Patrick Dowman
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Retired professional. Competes as a master's track and field athlete with a focus on high jump. Aims to achieve high jump record before age 70.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Supervisor
City of Toronto
1990.01 - Current
- Involved with the implementation of Works Management System.
- Work with Management in making process decisions and changes.
- Direct, teach and train Plant Technicians, Millwrights and electricians.
- Able to lead and supervise while planning and scheduling of work.
- Able to handle labour relations matters while adhering to the collective agreement.
- Able to demonstrate open communication, mutual respect and lead by example.
- Involved in Site Acceptance Tests of new equipment and processes.
- Liaise with contractors, consulting engineers, plant technicians and maintenance in planned and approved shutdowns of equipment and processes.
- Provide input into Capital works and budget considerations.
- Computer literate.
- I am a strong team player who leads by example.
- Gained extensive experience working in a unionized environment as an AR supervisor using negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Represented the city of Toronto competing against various other municipal regions around the country.
Plant Technician
City of Toronto
1977.04 - Current
- Started working as a plant technician in April 1977. 41 years of experience as a plant technician starting with the City of Cape Town South Africa and the last 31 years with the City of Toronto.
- Have extensive work experience in Process and Maintenance in a Class 4 facility.
- Worked the last 3 years as acting Area Supervisor at Highland Creek Treatment Plant.
- Worked in 3 water treatment facilities namely conventional activated sludge, 2 water reclamation plants and pump stations in Cape Town South Africa
- I am highly Motivated and an excellent team player.
- Able to work well with Management, staff and outside contractors.
- Able to Coordinate work activities and respond to emergency situations while minimizing impact on staff and service delivery.
- Employee # 595827
- Home: 416 887 4462
- Bus: 416 392 2369
- Patrick.dowman@toronto.ca
Service Technician
Hillrom
1990.02 - 2002.09
- Diagnosed and repaired medical equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline service processes and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks, identifying potential issues before they impacted equipment functionality.
- Trained junior technicians on equipment handling, troubleshooting techniques, and safety protocols.
- Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
Education
Certificate - Maintenance Management Professional
George Brown College
2014-01
License - Class 4 Wastewater Operator
1999-01
Diploma - Water and Wastewater Treatment
Athlone Tech
Cape Town, South Africa1987-01
Certificate - Electronics
Athlone Tech
Cape Town, South Africa1983-01
High School - undefined
Livingstone High
Cape Town, South Africa1975-01
Skills
Team management
Production management
Task delegation
Multi-unit management
Employee performance management
Project management
Reporting skills
Scheduling and Time-tracking
Languages
English
Full Professional
City of Toronto Continuing Education Courses
- Confined space
- Effective communication
- Basic Mathematics—Ministry of environment
- Beginner Millwrights course
- Electrical safety
- Health and Safety Certificate
- Sludge accountability Certificate
- Human rights in the workplace
- Preparing to move into supervision
CUST
- Human Resources
- City of Toronto
- 4th Floor, Metro Hall
- 55 John Street
- Toronto, Ontario
- M5V 3C6
- 29th March 2018
- Re: Job ID # 2300114 — Area Supervisor Process Operation and Maintenance
- I have been working at highland Creek Treatment Plant as an Alternate Rate Area Supervisor for the past two and a half years in this currently advertised position. I have 39 years of experience working in Wastewater processes, the last 28 years spent as a Class 4 Plant Technician.
- I deal regularly with Management, Engineering consultants, contractors and staff in planning and executing shutdowns and directing the daily operations at Highland Creek Treatment Plant. I am also involved with the implementation of the works management System, time keeping and training of new employees.
- I am a certified Joint Health and Safety Committee member at Highland Creek.
- From 1998 to 2009 I was a member of the Highland Creek Challenge team. Here I learned the importance of teamwork, leadership skills, troubleshooting processes, mechanical skills and Laboratory technology all of which is pertinent to this position.
- In 2014 I completed a three year Maintenance Management Professional course. This course taught me about being proactive with predictive and preventive maintenance and how to prevent breakdowns of Equipment.
- I completed a Pilot Project called Sludge Accountability.
- I am very Passionate, enthusiastic and an analytical worker who strives to achieve the very best outcomes. I am organised innovative and thorough in my duties as Area Supervisor.
- Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to being interviewed for this position.
- Yours sincerely
- Patrick Dowman
Timeline
Service Technician
Hillrom
1990.02 - 2002.09
Area Supervisor
City of Toronto
1990.01 - Current
Plant Technician
City of Toronto
1977.04 - Current
Certificate - Maintenance Management Professional
George Brown College
License - Class 4 Wastewater Operator
Diploma - Water and Wastewater Treatment
Athlone Tech
Certificate - Electronics
Athlone Tech
High School - undefined
Livingstone High