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Overview
Work History
Education
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Garrett Franklin

North Vancouver,B.C.

Summary

Driven professional with a robust background in industrial construction and quality control inspection, effectively managing projects with a focus on safety and quality. Proven ability to enhance team performance and project outcomes through proactive support and leadership, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Overview

1
1
Certification
22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner / Operations Manager

GF Consulting Ltd
01.2012 - Current
  • Managed and executed large projects for returning clients, providing Millwright services, heavy-duty machinery installations, and maintenance during shutdowns while ensuring high safety standards and quality work.
  • Clients included Heavy Metal Erectors, Black & McDonald, HME, High Walker Earthworks, LNS, Raider Industrial Services, Loft Mechanical, JDG Construction.
  • Executed projects averaging $10k to $150k.

Contractor - GF Consulting Ltd.

JDG Construction Management
North Vancouver, BC
01.2014 - 05.2026
  • Led erection of structural steel and masonry components for comprehensive building projects.
  • Directed construction of Ocean Cement batch plant facilities with a focus on quality.
  • Supervised completion tasks for significant Seaspan facility buildings in conjunction with project teams.
  • Facilitated crane commissioning to optimize operational efficiency across multiple sites.
  • Oversaw supply and installation of secondary steel structures at various sites to ensure project timelines were met.
  • Installed large-scale exterior soffit panels with precision and attention to detail.
  • Executed building modifications, repairs, and upgrades with JDG Construction Management to improve structural integrity.
  • Completed seismic upgrades for cooling towers and mall RTUs through effective collaboration.

Contractor - GF Consulting Ltd.

CH2M Hill Energy
04.2012 - 11.2012
  • Assumed supervisory role over mechanical craft, enhancing oversight and ensuring alignment with project goals.
  • Monitored overall project execution to maintain schedule adherence and quality assurance.
  • Coordinated equipment turnover and ensured timely completion of construction tasks, facilitating project progress.
  • Led quality control inspections and coordinated construction on rotating equipment preservation, civil containment, structural steel, and building erection to ensure compliance with project specifications.

Production Millwright

Lehigh Heidelberg Process Plant
Delta, B.C.
07.2007 - 12.2011
  • Maintain, repair, and replace mechanical systems and related equipment to ensure reliable site operations.
  • Perform field inspections and preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance.
  • Detected and troubleshot equipment irregularities and malfunctions to maintain operational efficiency.
  • Anticipated problems and identified opportunities to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
  • Fabricated and modified parts using machining tools for maintenance and repair activities.
  • Ensured compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies while adhering to manufacturer maintenance procedures.

Project Manager

Murray Timber International
Ballon, Ireland
01.2007 - 06.2007
  • Project Manager - Murray Timber International Planner Mill expansion on site Ballon, Ireland
  • Managed project timelines and allocated resources to optimize timber supply initiatives.
  • Coordinated team meetings to align on project goals and deliverables, enhancing team collaboration.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline timber processing workflows, improving operational efficiency.

Millwright

High Grade Mill Installations
Interior BC
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Maintained and repaired conveyors, pumps, and facility infrastructure during scheduled overhauls and emergency shutdowns, ensuring minimal downtime.
  • Assembled, aligned, and anchored complex industrial machinery using blueprints and precision tools like laser alignment systems to ensure proper operation.
  • Collaborated with welders and ironworkers to modify and fabricate custom structural steel and mechanical components, enhancing operational capabilities.

Education

Certified Level 1 Inspector -

CWB
01-2014

Red seal Millwright -

BCIT
Burnaby, B.C.
01-2005

Secondary Completion -

01-1999

Degree - Construction Management

BCIT
Burnaby

Skills

  • Project management
  • Operations management
  • Construction management
  • Team leadership
  • Union and non-union supervision
  • Safety compliance
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Strategic planning
  • Problem solving
  • MS 365 proficiency
  • Petroleum industry codes

Certification

  • -Red Seal Certified Millwright
    -CWB Level 1 Welding Inspector W178.2
    -Confined space certified Level 2 Attendant
    -H2S Awareness
    -Petroleum Safety Training (PST)
    -Fall Protection, Level 1 – Telehandler
    -Level 1 Operator Ariel Lift
    -BC Crane Safe Certified Mobile Crane Operator certified 20-ton mobile hydraulic
    -CWB welding

References

Happy to provide upon request.

Timeline

Contractor - GF Consulting Ltd.

JDG Construction Management
01.2014 - 05.2026

Contractor - GF Consulting Ltd.

CH2M Hill Energy
04.2012 - 11.2012

Owner / Operations Manager

GF Consulting Ltd
01.2012 - Current

Production Millwright

Lehigh Heidelberg Process Plant
07.2007 - 12.2011

Project Manager

Murray Timber International
01.2007 - 06.2007

Millwright

High Grade Mill Installations
01.2005 - 01.2007

Certified Level 1 Inspector -

CWB

Red seal Millwright -

BCIT

Secondary Completion -

Degree - Construction Management

BCIT
Garrett Franklin