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Gene Neganiwina

Burlington,ON

Summary

Dynamic heavy machine operator with proven leadership at The Restorers Group, excelling in high-rise restoration projects. Expert in concrete spall repair and OSHA-compliant safety practices, ensuring a zero-incident record. Adept at blueprint interpretation and team training, driving operational efficiency and project success through meticulous attention to detail.

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Work History

Odawa Stone Quarry

Sheshegwaning First Nation
Manitouland Island Ontario
2024 - 2026

• Safely operated excavators, frontend loader and oversized Forklifts to extract up to 6 ton limestone blocks, Maintained a zero-incident safety record

Coordinated loading and securing processes for large rock orders, optimizing shipping and receiving logistics for prompt customer delivery.

Supported efficient quarry site operations by managing site preparation, material handling, and maintaining a safe, organized environment.

Managed customer interactions by accurately preparing custom rock orders and executing payment transactions to ensure satisfaction.

Restoration Working Foreman/Heavy Machine Operator

The Restorers Group
Richmond Hill, ON
2009 - 2024

• Promoted to working foreman to lead and motivate a team of men in comprehensive high-rise and underground parkade structural rehabilitation and facade restoration projects

• Took primary responsibility for safety, implementing rigorous OSHA protocols aswell as daily on-site operations to final inspections

• Executed precise swingstage rigging, set up, and dismantling (30' and 40' platforms) on signature projects including the CN Tower and The Bremner Buildings (56 and 54 stories)

• Performed balcony suspended Slab concrete repairs, structural injections, masonary/ brick and mortar repairs, and membrane applications

• Executed detailed Finishing work, including painting, caulking and tooling, glazing, tuck pointing, saw cutting to relieve structural pressure, and specialized concrete finishing

• Safely operated the Genie ZX-135/70 Articulating Boom Lift (141' height reach) and scissor lifts to perform restoration repairs where traditional scaffolding or swingstage were not feasible

• Operated heavy machinery, including excavators for exterior wall waterproofing trenches and skid-steers, forklifts, and zoom booms for efficient material handling.

Press Operator/ Overhead Crane, Forklift Operator

Metrican Stamping Co.
Burlington, ON
2004 - 2009

• Safely operated and maintained an 800-Ton Brown&Boggs 18" Stroke 72" Colt Feed Line/ Max 30,000 lbs Coil Press, Produced high-volume automotive components

• Programmed and set up production lines and executed changeovers for complex progressive dies and transfer tooling

• Conducted hourly quality control testing, ensuring parts met automotive specifications

• Applied specialized knowledge of metal properties and lubrication requirements to maintain high-speed production efficiency and part quality

Achieved seamless material handling through proficient operation of 15-ton overhead crane with 60,000 lbs capacity. Facilitated timely die change outs utilizing oversized forklifts. Contributed to improved operational efficiency in material logistics.

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator

The Transport Training Of Canada
Hamilton, ON
2024

High School Diploma -

Sir Alan MacNab Secondary High School
Hamilton, ON
06-2000

Skills

Blueprint Reading & Interpretation

Schematic Analysis

Organization and time management

Attention to detail

Proven Leadership techniques in the completion of restoration projects from start to finish

Trained new crew members on OSHA-compliant safe work procedures, ensuring 100% adherence to safety regulations

Heavy Equipment Operation - Proficient in operating Excavators, Backhoes, Front-end Loaders, Zoom Booms, Skid-steers, Forklifts, and Genie Boom Lifts

Concrete spall repair and patching - expert in overhead and vertical patching techniques

Structural Strenghting - Experienced in repairing or replacing corroded reinforcing steel (rebar), epoxy injection for deep crack repair

Balcony Rehabilitation - Specific experience in repairing concrete slabs, edge repairs, and concrete sealing on high-rise residential or commercial balconies

Coating & Waterproofing Systems Application of elastomeric coatings, anti-carbonation coatings, and waterproof membranes on vertical and horizontal surfaces

Caulking & Sealants - Installation of joint sealants for expansion joints and window perimeters to prevent water infiltration

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Safety & Compliance: Working at Heights (safe work procedures), Hazard Awareness & Control, and Occupational Health.
  • Equipment Operation: Suspended Work Platform System (SWPS) rigging, High-reach Aerial Lift, Counter Balance practical applications, and Propane operation/firefighting applications.
  • First Aid: St. John Ambulance First Aid, CPR & AED.
  • Supervisory Training: Supervisor Basic & Advanced Training Programs, and Health & Safety Awareness Programs.
  • Emergency Response: Rescue techniques and Confined Spaces Pre-entry & Entry Certification
  • Whmas 2015
  • All the listed certificates and training was provided in-house by The Restorers Group and there full-time Health and Safety Cordinator and meets Legislative Requirements

Timeline

Odawa Stone Quarry

Sheshegwaning First Nation
2024 - 2026

Restoration Working Foreman/Heavy Machine Operator

The Restorers Group
2009 - 2024

Press Operator/ Overhead Crane, Forklift Operator

Metrican Stamping Co.
2004 - 2009

Heavy Equipment Operator

The Transport Training Of Canada

High School Diploma -

Sir Alan MacNab Secondary High School
Gene Neganiwina