Hardworking maintenance person bringing 35+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Access Property Development
07.2021 - Current
Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
Journeyman Carman
Rocky Mountaineer - World's Leading Luxury Train
03.1996 - 05.2021
Inspection and repair of passenger cars.
Perform air brake test in compliance with Transport Canada.
Conducted preventive maintenance procedures and basic repairs on equipment.
Pulled or pushed track switches to reroute cars.
Inspected and securely fastened air hoses, journal boxes and handbrakes.
Controlled car coupling and uncoupling to achieve desired makeup of trains.
Monitored trains in operation to detect problems such as smoking and dragging.
Answered questions from passengers concerning train rules, stations and timetable information.
Replenished trains with supplies such as fuel, water and sand.
Heavy duty repairs
Welding, power tools, pneumatic tools
Operation Coordinator, troubleshooting all problems that occur while train is live with passengers.
Responsible for the safety and ontime performance on train.
Journeyman Carman/Relief Shift Supervisor
Via Rail
04.1990 - 02.1996
Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Scheduled staff shifts to secure adequate coverage and productive workflows.
Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Inspection, maintenance, switching of equipment and air brake test in accordance with Transport Canada.
Education
Journeyman Carman -
In House With CN Rail.
Edmonton, AB
01.1988
High School Diploma -
M.E.Lazert
Edmonton, AB
06.1984
Skills
Mechanical Expertise
Facilities Painting and Repair
Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
Light Carpentry
Facility Upkeep
Cutting Torches
Equipment Assembly
Problem-Solving Ability
Equipment Repair
Metal Cutting and Shaping
Plumbing Repairs
Troubleshooting Strengths
Safety Awareness
Groundskeeping and Landscaping
Power and Hand Tool Use
Mechanical Troubleshooting
Additional Information
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Access Property Development
07.2021 - Current
Journeyman Carman
Rocky Mountaineer - World's Leading Luxury Train
03.1996 - 05.2021
Journeyman Carman/Relief Shift Supervisor
Via Rail
04.1990 - 02.1996
Journeyman Carman -
In House With CN Rail.
High School Diploma -
M.E.Lazert
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