Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Max Mackerras

Barry's Bay,ON

Summary

Versatile and dedicated, with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Blue Tongue Plumbing. Skilled in irrigation systems and cooperative teamwork, I excel in environments requiring attention to detail and safety. My experience spans plumbing repairs, landscape maintenance, and lift operation, significantly contributing to improved property standards. Hardworking with experience maintaining outdoor public and private spaces. Skilled in landscaping, plumbing and lift operating, Proven track record of successfully executing projects from start to finish, while adhering to budgets and deadlines. Dependable, self-starting individual with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GROUNDSKEEPER

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
04.2023 - Current
  • Cooperative Team Member
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Pumps & Irrigation
  • Agline Drainage
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Soil Preparation
  • Watering lawns and trees
  • Hedge and Bush Trimming
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Maintained and operated a variety of landscaping equipment including mowers, blowers, trimmers and edgers in order to maintain grounds
  • Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating and trimming, or edging around flower beds and walkways
  • Collaborated with co-workers on new ideas for improving the appearance of grounds
  • Assisted with the wildlife on the course such as grizzly bears and elk
  • Changing pin holes evenly around the course
  • Repair and patch any greens/tee boxes or fairways
  • Cut and maintain golf course to a high standard
  • Maintained cleanliness of tools and equipment used on job sites at all times
  • Monitored irrigation systems and adjusted settings to meet needs
  • Inspected condition of fences regularly for any damage or repairs needed
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance by testing pressure gauges, repairing leaks and replacing broken pipes

SKI LIFT OPERATOR

Calabogie Peaks Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024
  • Used automatic spreaders or sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass
  • Assisted with the installation of outdoor lighting fixtures in order to improve visibility on property grounds
  • Operated lift to stop, adjust speeds and start lifts
  • Educated visitors and guests in skiing, tubing and lift safety procedures
  • Maintained lift entrance, corral and pit areas by removing excess snow and performing pre-operation inspections
  • Verified best possible conditions for ramps and corrals to facilitate safe, efficient loading and unloading of customers
  • Trained to assist in helping visitors removed off ski lifts safely in emergencies
  • Hire out and size up snow gear for all guests
  • Waxed and sharpened ski's and snowboards
  • Slowed lift down or stopped it in case of high-risk or young riders
  • Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors
  • Assisted ski patrol by safely taking down the ski's/snowboard of injured guest on the hill
  • Assisted ski patrol sweeping the mountain for close
  • Maintained the terrain park
  • General maintenance in the ski lodge

PLUMBER

Blue Tongue
01.2017 - 11.2023
  • Repaired plumbing equipment and serviced over 4000 sites as a maintenance plumber
  • Installed valves, concrete slabs and supports for hot water units and piping systems
  • Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles
  • Service hot water heaters and rental properties
  • Problem solving plumbing issues in really old buildings
  • Inspected sewers and piping systems with CCTV
  • Implemented maintenance and repair for fixtures, water mains (on property) and natural gas and LPG
  • Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems
  • Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks
  • Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards
  • Cut openings in structures to accommodate pipes and pipe fittings
  • Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance
  • Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks
  • Maintain a Tidy and safe work environment
  • Check quality control of product

KITCHEN COOK

KFC
04.2016 - 12.2016
  • Maintain a good amount of food at all times to keep customers happy
  • Wash and clean the benches, floors and machines

Education

CERT III PLUMBING -

TAFE NSW
METFORD
11.2019

High School Certificate -

Kotara High School
Kotara, NSW
11.2016

Hunter Sports School
Calabogie, NSW
01.2012

Skills

  • Cooperative Team Member
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Pumps & Irrigation
  • Agline Drainage
  • Water Heater Installation
  • Leak Repair
  • Copper Soldering
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Drain Cleaning
  • Piping Installation
  • Snow Safety Understanding
  • Gear Checks
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Lift Inspection
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Soil Preparation
  • Watering lawns and trees
  • Hedge and Bush Trimming
  • Grounds Maintenance

Certification

Cert III Plumbing

Timeline

SKI LIFT OPERATOR

Calabogie Peaks Resort
11.2023 - 04.2024

GROUNDSKEEPER

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
04.2023 - Current

PLUMBER

Blue Tongue
01.2017 - 11.2023

KITCHEN COOK

KFC
04.2016 - 12.2016

CERT III PLUMBING -

TAFE NSW

High School Certificate -

Kotara High School

Hunter Sports School
Max Mackerras