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Kenn Goertz

Wainfleet,ON

Summary

As the operator of Peninsula Welding Inc., I provide CWB Division 2 (CSA W47.1) welding, repair, and subcontracting services to clients across Southern Ontario. I am also active in my role as an instructor at Niagara College's Welland campus and was formerly the Lead Welding Instructor for Weldtech Training Inc. This has given me comprehensive experience in both the practical and instructional aspects of welding, fabrication, and the certification testing process (e.g., AWS, CWB, TSSA). My focus is on delivering high-quality services while contributing to the ongoing promotion and new growth of the welding industry.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Operations/Owner

Peninsula Welding Inc.
Wainfleet, ON
09.2021 - Current
  • Founded and established Peninsula Welding Inc. to provide comprehensive on-site welding, repair, and light fabrication services to clients in Niagara and the GTHA.
  • Offering a wide range of services including repair and modification, process pipe welding, structural welding, water/wastewater treatment facilities maintenance, heavy equipment repair, emergency/shutdown services, and tool & die repair.
  • Proficient in quoting, scope of work development, material takeoffs, and design services.
  • Experienced in procurement and subcontracting services, ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Adept at project planning and management, able to complete projects on time and within budget.
  • Member of the Niagara Industrial Association.

Welding Instructor

Niagara College
Welland, Ontario
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide instruction for the GTAW WELD1105 course at Niagara College's Welland campus on a contract basis.
  • Teach the setup and execution of GTAW welding for mild steel, stainless steel, and aluminum in all positions.
  • Oversee and evaluate an average of up to 48 students per academic term.
  • Responsibilities include curriculum development, administering written testing, practical shop instruction, and conducting destructive bend testing.

Lead Technical Welding Instructor

Weldtech Training Inc.
Mississauga, ON
10.2018 - 02.2022
  • Efficiently managed day-to-day operations and training, including curriculum implementation, site safety audits, and scheduling third-party testing sessions.
  • Experienced in instructing and leading a variety of trades to weld including millwrights, tool and die makers, pipefitters, electricians and industrial diesel mechanics.
  • Actively engaged in ongoing training relationships with companies including GM CAMI, Honda, Toyota, Fiat Chrysler, CP Rail, Air Canada, Bombardier, PepsiCo, and Hydro One.
  • Applied a variety of instructional resources to meet needs of adult students with varying backgrounds and learning styles; ensuring clients meet or exceed CWB, AWS, and TSSA certification standards.

Pipe Welder/Fitter

Maple Reinders
Mississauga, ON
07.2015 - 09.2018
  • Worked as a pipe welder/fitter in a civil/environmental construction setting (water/wastewater treatment plants, composting and biogas).
  • Work was often performed in highly time-sensitive settings, such as emergency repairs and scheduled plant shutdowns.
  • Collaborated with multiple trades to meet strict project completion deadlines.
  • Managed the inventory and movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
  • Fabricated, welded and installed process piping and equipment such as pumps, valves, compressors, aerators, and diffuser membranes.
  • Duties also included general fabrication such as structural brackets, gates, staircases, mezzanines and other miscellaneous weldments.
  • Performed other construction related duties such as rigging and hoisting, concrete forming, and routine maintenance of job sites and equipment.

Education

GTAW (TIG) Pipe Welding Program - Pipe And Pressure Vessel Welding

Weldtech Training Inc.
Mississauga, ON
10.2016

Welder Fitter -

Institute Of Technical Trades
Scarborough, ON
05.2015

Renovation Technician -

Niagara College
Welland, ON
06.2014

Sound Design And Production -

Langara College
Vancouver, BC
07.2011

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Troubleshooting and Problem Solving
  • Multitasking
  • On-Site Fabrication and Repair
  • Certification Training
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Training & Development
  • Communication
  • Business Development
  • Progress Reporting

Certifications (Current/Prior)

  • Proprietor of a CWB-certified company under CSA Standard 47.1.
  • Interprovincial Red Seal Welder 456A Certification.
  • CWB Certified Welding Supervisor W47.1
  • All position CWB certification for SMAW (Stick) welding of carbon steel plate
  • All position CWB certification for FCAW (Flux-Core) welding of carbon steel plate
  • All position (6G) TSSA certification for GMAW (MIG) welding of carbon steel pipe (2020)
  • All position (6G) TSSA certification for GTAW (TIG) welding of stainless steel pipe (2021)
  • All position (6G) TSSA certification for SMAW (Stick) welding of carbon steel pipe (2021)
  • I-CAR Aluminum and Carbon Steel Autobody Repair Certification
  • St. John Ambulance Emergency First Aid - CPR A - AED Certification
  • Ontario Working at Heights and Fall Arrest/Prevention Training
  • Aerial Lift and Elevated Platform Certification
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods by Ground (TDG)

Timeline

Welding Instructor

Niagara College
01.2024 - Current

Director of Operations/Owner

Peninsula Welding Inc.
09.2021 - Current

Lead Technical Welding Instructor

Weldtech Training Inc.
10.2018 - 02.2022

Pipe Welder/Fitter

Maple Reinders
07.2015 - 09.2018

GTAW (TIG) Pipe Welding Program - Pipe And Pressure Vessel Welding

Weldtech Training Inc.

Welder Fitter -

Institute Of Technical Trades

Renovation Technician -

Niagara College

Sound Design And Production -

Langara College

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