Lincoln Ferguson

D’Arcy,BC

Summary

Experienced construction worker with excellent client and project management skills. Action-oriented with strong ability to communicate effectively with technology, executive, and business audiences. Focused on supporting jobsite work and meeting requirements by safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment. Worked closely with ground crew and equipment operators to complete on-time jobs with no safety incidents. Reliable employee seeking Building Official position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Experienced Construction worker with over 35 years of experience in construction. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator /Wastewater Collection

Village of Pemberton

Pemberton, BC

03.2014 - Current

Job duties included road maintenance and repairs, snow clearing, water service install and repairs, and sewer system infrastructure repairs
Extensive knowledge of lift station controls and troubleshooting
Minor mechanical diagnostics and repairs on all Village of Pemberton equipment
Coordinating and executing projects from start to finish, such as the One Mile
Successful completion of the Friendship Trail Bridge approach and connection
Park and dog beach, and road culvert replacements
Active member of the Village of Pemberton Safety Committee
Extensive conflict resolution skills as a result of working alongside the public on a daily basis.
Water quality improvements for One Mile Lake, canal construction, water course improvements and just recently a new water intake culvert and slide gate.
Irrigation pond construction for Sport Field Facility
Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices.
Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
Used inspection, troubleshooting and repair abilities to quickly clear mechanical issues with heavy equipment.
Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to plan optimal digging locations.
Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Removed topsoil, vegetation and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.
Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
Compiled cost estimates for jobs.
Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions when working in confined spaces.
Controlled simultaneous machine operations by communicating with and directing individual operations.
Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.

Head Equipment Operator

Pemberton Valley Dyking District

05.2012 - 03.2014

Duties varied, as the lead excavator operator I had to organize dump trucks and sight prep, deal with emergency flooding situations
Worked with engineers and environmental monitors for dyke reconstruction and/or builds.

Construction Project Manager

10.2010 - 01.2012

I took on a project to build the site and homestead property of Tom Routh and Susanna Bergstrom
This was a two-year project on the 20-acre parcel of land beside the Pemberton Valley Lodge
I coordinated and oversaw the project from the land clearing stage to roofing of the barn.

08.1997 - 05.2009

I owned and operated a local Yamaha motorsports dealership; this was a multi-line dealership that included Yamaha and Suzuki, as well a small engine repair facility
This was a successful shop in which I maintained a 98%
CSI (customer service index) until I sold the business in 2009.

Education

Fall Protection Certificate Confined Space Certificate Asbestos Awareness Handling Course Lift Station And Electrical Safety CourseLift Station And Electrical Safety, Waste Water Collection- Level One, MMCD Inspector Training -

MTS Training, MMCD Inspector Training

Dogwood Diploma - undefined

Pemberton Secondary School

1983

Skills

I have a wide variety of skills; for 15 years prior to me opening, and managing, my engine repair shop, I had worked as logger,
Loader operator, skidder operator, heavy-duty mechanic, blaster, excavator operator, quarry master, and supervisor on heavy
Construction sites in Whistler I’ve worked for many different civil infrastructure construction companies where I learned pipe laying for storm and sewer systems, water mains and service connections, including testing and commissioning In addition, I
Also developed skills in reading plans involving road grade construction and final curb-side finishing
Plan reading and site inspections for site construction and completion
I have been involved over the years in sewer and water installation inspections, predating VOP employment
Heavy equipment operations
Heavy equipment expertise
Knowledge of heavy equipment
Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Heavy equipment safety
Equipment operation experience
Equipment deployment
Calibration equipment
Equipment repair skills
Landscape equipment operation
Equipment collection and sorting
Heavy equipment repair
Heavy equipment operation
Equipment operator signals

Additional Information

I have over the years developed a positive relationship with the construction and building community.

My knowledge of construction practices due to the 35 plus years of experience allows me to notice details easily and objectively. I have dealt with numerous inspectors and engineers to favorable outcomes and completions over the years.

I completed the MMCD inspector training course about 3 years ago which has given me an insight on inspection practices and methods.

I would be exited and energized to take on the role of the Village Of Pemberton's Building Official role.

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