John Simons
Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
Dynamic Lead Technician with extensive experience in safety and control valve testing, instrument calibration, and team leadership. Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety standards and optimal equipment operation, while effectively training and supervising junior technicians to enhance team performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Technician
ControValve Equipment
Thunder Bay, Ontario
09.2021 - Current
- Verify safety and control valves undergo thorough overhaul and testing to meet factory, ASME, and National Board standards.
- Trained junior technicians in equipment operation and safety protocols, enhancing team competency and safety standards.
- Performed surveys at customer sites before outages to confirm work scope and time frame, facilitating efficient project planning.
- Adjusted electro-pneumatic and pneumatic positioners with instrumentation like spark and gas detection equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Cell Team Leader
Bombardier
Thunder Bay, Ontario
06.2015 - 09.2019
- Directed team in daily production activities and assigned tasks based on individual strengths to optimize workflow.
- Led team meetings to assess progress and confront challenges.
- Guided new employees through safety procedures and equipment usage to ensure compliance and reduce risk.
- Contributed to regular meetings with senior leadership to share updates on cell progress.
Education
Instrumentation Engineering Technician - Process Automation And Control Program
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay06-2021
Bachelor of Science - General Mathematics
University of Calgary
Calgary06-2015
High School Diploma -
Dryden High School
Dryden, ON06-2002
Skills
Certification
- Standard First Aid - Level A CPR/AED
- Associate Member OACETT
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps
Timeline
Lead Technician
ControValve Equipment
09.2021 - Current
Cell Team Leader
Bombardier
06.2015 - 09.2019
Instrumentation Engineering Technician - Process Automation And Control Program
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor of Science - General Mathematics
University of Calgary
High School Diploma -
Dryden High School