KEVIN AMSDEN
Summary
Experienced gas system professional with a proven track record in installations, repairs, and maintenance. Recognized for problem-solving skills and effective communication within team settings. Adaptable to evolving requirements and dedicated to delivering optimal outcomes through teamwork. Specialized in the gas industry with expertise in technical skills for system installation, maintenance, and repair. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Technician 1
Enbridge Gas
Toronto, ON
06.2012 - Current
- Consistently maintained a safe working environment by strictly following company guidelines for PPE usage.
- Increased client base by building strong relationships with customers and delivering exceptional service experiences.
- Proactively identified potential hazards during routine inspections, mitigating risks before they escalate into significant problems.
- Mitigated risks through accurate identification of safety hazards.
- Experience with valve repairs and valve case replacement.
- Experience with maintenance of valves. Key test valves and grease them to make sure they operate properly.
- Repair gas mains.
- Cut off services at gas mains.
- Experienced in traffic control Book 7.
- Alter services to gas services to meet customers needs.
- Install anodes on steel gas mains to help with corrosion.
- Experienced with shoring and open excavation and barricades.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, ensuring high-quality results within strict deadlines.
- Contributed to a safer working environment through diligent adherence to company guidelines for personal protective equipment usage and hazard communication protocols.
- Read and order locates for specific jobs.
- Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
- Work overtime and do on call when needed.
Leak Survey
Enbridge Gas Distribution
Toronto
11.2011 - 01.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excelled at individual and team-based tasks.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Install Helper
Blue Flame Heating
Toronto
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Assist in the completion of all HVAC, water heater, and other equipment installations relating to products sold by Direct Energy Home Services.
- Install all HVAC equipment including ductwork, gas piping and electric water heaters.
- Able to install equipment independently as well as in a leadership role with a helper.
- Able to up-sell Direct Energy products and hand in leads for more business opportunities.
- Manage inventory levels and all paperwork including Task Sheets.
- Gassing-up furnaces and hot water tanks to meter.
- Hands-on experiences with various power and hand tools.
- Highly skilled at metal fabrications.
- Experienced in the B.149 gas code and all Direct Energy Standards.
- Install combustion air.
- Install gas lines for dryers.
- Install of tankless water heaters, removal of water heaters.
- Experienced in using and installing 636 PVC venting.
- Excellent in customer service.
- Constantly trained to ensure up to date with all of Direct Energy's specifications and standards.
Shipper/Receiver (Parts)
Roy Foss Motors
Thornhill
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Responsible for unloading parts, checking for accuracy and warranties.
- Parts delivery.
- Able to drive a forklift for unloading stock.
- Assisted at customer counter and at Mechanics counter.
- Other duties related to the Parts department as requested.
Part-time Maintenance Staff for Scarborough Recreation Centre
City of Toronto
Scarborough
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Responsible to ensure a clean and safe facility for all customers including ice maintenance.
- Rink Cruiser for recreational skating, ensuring the safety for all customers while family skating.
Education
Gas Technician 2 -
Hi-Mark Occupational Skills Training Centre Ltd.
Toronto01.2009
Gas Technician 3 -
George Brown College
Toronto01.2000
Secondary School Diploma -
Pope John Paul II Secondary School
Scarborough01.1999
Skills
- Gas line repair
- Gas main repairs
- Corrosion control
- Leak detection
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Safety conscious
- Power tool operation
- Safety inspection
- Mechanical aptitude
- Hand and power tools
- Traffic control
Languages
English
Elementary
English
Professional Working
Training
Fall Protection; WHMIS, Defensive Driving; Adult CPR; Emergency First Aid; Lock out Procedures; Ladder lifting; Fork lift license; DZ license; Fall arrest training; Confined space training; Transportation of dangerous goods; Locates and shoring; Traffic control book.
Timeline
Gas Technician 1
Enbridge Gas
06.2012 - Current
Leak Survey
Enbridge Gas Distribution
11.2011 - 01.2018
Install Helper
Blue Flame Heating
01.2006 - 01.2011
Shipper/Receiver (Parts)
Roy Foss Motors
01.2000 - 01.2006
Part-time Maintenance Staff for Scarborough Recreation Centre
City of Toronto
01.1998 - 01.2000
Gas Technician 2 -
Hi-Mark Occupational Skills Training Centre Ltd.
Gas Technician 3 -
George Brown College
Secondary School Diploma -
Pope John Paul II Secondary School