Patrick Rowe

Event Logistics & AV Technician – Production World

• Transported staging, lighting, audio, and video equipment to venues for concerts, festivals, corporate events, and entertainment productions.
• Executed full setup and teardown of screens, speakers, projectors, trusses, and control systems under tight deadlines and varying site conditions.
• Assisted with rigging, cable routing, and power distribution to ensure safe and efficient operation of AV systems.
• Coordinated with production managers, artists, and technical crews to meet event specifications and adapt to last-minute changes.
• Operated and tested sound and video equipment to ensure optimal performance during live shows.
• Maintained inventory of gear, performed basic repairs, and ensured all equipment was road-ready and compliant with safety standards.
• Supported load-in/load-out logistics, including truck packing, site layout planning, and gear protection.
• Worked in high-pressure environments requiring teamwork, problem-solving, and physical endurance.

Pipeline Maintenance Technician | Imperial Oil Contractor)

• Performed maintenance, inspection, and repair on large-diameter process and tailings pipelines across the Kearl Lake oil sands site.
• Conducted leak detection, pressure testing, and flow monitoring to ensure pipeline integrity and minimize downtime.
• Assisted in disassembly, replacement, and reinstallation of pipe sections, valves, and flanges using appropriate tools and rigging equipment.
• Operated loaders and other heavy equipment to transport, load, and unload large-diameter pipe and materials safely within the mine site.
• Supported hot and cold work on slurry, water, and hydrocarbon lines under strict safety and environmental standards.
• Collaborated with maintenance planners, operators, and contractors to coordinate shutdowns and repair schedules.
• Ensured compliance with Imperial Oil and Syncrude safety protocols, including confined space entry, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and hazard assessments (FLHA/JHA).
• Operated hydraulic torque tools, pipe cutters, flange spreaders, and alignment systems for precise maintenance work.
• Documented all maintenance activities in a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) for traceability and reporting.
• Contributed to continuous improvement by identifying pipeline wear patterns and recommending preventive maintenance strategies.

Oilfield Technician – Petrospec Engineering

• Installed fiber optic sensors with piezoelectric ends to capture downhole data from oil rigs.
• Managed fiber deployment from spools, ensuring accurate placement and secure clamping along casing walls.
• Performed wire clamping procedures and tripping operations to position sensors at target depths.
• Assisted in coil tubing setup and rig-in processes for well monitoring and intervention tasks.
• Collaborated with engineers and rig crews to ensure safe and efficient data acquisition operations.
• Maintained equipment integrity and followed safety protocols in high-pressure oilfield environments.

• Installed and routed fiber optic cable from main distribution points to individual residential units
• Operated trenching equipment and hand tools to dig, lay, and secure underground conduit systems
• Interpreted site plans and utility maps to ensure accurate cable placement and avoid service disruptions
• Performed cable splicing, termination, and testing to verify signal integrity and connectivity
• Collaborated with utility companies and homeowners to coordinate access and minimize disruption
• Ensured compliance with safety standards and local regulations during excavation and installation
• Documented daily progress, material usage, and site conditions for project tracking and reporting
• Troubleshot and resolved issues related to cable routing, signal loss, and environmental obstacles
• Maintained clean and organized work sites, restoring landscaping and surfaces post-installation
• Worked in various weather conditions and terrain to meet tight project deadlines