Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Valve Technician/Pipefitter Helper
Clearstream Energy
Cold Lake, AB
05.2010 - 10.2021
Upheld company requirements and promoted productivity by maintaining neat and organized work areas.
Monitored performance levels on existing valve systems; took corrective action if any issues were identified.
Worked closely as part of effective team to deliver customer requests on time.
Checked, disassembled and repaired control valves and safety relief valves.
Utilized various troubleshooting, diagnostic, and repair methods to alleviate valve issues and operational problems.
Repaired defective valves, including replacing seals, gaskets, springs, and other components.
Reassembled repaired valves following detailed instructions from manufacturers' service manuals.
Calibrated valves using hand tools and gauges according to manufacturer specifications.
Troubleshot malfunctioning valves by diagnosing problems with electrical circuitry or mechanical components.
Disassembled faulty valves to identify root cause of failure and determine necessary repairs.
Assisted in the development of preventative maintenance programs for existing valve systems.
Sourced replacement parts from suppliers when needed; ordered items online or over the phone.
Resolved customer complaints and issues involving leaks or damage.
Installed new valves in piping systems according to drawings provided by engineers or customers.
Responded promptly to emergency repair calls; worked overtime during peak periods as needed.
Provided technical advice regarding the selection of appropriate types of valves for various applications.
Conducted tests on newly installed valve systems to ensure they meet specified performance criteria.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Performed inspections and testing of valves to ensure proper functioning and safety standards.
Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Repaired damaged pipelines using various tools like wrenches and pliers.
Provided support in lifting heavy materials onto work platforms or scaffolding.
Removed corroded sections of pipe from existing systems.
Transported pipe and equipment to job sites using forklifts or hand trucks.
Replaced worn parts such as gaskets, valves, seals and other components.
Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Identified areas needing repair or replacement by inspecting pipelines regularly.
Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
Ensured that all safety procedures were followed during each job task.
Maintained tools and equipment used in pipefitting operations.
Installed piping systems including valves, flanges, pressure gauges and thermometers.
Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
Assisted craft workers from other trades and shops on variety of projects.
Tested installed piping systems for leaks using air pressure gauges.
Cleaned surfaces of valves using solvents or cleaning agents as required prior to reassembly.
Adjusted operating settings on valves such as pressure relief points, flow rates, shut-off points.
Education
High School Diploma -
Big River Community High School
Big River, SK
05-1979
Skills
Have knowledge of basic carpentry
Have operated all kinds of equipment
Was part of a safety team
Put together safety plan on how to properly grease an service valves properly