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Lukas Cretney

Aurora

Summary

Seasoned tradesman in the homebuilding industry with over ten years of experience in the field. Strong understanding of all aspects of home construction and significant expertise in working with other trades, contractors and builders from the earliest stages of a project. Analytical and hands-on Mechanic with lots of experience in troubleshooting elevator systems and working with builders and other tradespeople during the installation, construction and turnover phase of projects. Strong drive to ensure quality customer service and a deep understanding of inter-communication issues arising from the expensive costs associated with elevating equipment, and its maintenance and repair.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Elevator Mechanic

Lucanus Corperation
01.2013 - Current
  • Enhanced elevator safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Strong understanding of the homebuilding process, including but not limited to the: concrete phase, framing phase, electrical, plumbing and turnover phases.
  • Significant involvement in housing additions, construction and renovations to accommodate significant structural changes to a home.
  • Experience responding to emergency calls for malfunctioning elevators, ensuring minimal disruption to building occupants daily routines.
  • Diagnosed complex mechanical issues, break replacements, rope changes, motor and pump assembly replacements etc.
  • Managed inventory of replacement parts, tools, and supplies to ensure availability for other team members.
  • Experienced with various home accessability and vehicle lifts, and their installation, maintenance and repair.
  • Experience in handicap vehicle modification, including gas-pedal modification, steering wheel modification, vehicle-body reinforcement.
  • Maintained detailed records of all services performed, ensuring accurate documentation and easy reference for future needs.
  • Assisted architects and engineers during the design phase of new and existing construction projects.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Installed new elevator systems in accordance with industry standards and local regulations, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
  • Upgraded outdated elevator components or outright replaced old units with modern alternatives.

Education

CIP - C11 (Honors)

Insurance Institute of Canada
Toronto, ON

CIP - C12

Insurance Institute of Canada
Toronto, ON

Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrician Pre-Apprenticeship

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON
05.2018

Skills

  • Residential maintenance expertise
  • Customer service
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Working hand in hand with sub-trades
  • Equipment diagnostics
  • Mechanical and Electrical Retrofits
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Equipment Installation
  • Construction safety regulations
  • Construction project coordination

Timeline

Elevator Mechanic

Lucanus Corperation
01.2013 - Current

CIP - C11 (Honors)

Insurance Institute of Canada

CIP - C12

Insurance Institute of Canada

Certificate of Technical Studies - Electrician Pre-Apprenticeship

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Lukas Cretney