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Tom Buckingham

St. Walburg,SK

Summary

A career within a safety minded company that can provide a range of challenges and advancement opportunities.

Strong work ethic, take pride in my accomplishments and able to learn quickly. Eager to develop new skills in an ongoing and rewarding environment. New challenges and training are welcomed.

Professional with solid foundation in team leadership and workflow optimization, delivering consistent project success. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining high safety standards. Known for collaborative spirit, adaptability, and results-driven mindset, ensuring team cohesion and goal achievement.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Hand Installation Specialist

BFI (GRAHAM)
05.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated team tasks to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on guidance to team members.
  • Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent product standards, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Optimized workflows with effective communication among team members, resulting in higher quality output.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of company policies and trained employees on rules and procedures regularly.
  • Adhered to industry safety protocols and enforced team member compliance.
  • Adapted quickly to changing priorities, ensuring seamless transitions between tasks without compromising deadlines or quality standards.
  • Fostered open lines of communication within the team using regular feedback sessions, promoting collaboration and preventing misunderstandings.
  • Bolstered workplace morale through positive reinforcement techniques, resulting in improved teamwork dynamics.
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.

Dual Red Seal Welding/Millwright

Local 1021 Various Contractors
01.2010 - Current
  • Cameco – Key Lake Uranium Mine
  • Mine maintenance and Pm’s on all rotating equipment
  • Use of SAP program
  • Assist welders with pipefitting and various fabrications
  • APM Canada – Cory Co-generation station at Saskatoon, Sask
  • Major gas turbine inspection
  • Critical lifts including rigging, planning, inspection
  • Various Measurements
  • Promoted to union working Foreman
  • Aecon mining – K+S potash mine construction at Bethune, Sask
  • Installation of conveyors, elevators, railcar indexer and various equipment
  • Lockout Captain, trade safety liaison, Job Stewart
  • Operation of Various equipment
  • Equipment walkdowns with customers
  • Abco Supply – EB Cambell hydro electric station with Saskpower at Nipawin, Sask
  • Wicket gate bushing removal in bottom ring and headcover with rotor installed
  • Disassembly of head cover components
  • Working foreman, timesheets, training, daily tailboards and safety talks
  • Job Planning, Material Staging, Tool Purchasing and inventory
  • Equipment and parts inspections and measurements
  • Scheduling of daily tasks including shipping and handeling of parts and equipment
  • Welding, crane operation
  • Re-assembly and alignment checks, servo motor installation and set wicket gates
  • Siemens – Wellington hydro electric station with Saskpower at Uranium City, Sask
  • Removal of rotor poles on horizontal rotor
  • Welding to wedges for removal
  • Material inspection and storage
  • Aecon Western – Queen Elizabeth Power Station expansion with Saskpower at Saskatoon, Sask
  • Gas and Steam Turbine installation
  • Rigging, material handling and inspection
  • Layout, survey and the Installment of a traveling screen in pumphouse
  • Various welding
  • Alstom Power – Hydro Damn Refurbishment project with Saskpower at Island Falls, Sask
  • Materials handling, Shipping and crating parts, receiving and inspections
  • Rigging, Operating 75-ton bridge crane
  • Measurements, N3 level, Wire Mic, Inside/Outside micrometers, Feeler gauges
  • Line Boring
  • Alignment, Turbine, Guide Bearings, Servo motors, Wicket Gates
  • BFI – PCS Allan Potash expansion (Above ground)
  • Welding, Pump Bases, Belt take ups
  • Alignment, pumps, motors, gearboxes
  • Kewit – North Battleford Energy Center Steam Turbine
  • Welding, main supports, flashing
  • Rigging, critical lifts of turbine and covers
  • Grouting, sole plates for generator
  • Measurements, N-3 level, micrometers
  • Kamtec – Agrium Potash Mine (Above ground)
  • Rebuilds, drag conveyors, agitators, belts
  • Installs, various equipment
  • LML/Tartan – Saskpower Poplar River Power Station (Above ground)
  • Rebuilds, coal crushing mills
  • Welding, Pad welding, 9018 SMAW, ID fan blade nose repairs

Oil Field Project Management

Gear Energy
05.2018 - 05.2024
  • Established a robust system for tracking/reporting key performance indicators related to oil production activities, driving continuous improvement efforts and enhancing overall operational effectiveness.
  • Developed strong relationships with suppliers, securing cost-effective deals for materials and services needed in on going Oil production operations.
  • Maintained detailed records of production volumes enabling accurate tracking of project progress and resource allocation.
  • Served as an effective leader on-site by motivating team members and prioritizing individual growth opportunities through coaching sessions or skill development resources access provision.
  • Promoted adherence to company policies/industry standards concerning health/safety regulations while emphasizing importance among crew members thus achieving compliance consistently over time.
  • Performed regular equipment maintenance and repairs, minimizing downtime and extending the life of critical assets.
  • Optimized resource usage across multiple projects simultaneously by coordinating appropriate personnel/equipment allocations based upon specific project needs requirements.
  • Streamlined communication between various departments involved in the drilling process for improved efficiency and collaboration.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of operational equipment for extraction components before each shift to ensure optimal performance during operations.
  • Collaborated with geologists and engineers to optimize drilling plans, increasing overall production rates.
  • Maintained machinery, tools and vehicles in good working order to prevent unnecessary operational delays.
  • Kept close eye on gauge readouts and listened to machinery to assess current conditions and adjust settings.
  • Managed and completed well modification and stimulation programs, bolstering oil and gas recovery.
  • Managed project components such as operations, providing quotations, equipment management, and HSE compliance.

Technical Advisor, Installation Specialist

Alstom, GE, Voith, Andritz
02.2010 - 04.2018
  • Served as primary point of contact for technical issues.
  • Enforced use of prescribed technical procedures, designing monitoring protocols to confirm compliance with guidelines.
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring optimal integration of new technologies and systems.
  • Advised project managers on simultaneous technical workstreams, aiding in alignment of broader business goals.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional development opportunities aimed at enhancing skill sets and knowledge base.
  • Contributed technical oversight to assist team project fulfillment.
  • Developed effective strategies for risk mitigation, proactively identifying potential problems before they escalated into costly setbacks.
  • Reduced downtime and improved productivity with proactive troubleshooting and timely resolution of technical issues.
  • Enhanced system performance by conducting thorough technical assessments and providing expert recommendations.
  • Collaborated with personnel to provide updated knowledge regarding industry application standards and specifications.
  • Evaluated technical control manuals and operational documentation, editing content for clarity and compliance OSHA standards.
  • Served as a key liaison between clients and internal teams, facilitating clear communication on project requirements and deliverables.
  • Promoted adherence to industry standards and best practices within the organization, elevating overall operational excellence.
  • Conducted regular audits for compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, minimizing exposure to fines or penalties resulting from noncompliance.
  • Facilitated seamless migrations from legacy systems to cutting-edge platforms with minimal disruption to day-to-day operations.
  • Monitored technology infrastructure against core standards to provide technical assessment and advisory services.
  • Monitored alignment of individual development teams with policies, suggesting changes and remediation efforts where needed.
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of products/services while maintaining cost-effective pricing structures.
  • Standardized technical operations reporting parameters to reduce wasted and redundant effort across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Analyzed audit findings to detect operational weaknesses for referral to management as potential areas of development focus.
  • Assessed client needs, devising tailored solutions that aligned with their unique objectives and constraints.
  • Provided comprehensive training sessions for employees, fostering a more technologically adept workforce.
  • Designed technical diagnostic timelines to determine technical change viability without disrupting operations.
  • Championed innovation within the organization by staying abreast of emerging technologies and identifying opportunities for strategic implementation.
  • Played an instrumental role in the successful completion of critical projects, consistently meeting deadlines while adhering to budgetary restrictions.
  • Reviewed technical guidelines to verify compliance with information security standards and best practices.
  • Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
  • Coordinated secure system access of users to various department systems and platforms.
  • Managed life cycle replacement of hardware
  • Liaised with other departments to minimize network interruptions and possible downtimes.
  • Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
  • Reduced safety incidents by conducting regular site inspections and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
  • Kept sites compliant with OSHA and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Assumed responsibility for personnel deployed to work site.
  • Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
  • Coordinated site investigations, documented issues, and escalated to executive teams.
  • Maintained detailed records of all site activities, providing valuable data for future planning efforts and analysis of best practices in site management techniques.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Welder/Picker Operator/Millwright

Platinum Energy Services Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2010
  • Operating a picker for pump jack maintenance
  • Hauling, Installations, Bearings, Seals, Alignments, Gears, Inspections and welding
  • Paper work and public relations

Driller/Welder

McAllister Drilling Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Driller on a rig with a crew of 3 – 5 men
  • Responsible for maintaining equipment daily
  • Train men and make them aware of hazards
  • Build and service equipment during spring breakup

Education

Journeyman Welding Red Seal -

Lakeland College
Vermillion, Ab
01.2006

Journeyman Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal -

SIAST Kelsey Campus
Saskatoon, Sk
01.2013

Skills

  • Reading and understanding drawings
  • Organizing my time and tasks efficiently
  • Prioritization of task
  • Multitasking
  • Planning
  • Leadership skills
  • Filling out quality documentation
  • Able to work to a high degree of detail
  • Precision measuring
  • Layout and machine foundation
  • Welding
  • Computer Skills (basic Excel and Word)
  • Equipment installation
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Documentation control
  • Deadline management
  • Installation planning
  • Field operations
  • Blueprint reading
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Crew management
  • Data analysis
  • Risk management
  • Cost estimation
  • Electrical
  • Site supervision
  • Diagnostics and troubleshooting
  • Effective communication
  • Decision-making
  • Safety management
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Equipment testing
  • Quality assurance
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Technical communication
  • Emergency response
  • Tool installation and alignment
  • Equipment calibration
  • Inventory oversight

Accomplishments

  • 01/01/04, Journeyman Welding Red Seal from Lakeland College, Vermillion, AB
  • 01/01/09, Class 1A
  • 01/01/09, Journeyman Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal from SIAST Kelsey Campus, Saskatoon, SK

Functional Summary

Strong work ethic, take pride in my accomplishments and able to learn quickly. Eager to develop new skills in an ongoing and rewarding environment. New challenges and training are welcomed.

Trades And Achievements

  • Journeyman Red Seal – Welder
  • Journeyman Red Seal – Millwright
  • Class 1A Drivers License
  • CWB Welding – 4 Position 7018 SMAW

Timeline

Lead Hand Installation Specialist

BFI (GRAHAM)
05.2024 - Current

Oil Field Project Management

Gear Energy
05.2018 - 05.2024

Technical Advisor, Installation Specialist

Alstom, GE, Voith, Andritz
02.2010 - 04.2018

Dual Red Seal Welding/Millwright

Local 1021 Various Contractors
01.2010 - Current

Welder/Picker Operator/Millwright

Platinum Energy Services Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2010

Driller/Welder

McAllister Drilling Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2008

Journeyman Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Red Seal -

SIAST Kelsey Campus

Journeyman Welding Red Seal -

Lakeland College

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