maintenance or repair needs.
- Kept tools clean, sharpened, maintained and put away after job tasks to keep shop in good working order.
- Utilized computer-based diagnostic software programs to troubleshoot issues with small engine components.
- Ordered replacement parts as needed based on diagnostic tests results.
- Performed regular preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes and filter replacements.
- Inspected parts for wear and damage using precision instruments.
- Used chemicals and high-pressure water systems to clean engines and equipment after repairs.
- Repaired wide variety of small engine machinery by restoring transmissions, carburetors, differentials, fuel pumps, distributors, starters, valves and various systems.
- Installed new engines in place of old ones utilizing appropriate tools.
- Fabricated new parts when necessary from metal stock or other materials.
- Disassembled engines to gain access to defective parts for removal or repair.
- Educated customers on the proper operation and maintenance of their small engine products.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Slash Pile Burner
Tyler roger
Meadow Lake, SK, SK
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Utilized the use of hand held radio to maintain communication on whereabouts of each person and changes in wind direction.
- Used tiger torches to light slash piles on fire.
- Utilized wind direction to ensure piles burnt all the way through.
- Filled equipment and propane bottles every morning.
Oilfield Laborer
TGB industries
Kindersley, SK
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Filled out job or shift report forms for supervisors.
- Provided emergency assistance during spills, fires or other accidents.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks efficiently.
- Ensured that all oilfield regulations were followed while operating machinery or working around hazardous materials.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to review best practices for working in an oilfield environment.
- Inspected pipelines for any signs of leakage or damage.
- Assisted in the installation of pipes, pumps, valves and other related components at well sites.
- Repaired damaged tubing, piping, tanks, pumps and other production equipment.
- Trained new employees on proper use of oilfield equipment and tools.
- Performed daily maintenance of oilfield equipment and tools.
- Transported equipment from one job site to another.
- Safely operated forklift and aerial lift to move machinery around floor.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Plumber's Assistant
Meadow lake mechanical pulp mill
Meadow Lake, SK
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on daily basis.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Maintained neat and well-organized worksites by removing debris and sharp objects and cleaning up after shift.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Installed water and drainage systems for buildings and homes under plumber supervision.
- Assisted team by inspecting pipes and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
Education
Carpenter High School
Meadow Lake, SK06-2020
Skills
- Surface preparation
- Customer communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem resolution
- Employee training
- Waste disposal
- Interpersonal skills
- Professional demeanor
- Excellent communication
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Reliability
Certifications/tickets
- Whimis
- H2S Alive
- Transportation Of Dangerous Goods
- First aid & CPR
- Mill Orientations
Timeline
Roughneck Fill in
Komatt drilling
02.2024 - 02.2024
Exterior Finisher
Arnies exterior
08.2023 - 10.2023
Small Engine Mechanic
Flat out small engines
03.2023 - 08.2023
Slash Pile Burner
Tyler roger
01.2023 - 03.2023
Oilfield Laborer
TGB industries
01.2022 - 08.2022
Plumber's Assistant
Meadow lake mechanical pulp mill
08.2017 - 06.2022
Carpenter High School