David Bilau
Whitecourt,AB
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Millwright proficient in performing well under pressure and tight deadlines. Adept at identifying causes of mechanical problems and repairing machinery or replacing defective parts. Friendly and hardworking.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright
Alberta Newsprint Company
11.2010 - Current
- Responsibilities include removal and installation of rotating equipment, pumps, gear boxes, screws, conveyors, compressors
- Alignment of pumps, blowers, screws, belts, conveyors, gear boxes, motors and generators.
- Preform various maintenance tasks and overhauls on compressors and Cat GCM34 engines including, cylinder head, piston, liner, connecting rod, bearings and turbo replacements.
- Machine cylinder heads for oversize valve seats and rebuild Cat GCM34 cylinder heads
- Troubleshoot, maintain and set up various hydraulic systems through out the mill
- Rebuild hydraulic cylinders
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
- Kept detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation of progress.
Spark Watch / Labour
West Fraser (Blue Ridge Lumber Ltd)
01.2009 - 11.2010
- Operate fork lift, spark watch, regular maintenance on a variety of machines and equipment, assist millwright's with general mechanical duties, complete assigned tasks.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Sawmill Clean up
West Fraser (Blue Ridge Lumber Ltd)
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Responsible to lock out for safe work around equipment and clean up of the mill.
Labour
Sun West Construction
01.2006 - 09.2008
- Construction Company that builds industrial shops and residential houses
- Operate bobcat and backhoe, assisting the foreman, clean up, running errands and other duties.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - 1st Year Heavy Duty Technician
Nait
Edmonton, AB2023
Certificate - Advanced Hydraulics Troubleshooting
CD Industrial Group Inc
Red Deer, AB2022
Certificate - Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic
International Fluid Power Society
Edmonton, AB2021
Certificate - Connector Conductor
International Fluid Power Society
Fairfield, Ohio USA 2019
Red Seal - Millwright
Grand Prairie Regional Collage
Grande Prairie, AB2014
High School Diploma -
Hilltop High School
Whitecourt, AB2007
Skills
- Machinery Maintenance
- Repair Work
- Machinery Installation
- Equipment Installation
- Mechanical Tools
- Equipment Rebuilding
- Shaft alignment
- Valve maintenance
- Precision alignment
- Pump maintenance
References
- Jesse Knapp, Pembina Pipeline Corporation, Personal (780) 204-6941
- Richie Wilson, Alberta newsprint company, Maintenance supervisor (780) 779-7029
- Jonathan Anderson, Alberta Newsprint company, Personal (780) 706-5754
Timeline
Millwright
Alberta Newsprint Company
11.2010 - Current
Spark Watch / Labour
West Fraser (Blue Ridge Lumber Ltd)
01.2009 - 11.2010
Sawmill Clean up
West Fraser (Blue Ridge Lumber Ltd)
07.2008 - 01.2009
Labour
Sun West Construction
01.2006 - 09.2008
Some College (No Degree) - 1st Year Heavy Duty Technician
Nait
Certificate - Advanced Hydraulics Troubleshooting
CD Industrial Group Inc
Certificate - Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic
International Fluid Power Society
Certificate - Connector Conductor
International Fluid Power Society
Red Seal - Millwright
Grand Prairie Regional Collage
High School Diploma -
Hilltop High School
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