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Michael Wainman

Saskatoon,SK

Summary

Skilled Surveyor knowledgeable about equipment operation, computer-aided mapping and use of historical data. Accomplished in laser scanning for as-built drawings, accident recreation and terrain movement evaluation. Over 10 years experience in land surveying for commercial, residential and industrial projects.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Land Surveyor Party Chief

Larson Surveys
08.2013 - Current
  • Generated legal description, measurements and geographical characteristics for plan of survey.
  • Increased project efficiency through effective coordination with utility companies, government agencies, and other stakeholders during the planning stages.
  • Entered legal descriptions, lot sizes and other data into online databases through AutoCAD, SurvCAD and CADD interfaces.
  • Prepared GIS maps and written reports clearly depicting boundaries, landmarks and notable geographical features and loaded data into AutoCAD for design use.
  • Lead survey assistants during projects, responsible for surveying new buildings for construction including the location and elevation.
  • Prepare topographic surveys for general design and grading use.

Central Vacuum Installer

Built In Vacuum Services
02.2011 - 08.2013


  • Mount vacuum systems in mechanical rooms and install exhaust system to exterior of home
  • Install central vacuum systems in new construction builds, run wiring and plumbing throughout homes to ensure vacuum system has optimal usability.
  • Provide troubleshooting and repair for calls requiring service, repair equipment and electric motors in vacuum.
  • Sell vacuum systems and equipment with accessories, hoses, brushes etc.


Technician

Sport Mart - Forzani Group
03.2008 - 01.2011
  • Service sporting equipment such as bicycles, skis, snowboards.
  • Scheduled maintenance and repair tasks in alignment with production deadlines to reduce bottlenecks.
  • Sharpen skates
  • Maintain shop supply inventory
  • Organize customer equipment during drop off and schedule pick up time.
  • Assemble sporting equipment for sale
  • Cleaning store, mopping, vacuuming, empty trash, clean washrooms.
  • unload new merchandise from trucks and assist entering product into system.







Education

High School Diploma -

Marion M. Graham Collegiate
Saskatoon, SK
06.2009

Skills

  • Complete surveys with maximum accuracy for legal plans, new construction builds, and design purposes
  • City of saskatoon zoning and regulations knowledge
  • Topographic mapping
  • Use GPS system for data collection, Sokkia total stations for measurments and layouts
  • Drafting with AutoCAD
  • Computer use to prepare survey documents, collect plans of survey, excel spreadsheets for data organization
  • Foundation Inspections
  • Verbal/written communication with clients to ensure projects meet expectations and standards
  • Proficient with hand tools and power tools
  • Training and mentoring new surveyors on basic practices and principles
  • Mathematical Calculations
  • Plot plans and communicate with draftsmen on projects of all scales
  • Decision-Making using evidence found to come to conclusions on appropriate boundary and location problems

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

-WHIMIS certified as of March 31, 2022

Timeline

Land Surveyor Party Chief

Larson Surveys
08.2013 - Current

Central Vacuum Installer

Built In Vacuum Services
02.2011 - 08.2013

Technician

Sport Mart - Forzani Group
03.2008 - 01.2011

High School Diploma -

Marion M. Graham Collegiate
Michael Wainman