- Working with my hands and fixing things
- Outdoor Recreation
- Hiking
- Camping
- Golf
Jeremy Van Breda
Summary
Accomplished professional with 20 years of experience in Mechanical and Electrical Systems. Expertise in troubleshooting complex challenges and implementing efficient solutions. Proven track record in adaptability and creativity, delivering results in diverse environments. Committed to aligning technical initiatives with organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fluid Power Technician
TriHQ
London, ON
11.2016 - 12.2025
- Responsible for hydraulic and general maintenance repairs and troubleshooting for our customers technical equipment.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules using MaintainX for customers, reducing equipment downtime significantly.
- Trained junior technicians in troubleshooting techniques maintenance repairs and safety protocols, enhancing team competency.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Review schematics and specifications to identify most effective ways to install hoses and tubes for hydraulic and pneumatic equiptment.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
Maintenance Mechanic/ Millwright Apprentice
Bonduelle Foods
Strathroy, ON
03.2006 - 10.2016
- Conducted routine mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical maintenance and repairs on production machinery to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with production team to schedule repairs during off-peak hours, minimizing impact on productivity.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Assisted in the development of preventative maintenance schedules to reduce the frequency of breakdowns and prolong the lifespan of vital equipment.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
Maintenance Mechanic
Sun Valley Foods
London, ON
03.2005 - 03.2006
- Responsible for daily maintenance and set up on production lines to ensure flawless start up.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Fabricate required tools on lathes, milling machines, presses
- Tig, Mig, Arc welding on mild and stainless steel equipment
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected structures, machinery and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
Education
Electrical Techniques Certificate - Electrical And Electronics
Fanshawe College
London, ON04-2002
Millwrighting - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Certificate - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Conestoga College
Guelph, ON08-2000
Skills
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
- Stainless & Mild Steel Welding
- Onsite service and installation of machinery
- Industrial Mechanical and Electrical systems troubleshooting
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Diagram and schematic reading
- Seal replacement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organizational skills
- Industrial safety compliance
Certification
- Counter Balance forklift 1, 4 & 5
- Forklift Safety Awareness
- Working at Heights
- Arial Lift
- Elevated Work Platform Safety Awareness
- Confined Space
Interests
Timeline
Fluid Power Technician
TriHQ
11.2016 - 12.2025
Maintenance Mechanic/ Millwright Apprentice
Bonduelle Foods
03.2006 - 10.2016
Maintenance Mechanic
Sun Valley Foods
03.2005 - 03.2006
Electrical Techniques Certificate - Electrical And Electronics
Fanshawe College
Millwrighting - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Certificate - Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Conestoga College