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Eric Wakelin

Eric Wakelin

Blackfalds,Alberta

Summary

With a strong drive to learn and hands-on experience in heavy equipment operation and pipeline related work, I bring valuable skills to this project and future endeavors. I am well-versed in the technical aspects of the job, including bending specs and sandblasting procedures. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty and complete time-sensitive tasks efficiently. Over a decade of oilfield experience has instilled in me a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to any situation. My skills and dedication make me a valuable asset to your company. I am eager to excel within your organization while upholding industry standards for safety and procedures. I am seeking a company that aligns with my work ethic and personal standards, where I can grow both professionally and personally.

Overview

12
12

Years of professional experience

11
11

Certificates

Work History

Sideboom Operator

Ledcor
01.2023 - Current
  • Supported several duties during the TransMountain Energy Pipeline.
  • Bumped down sections and lowered in, relaying with supervisors via hand controls and portable radios
  • Collaborated with welding team to facilitate operations.
  • Nightshift HDD crew, pulling rods, moving casing and aligning the sections to be pulled into the drill hole
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for 32”-48” pipes.

Lead Hand / Sideboom Operator

Arnett & Burgess Pipeliners
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Coordinated team tasks to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members, resulting in higher quality output.
  • Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of company policies and trained employees on rules and procedures regularly.

Bending Machine / Sideboom Operator

STRAIT Projects
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Operated and maintained bending machine to achieve precise bends, sidebends, sags, and combos.
  • Documented various QC information following established protocols for quality control.
  • Inspected all bends to maintain continuous flow by removing potential hazards.
  • Coordinated the arrangement of welding lines and tie-in processes.
  • Maintained accurate records as per outlined procedural requirements.
  • Managed various pipe sizes including 6”-24”.

Lead Hand / Stabber

SA Energy Group
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Assigning / training for swamping, spotting in tight areas, and building piles throughout the vigorous terrain
  • Conducted morning tailgates to inform workers of potential hazards
  • Positioned and adjusted bends in offset sections for seamless integration into the mainline.
  • Designed/ Maintained proper safe entry / exit plans while maintaining a proper work area to keep everyone free from the line of fire and create engineering controls for environmental obstacles along the way
  • Managed tasks involving pipelining projects for sizes 24” to 42”

Coating / Sandblasting

Benedict Pipeline
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Received several certifications for sleeving / coating through the shawcor program
  • Ran a truck with a sandblasting unit every job where it met the requirements defined in the application procedures
  • Notified management regarding identified hazards during pipeline projects.

Education

High School Diploma -

Notre Dame High School
Red Deer, AB
06.2012

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Equipment operation
  • Effective communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Production work
  • Machine setup
  • Tool operation
  • Flexible schedule
  • Loading and unloading
  • Staff management
  • Operational documentation
  • OSHA regulations adherence

Languages

English
Professional Working

Certification

WHMIS – Issued August 26 2024

H2S Alive – Issued January 11 2022

Standard First Aid Level C – Issued January 12 2022

CSTS 2020 – Issued August 27 2024

PST 2.0 – Issued Feb 2018

PCST – Issued February 7 2023

Global Ground Disturbance Level 201 – Issued January 18 2022

SHAWCOR GTS-80, TBK-60, TBK-80, RD-6 Sleeving / Coating tickets

eGSO- Issued Feb 2018

CraneMasters Rigging And Hoisting Level 1 – Issued January 27 2023

Sideboom Competency Training – Issued November 2022

Timeline

Sideboom Operator

Ledcor
01.2023 - Current

Lead Hand / Sideboom Operator

Arnett & Burgess Pipeliners
10.2022 - 01.2023

Bending Machine / Sideboom Operator

STRAIT Projects
07.2022 - 10.2022

Lead Hand / Stabber

SA Energy Group
01.2022 - 07.2022

Coating / Sandblasting

Benedict Pipeline
06.2021 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

Notre Dame High School

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