Open To Work
Tobias Krekoski
Fort McMurray,Canada
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record in production management and safety compliance. Known for implementing effective training programs and maintaining a zero-incident rate across all operations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner and Operator
Silverback Insulation Services
Fort McMurray, AB
04.2018 - Current
- Successfully manage a business, a staff with a zero-incident rate
- Coordinate, manage, and monitor production targets
- Wrote and implemented a company safety program; earned COR certification
- Plan and implement effective strategies for the financial well-being of the company
- Liaise with client's top management; develop strategy for efficiency and production
- Interpret construction drawings of all types and provide estimates to clients regarding manpower, time lines, and materials required
Superintendent
Brock Group
Kitimat, British Columbia
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Led fast-paced fabrication shop operations with CNC machines, driving productivity improvements.
- Managed insulation activities for Train 2 compressors while enforcing quality assurance standards.
- Supervised over 200 employees, delivering training on tools and equipment usage.
- Engaged in discussions addressing operational challenges, fostering effective solutions.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety protocols at construction sites.
- Facilitated coordination of material procurement processes for timely job site delivery.
- Reviewed project blueprints to determine labor requirements for efficient job completion.
- Ensured all equipment maintenance adhered to manufacturer guidelines for optimal performance.
Superintendent
Altrad
Kitimat, British Columbia
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed a successful team in a fast-paced fabrication shop equipped with state-of-the-art CNC machines.
- Assisted in scheduling work assignments and resource allocation.
- Supported team members with tools and equipment training.
- Engaged in problem-solving discussions to address operational challenges.
- Maintained accurate records such as daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports, for each project.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Provided technical guidance and assistance in resolving day-to-day construction problems.
- Coordinated safety meetings and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Ensured that all equipment is properly maintained and serviced in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
Projects General Foreman and Insulation Quality Control
Soogadin Industrial Inc.
Fort McMurray, AB
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Successfully manage scaffold and insulation crews on two separate projects with a zero-incident rate
- Estimate insulation scope
- Create client approved ITP's and turnover documentation
- Attend client coordination and client update meetings
- Manage company day to day activities
- Implement and manage company safety program and quality control program
Insulation Foreman
Tracer
Fort McMurray, AB
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Supervision of between 8 - 10 person crew in the gas oil units
- Accountable for the safety, production, and reliability of daily operations
- Coordinate with management to review and optimize short term plans
- Maintained a zero-incident rate for myself and my team
- Directed safety meetings; maintained a work area that adhered to safety standards
Insulation Coordinator / Night Shift General Foreman
Brock
Redwater, AB
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Improved earned man hours' percentage factor; increased productivity
- Developed a spreadsheet to coordinate insulators and scaffolders by plant turnover systems
- Monitored shift production activities; created reports
Insulation General Foreman, DEBO Project / Fall TA
Jacobs
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Obtained target zero goal of no incidents / injuries
- Attended daily client progress meetings to assess operations
- Performed safety audits on all trade activities
Insulation Superintendent, CNRL HELP Project
Tracer
Fort McMurray, AB
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Managed, mentored, supervised a 110 person crew
- Identified and developed work plans for all industrial scope work
- Tracked progress for client using self developed spreadsheet
- Directed safety meetings; maintained a work area that complied with safety standards
Insulation General Foreman, Nova Joffre E2 Revamp Project
KBR
Red Deer, AB
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Managed, mentored, supervised a 45 person crew
- Coordinated entire portion of insulation work; identified and estimated missing scope of work
- Tracked operation progress, material use; documented for daily client meetings
- Met target of zero incidents; led daily tool box, safety meetings
Insulation Foreman, Sundance Power Generating Facility
Fuller Austin
Edmonton, AB
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Completed a large scale asbestos abatement job
- Facilitated numerous investigations regarding safety and efficiency
Insulation Foreman, Syncrude FFT Project
Fuller Austin
Fort McMurray, AB
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Supervised the insulation team
- Tracked operation progress, material use
- Met target of zero incidents
Journeyman Insulator
Altair
Calgary, AB
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Accountable for the safety, production, and reliability of daily operations
- Ensured and delivered client satisfaction
- Maintained adherence to safety protocol
Journeyman Insulator, Suncor Tailings
Casman Construction
Fort McMurray, AB
06.2014 - 10.2014
- Accountable for the safety, production, and reliability of daily operations
- Ensured and delivered client satisfaction
- Maintained adherence to safety protocol
Insulation General Foreman, Suncor Turn Around Upgrading and Utilities
Fuller Austin
Fort McMurray, AB
03.2013 - 05.2014
- Managed, mentored, supervised between 100 - 300 team members
- Improved client's safety record through compliance audits, enforcement, safety culture change
Education
Alberta Blue Seal Achievement - Business Competencies
Blue Seal Program
01.2018
Alberta Industrial Construction Crew Supervisor -
Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry TrainingAct
01.2018
Better Supervision -
Building Trades of Alberta
01.2017
Alberta Interprovincial Insulator Journeyman - Years 1, 2, 3, 4
NAIT, Western Campus
01.1999
High School Diploma -
Keyano College
01.1999
Leadership in Organization, Introduction to Project Management
Athabasca University
Skills
- Leadership
- CNC machine operations
- Production management
- Safety compliance
- Construction blueprint interpretation
- Material procurement coordination
- Training and mentoring
- Quality assurance enforcement
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Recruitment and hiring
- Material procurement
- Blueprint interpretation
- Employee discipline
- Project estimation and bidding
- Construction supervision
- Construction management
- Key decision making
- Project management
- Safety program implementation
- Production targeting
- Construction estimation
- Equipment maintenance
- Team leadership
- Mentoring
- Motivating
- Team Building
- Innovation
- Strategic Thinking
- Results Orientation
- Operational Procedures
- Efficiency
- Production Strategies
References
These are available upon request.
Certification And Training
- ACSA - Auditor Training Program, Basic Instructional Techniques, Communication and Ethics for the Safety Leader, Alberta Occupational Health & Safety Legislation Awareness, Leadership for Safety Excellence, Principles of Health & Safety Management, WHMIS - Train the Trainer, Worksite Investigation Basics, KBR Supervisor Training Program
- CSTS - 09 Upgrade
- OSSA - WHMIS, Driving in the Mine, Safe Work Permits, End - User Fall Protection, Regional Orientation, Elevated Work Platform, H2S Alive
- Standard First Aid - Level C / AED
- Operating MS Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe; knowledge of SAP; payroll best practices training; WEBCAT employee training tracker
Qualifications Summary
I bring to this position twenty seven years of specialized experience in a supervisory position in the industrial construction sector. I consistently demonstrate excellent leadership skills in the areas of designing production operations, work procedures, and improving processes. I have a proven track record regarding cost savings and maintain a strong focus on best practices to mentor and to motivate staff and to ensure safety, reliability, and production in the energy sector.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Superintendent
Brock Group
11.2024 - 09.2025
Superintendent
Altrad
06.2023 - 11.2024
Projects General Foreman and Insulation Quality Control
Soogadin Industrial Inc.
07.2022 - 05.2023
Owner and Operator
Silverback Insulation Services
04.2018 - Current
Insulation Foreman
Tracer
06.2017 - 08.2017
Insulation Coordinator / Night Shift General Foreman
Brock
01.2017 - 04.2017
Insulation General Foreman, DEBO Project / Fall TA
Jacobs
06.2016 - 12.2016
Insulation Superintendent, CNRL HELP Project
Tracer
08.2015 - 03.2016
Insulation General Foreman, Nova Joffre E2 Revamp Project
KBR
04.2015 - 08.2015
Insulation Foreman, Sundance Power Generating Facility
Fuller Austin
04.2015 - 08.2015
Insulation Foreman, Syncrude FFT Project
Fuller Austin
10.2014 - 03.2015
Journeyman Insulator
Altair
06.2014 - 10.2014
Journeyman Insulator, Suncor Tailings
Casman Construction
06.2014 - 10.2014
Insulation General Foreman, Suncor Turn Around Upgrading and Utilities
Fuller Austin
03.2013 - 05.2014
Alberta Blue Seal Achievement - Business Competencies
Blue Seal Program
Alberta Industrial Construction Crew Supervisor -
Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry TrainingAct
Better Supervision -
Building Trades of Alberta
Alberta Interprovincial Insulator Journeyman - Years 1, 2, 3, 4
NAIT, Western Campus
High School Diploma -
Keyano College
Leadership in Organization, Introduction to Project Management
Athabasca University