Lucas J Pieklo
Calgary
Summary
Experienced professional and manager with a strong track record of successfully overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely delivery. Adept in strategic planning, budget management, and risk assessment. Excels in navigating project management challenges and fostering team collaboration for a results-driven environment. Recognized for reliability, leadership skills, and effective communication. Committed to driving success in every endeavor.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator
Stuart Olson INC.
11.2024 - Current
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
- Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
Power System Technologist
Stuart Olson INC
10.2024 - Current
- High voltage commissioning and Acceptance testing
- Test and commission various high voltage system components including relays, transformers and breakers
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Delivered exceptional customer support by resolving technical issues promptly and effectively, leading to increased client satisfaction and retention.
- Established a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the technology team, enhancing overall skills and capabilities.
Electrical Systems Technologist / Project Manager
Rodan Energy Solutions
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed province wide program overseeing generation revenue metering in Alberta, ensuring compliance with AESO, AUC, and Measurement Canada.
- Analyzed system requirements for each site to confirm regulatory compliance, and metering / Instrument Transformer requirements, reviewing and creating electrical drawings as required
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and quality standards.
- Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
- Programming of Revenue meters and cellular modems, to ensure seamless communication to devices
- Reviewed program details to ensure profitability and balance with client needs
- Reduced system downtime, proactively monitoring and upgrading network infrastructure.
- Reviewed all work post completion to ensure system operating as intended, as well as supported clients in case of trouble shooting requirements
High Voltage Field service Representative II
REV Engineering
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Team-lead Primary Engineering / Enmax transformer acceptance testing, streamlining reporting for greater accuracy
- Ensured safety compliance in all field activities, adhering to company guidelines and industry regulations.
- Developed lasting relationships with clients through excellent communication and professionalism.
- Performed commissioning, acceptance, and maintenance testing on medium and high voltage equipment, ensuring code compliance
- Performed Arc Flash analysis and drawing markup, ensuring up to date accurate drawings and schematics
- Confirmed wiring accuracy, relay performance accuracy on modular substation construction
- Created testing reports and presented post job support, standing by the quality of my work well after completion
- Researched standards in NETA, CEC, ANSI to confirm compliance
Locomotive Mechanical Supervisor
Canadian Pacific Railway
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Planned locomotive travel through the eastern corridor (Toronto-Quebec-Nova Scotia-Maine-New York), ensuring efficient cost-effective locomotive movement
- Planned locomotive maintenance, reducing dwell time, ensuring we served out customers as efficiently as possible, using software such as sharepoint and SAP
- Supervised unionized staff and tasks, maintaining positive relationship with union
- Participated in union investigations and compliance issues
- Learned the in and outs of locomotive operation and function
- Learned the standards to TC and FRA
- Ensured quality control with meticulous inspection of completed work, addressing any discrepancies promptly.
- Delegated team assignments, reviewed work and set schedules to maintain optimal coverage of all mechanical needs.
Executive Chef
Various
01.2004 - 09.2019
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
- Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Participated in community outreach events such as charity dinners or fundraisers to give back to the local community while promoting brand awareness.
- Crafted unique dishes that significantly increased restaurant reputation and customer base.
Education
Electrical Engineering Technology -
SAIT POLYTECHNIC
01.2021
CET - Awaiting Board Review -
ASET
09-2024
Equi-potential Grounding And Bonding -
Suncor
10-2024
High Voltage Isolation -
Suncor
10-2024
Schneider ION Setup/PME -
Schneider
05-2024
Certified NETA High Voltage Tester -
NETA
01.2021
REVIT -
SAIT
01.2020
Culinary Management -
Niagara Culinary Institute
01.2004
Skills
- Project Management and Co-ordination
- Electrical drawing creation and review
- Standards knowledge-proficient in CEC, NETA, ANSI, IEC, AUC, AESO
- Team implementation and management
- Supplier contract negotiation
- Budget and inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- System analysis
- Effective communication
- Data management
- Workflow optimization
- Client relationship management
- Safety compliance
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 50 staff members.
- Achieved increased profits through effectively helping with inventory management, contract negotiations and waste reduction.
Certification
- CET - (waiting for Board review)- ASET. 2024
- NETA Certified Tester - NETA - 2021
- Schneider PME - Schneider - 2024
- Electrical Isolation - Suncor - 2024
- Equipotential Grounding and Bonding - Suncor - 2024
- PME - preparing to achieve in short order.
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Stuart Olson INC.
11.2024 - Current
Power System Technologist
Stuart Olson INC
10.2024 - Current
Electrical Systems Technologist / Project Manager
Rodan Energy Solutions
07.2023 - 07.2024
High Voltage Field service Representative II
REV Engineering
10.2022 - 05.2023
Locomotive Mechanical Supervisor
Canadian Pacific Railway
09.2021 - 09.2022
Executive Chef
Various
01.2004 - 09.2019
Certified NETA High Voltage Tester -
NETA
REVIT -
SAIT
Culinary Management -
Niagara Culinary Institute
Electrical Engineering Technology -
SAIT POLYTECHNIC
CET - Awaiting Board Review -
ASET
Equi-potential Grounding And Bonding -
Suncor
High Voltage Isolation -
Suncor
Schneider ION Setup/PME -
Schneider