Thomas Christopher
Bethany,ON
Summary
Resourceful Restoration Specialist known for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in damage assessment, restoration techniques, and project management to ensure timely and effective solutions. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to navigate challenging environments and achieve desired outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heritage restoration
Roof tile management
Etobicoke, Ontario
03.2014 - Current
- Supervised on-site heritage restoration work, ensuring compliance with conservation standards and project requirements.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to guide restoration and repair work.
- Led weekly site meetings with clients to provide progress updates and address concerns.
- Carried out skilled carpentry and masonry repairs, with a focus on preserving historical features.
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, skid steers, and skid loaders for site preparation and material handling.
- Coordinated daily work activities, subcontractors, and safety protocols to ensure efficient and compliant job site operations.
Service Technician
Bancroft Marine
Bancroft, Ontario
01.2008 - 12.2014
- Diagnosed and repaired marine equipment and systems for optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on boats and machinery to ensure safety.
- Assisted customers in understanding service options and maintenance schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair workflows and processes.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the service area for operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed problems and determined solutions for various customer issues.
- Repaired faulty components such as motors, pumps, valves, switches.
- Identified potential problems during routine inspections in order to prevent future breakdowns.
Education
Saint Peter Catholic School
Peterborough, NoneSome College (No Degree) - Heavy Machinery
Fleming College
Peterborough, None 04.2008 - 08.2008
Skills
- Landscaping
- Heavy machinery operation
- Historic feature preservation
- Carpentry
- Heritage restoration
- Project coordination
- Masonry repairs
- Site safety compliance
- Client communication
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Continuous learning attitude
- Demolition and reconstruction
- Hazardous materials handling
Certification
- Heavy Machinery certification
- Working at height certification
- First aid
- Hazardous material removal certification
Affiliations
Outdoor pursuits including
- fishing
- hunting
- ATV riding
- gardening—activities that reflect a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and comfort with hands-on, physical tasks.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Heritage restoration
Roof tile management
03.2014 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Heavy Machinery
Fleming College
04.2008 - 08.2008
Service Technician
Bancroft Marine
01.2008 - 12.2014
Saint Peter Catholic School