Mike Jackson
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Canadian National Railway. Adept at leading teams and fostering collaboration, I excel in problem-solving and meeting tight deadlines. Recognized for outstanding project management and technical skills in network systems installation, I consistently drive projects to successful completion ahead of schedule.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
S&C Maintainer
Canadian National Railway
06.2005 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility. Currently in a Self directed unit, where being the senior maintainer i receive tons of calls and questions about the signal system and its workings
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Testing and maintaining main line signals, switches, and railway crossings
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Was a mentor for years running my own crews, cn and contractors, building switching plants/crossings from ground up. Reading plans, Doing locates, running and terminating cables in on-site bungalows and on signal bridges
Project Leader
Entourage Technologies
05.1999 - 11.2004
- Managed scope changes effectively, minimizing potential disruptions to timelines or budgets while still meeting client expectations.
- Supervised crews installing network systems (fibre optics and cat6 cabling) at Enmax, University of Calgary, New build Walmart stores, Ford dealerships, and Molson Indy. Had a crew of 6 and with their hard work we finished all projects before deadline, some by months (which led to big bonuses for my team and me)
- Tear down and rebuild of building network systems, pulling fiber optics from outside source, through sewers and crawl spaces, into building and into main hub room where we then ran cat 6 cable throughout entire building, usually in the ceiling (sky-jack operator, fall arrest/ fall restraint)
- Won prize at year end party, 2 years in a row, for most productive Leader and crew in Canada
Education
No Degree - Fiber Optics 1 & 2
Durham College
Oshawa, ON06-1997
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Meets deadlines and goals
- Team Leader, Team Player
- Follows rules and assignments to the end and pushes for quick turn around to start the next project
- Goal oriented
Timeline
S&C Maintainer
Canadian National Railway
06.2005 - Current
Project Leader
Entourage Technologies
05.1999 - 11.2004
No Degree - Fiber Optics 1 & 2
Durham College
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