Jared Friske
Olds,Alberta
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Journeyman Red Seal Plumber,Steam Fitter and Gas fitter(B) with 15 years of industry experience. Known for precision in measuring and troubleshooting to ensure accurate and efficient piping installations. A hardworking, dependable, and knowledgeable professional committed to upholding the highest safety standards. Proven track record of reliability and strong work ethic in collaborative team environments, contributing to the successful completion of projects with excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Maintenance Worker
SNDL
Olds, AB
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Completed daily inspections and logs for heating and cooling systems ( 8 Aerco Benchmark 2500 boilers and 8 Trane 300 ton air cooled chillers)
- Utilized maintenance care platform to efficiently manage daily tasks, encompassing greasing motors, bearings, and pumps, replacing filters, cleaning screens/ filters, conducting plumbing fixture and sump checks, and various other responsibilities
- Collaborated with various departments and trades, including electricians and refrigeration mechanics, to assist in repairing specialized equipment. Additionally, contributed to general maintenance tasks such as plowing snow and maintenance on equipment.
- Streamlined repair processes, maintaining organized inventory of tools and supplies to minimize delays in completing tasks.
Journeyman Steamfitter-Pipefitter
Legion Oilfield Services
Olds, AB
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Executed pre-turnaround responsibilities, including laying out and threading pipes and hoses for drains and vents, as well as flagging tie-points ensuring proper fittings were there for installation prior to commencement of the Tar.
- Throughout Tar operations, executed blinding and de-blinding of vessels, installing new piping, valves, and steam traps. Also, performed removal and reinstallation of stacks, exchangers, and other components.
- Conducted comprehensive maintenance at Olds Gas Plant, Installed new and replaced old level gauges and valves on the steam system. Performed hydrotests on LPG, drain, and steam hoses, replacing any failed components. Assisted in installing new loading arms for the LPG system. Implemented site-wide installation of new safety signs and eye wash stations, among other tasks.
Journeyman
Balzers Canada Inc.
Calgary
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Accurately install, test, and commission piping to polymer systems, thickener tanks, and centrifuges
- Label equipment & piping layouts, set pumps, tanks and other relevant mechanical components
- Efficiently and effectively completed punch list using P&Id's
- Worked with a variety of different pipe materials/ systems, including but not limited to copper, PVC, carbon & stainless both welded, threaded and vic grooved.
Field Foreman Steamfitter-Pipefitte
Tradesmen Enterprise
Elkford
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Fulfilled role of field foreman to lead a small crew in the completion of an entire gas line that would serve 40 unit heaters, two 1 million BTU boilers and three air handling units ranging from 250,000 to 500,000 BTU
- Safely worked with spider cranes, 70 ton cranes and other construction equipment to assist in installation of piping spools inside the plant.
Steamfitter / Lead Hand
Tahk Projects
Northern Alberta
10.2012 - 03.2016
- Referenced general arrangement and isometric drawings to define precise piping coordinates during the installation process.
- Tracked heat numbers and performed weld mapping while fitting for welders
- Performed hydro and pneumatic testing on piping systems and vessels
- Filled out work permits and other necessary paperwork as required
- Accurately and carefully measured pump strains, guides and anchors.
- Accurately aligned and torqued flanges.
Education
Red Seal Journeyman Steamfitter -
11.2016
Red Seal Journeyman Plumber & Gasfitter -
03.2012
Skills
- Measurements and Calculations
- Problem-Solving
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Team Player
- HVAC maintenance
- Job site measuring and layout
- MS Office
- Pipe rigging
- Blueprint Analysis
- Worksite safety
- Equipment Maintenance
- Pressure testing
Additional Safety Tickets
- WHMIS
- Standard First Aid Level C
- Fall Arrest
Personal Information
Title: Journeyman Plumber & Steamfitter
References
- Henry Savorgnan, General Foreman at Balzers Canada, 403-466-1763
- Justin Mercier, General Foreman at Tradesmen Enterprises & TAHK, 604-751-1476
- Eric Ryder, General Foreman at TAHK and IPAC, 780-964-6369
- Tyler Vanbergen, Piping Superintendent at TAHK and Pillar, 403-597-0197
Languages
English
Timeline
Facility Maintenance Worker - SNDL
07.2022 - 02.2024
Journeyman Steamfitter-Pipefitter - Legion Oilfield Services
04.2022 - 07.2023
Journeyman - Balzers Canada Inc.
02.2020 - 02.2022
Field Foreman Steamfitter-Pipefitte - Tradesmen Enterprise
08.2019 - 03.2020
Steamfitter / Lead Hand - Tahk Projects
10.2012 - 03.2016
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) - Red Seal Journeyman Steamfitter,
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) / Red Deer College - Red Seal Journeyman Plumber & Gasfitter,