KIYANA GAGNE STEPHENSON
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Skilled Pipefitter Apprentice with three years of hands-on experience in industrial construction and energy projects. Expertise in piping installation, bolt-up, flange work, rigging, system testing, and mechanical equipment installation. Capable of working in live facilities at heights while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining safety and quality standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipefitter Apprentice
GED MECHANICAL SERVICES
Edmonton, Alberta
04.2026 - 07.2026
- Completed shop-based pipe fabrication, modification and assembly work according to project drawings and specifications.
- Prepared piping components for fit-up, installation, and hydrostatic testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Assisted with measuring, layout, material preparation and verification of completed assemblies.
- Identified installation and fabrication issues early, facilitating prompt resolution through effective communication with journeypersons and supervision.
- Maintained organized work area to support safe, accurate, and efficient production processes.\
Pipefitter Apprentice
DAVCO
Slave Lake, Alberta
07.2024 - 04.2026
- Assisted in construction and commissioning of battery facility, focusing on modules, piping interconnections, and mechanical equipment to ensure project milestones were met.
- Installed threaded and bolted piping systems, pumps, boiler fire tubes and associated components.
- Executed bolt-up and torque verification, ensuring accurate pile-cap placement and equipment positioning for optimal installation.
- Read and applied isometric drawings, P&IDs and NAVIS documentation during construction and troubleshooting.
- Supported system start-up, deficiency correction and turnover activities in coordination with multiple trades.
- Upheld safety and productivity standards in dynamic site conditions, adapting to project demands while minimizing disruption. Maintained consistent safety and productivity standards while working under changing site conditions and project demands.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Kiewit
Sherwood Park, Alberta
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Contributed to modular piping construction by aligning components, installing pipe supports, and executing mechanical installation.
- Read isometric drawings to identify materials, piping routes and installation requirements.
- Coordinated rigging and staging of piping materials based on module schedules and work priorities to ensure timely project execution.
- Facilitated hydrostatic and pneumatic testing, preparing systems and correcting deficiencies to maintain operational standards.
- Maintained organized laydown areas to improve material access and crew efficiency.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Tacten
Fort McMurray, Alberta
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Installed and removed spring cans and pressure safety valves, ensuring system integrity during industrial maintenance and shutdown activities.
- Prepared piping systems for shutdown by staging materials and marking components for disassembly and reinstatement.
- Facilitated flange breaking during scheduled maintenance activities., inspections, bolt-up and system reinstatement.
- Provided rigging and mechanical support at height using approved rope-access procedures.
- Operated efficiently within a safety-sensitive facility, adhering to time-critical shutdown schedules to support project completion.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Ledcor
Fort McMurray, AB
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Supported the replacement of existing boilers with natural-gas cogeneration units on a major industrial project.
- Assisted with piping installation, live-system tie-ins, and decommissioning activities to ensure project completion and safety.
- Performed rigging, fit-up preparation and material handling for piping and mechanical components.
- Coordinated with journeypersons and other trades to maintain workflow around operating systems and critical project activities.
Pipefitter Apprentice
Stuart Olson
Red Deer, Alberta
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Facilitated vessel decommissioning, maintenance and recommissioning during scheduled plant shutdown, ensuring operational readiness.
- Executed flange preparation and bolt-up tasks in collaboration with quality-control personnel to meet safety standards.
- Operated aerial work platforms and assisted with rigging and lifting activities.
- Contributed to safe completion of assigned work within demanding shutdown schedule, enhancing team efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harry Ainlay Composite Highschool
Edmonton, AB06-2020
Steamfitter-Pipefitter - Technical Training
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Edmonton, AB07-2026
Skills
- Piping installation
- Isometric drawings
- Threaded, flanged and bolted piping systems
- Flange preparation
- Pressure testing
- Pumps, pressure safety valves and spring cans
- Pipe supports, alignment and fit-up preparation
- Shutdown procedures
- Industrial facility maintenance
- Rigging, hoisting and material handling
- Scaffold safety procedures
- Safety harness implementations
- Safety awareness
Certification
- CSTS 2020 • WHMIS 2015 • H2S Alive • Standard First Aid with CPR-C • Confined Space Entry • Fall Protection • Rope Access Level 1 • Elevated Work Platform/Aerial Work Platform • Torque and Tensioning
Timeline
Pipefitter Apprentice
GED MECHANICAL SERVICES
04.2026 - 07.2026
Pipefitter Apprentice
DAVCO
07.2024 - 04.2026
Pipefitter Apprentice
Tacten
05.2024 - 06.2024
Pipefitter Apprentice
Kiewit
03.2024 - 08.2024
Pipefitter Apprentice
Ledcor
06.2023 - 09.2023
Pipefitter Apprentice
Stuart Olson
05.2023 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Harry Ainlay Composite Highschool
Steamfitter-Pipefitter - Technical Training
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)