Have an extensive knowledge and skills with most welding processes. Also possess leadership and mentoring skills I acquired from on the job training and education courses from SAIT.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Shop Foreman / B Pressure Welder
Compass Energy Systems
10.2012 - 04.2023
Managed a 40,000 SQ ft. Welding fabrication facility for pressure vessels and process piping with over 50 employees.
Assisted with welding duties when required (piping and vessel fabrication)
Maintained and followed Alberta OHS and company safety policies to have a safe work environment.
Procured necessary tools, equipment and necessary shop materials and welding consumables.
Helped with HR responsibilities including payroll, benefits, employee needs and concerns, employee performance evaluations, and recruiting new employees.
Followed shop schedule to maintain customer deadlines.
Communicated and problem solved any issues with project engineers and managers.
Helped make sure equipment, shop building, and tools are in safe working condition and necessary repairs completed properly.
Worked closely and professionally with the QA/QC division of the company to maintain quality, and adhere to B-31 piping codes and ABSA requirements for vessel fabrication.
Helped apprentices with obtaining their journeyman certificates and worked closely with the liaison from Alberta Education.
Had an enjoyable, productive work environment with a very low employee turnover rate
B-pressure Welder/ Lead Hand Supervisor
Toromont Energy Systems / Enerflex
07.1997 - 09.2012
Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Promoted to lead hand / supervisor role within 4 years.
Welded pressure piping and vessels to proper welding codes and procedures.
Welded pressure piping and vessels to proper welding codes and procedures.
Welded pressure piping and vessels to proper welding codes and procedures.
Welded pressure piping and vessels to proper welding codes and procedures.
Welded pressure piping and vessels to proper welding codes and procedures.Welded pressure piping and vessels to proper welding codes and procedures.
Helped with fitting of pressure piping when required.
Had extensive knowledge of structural fabrication and welding processes required.
Education
Continuing Education (Management) Courses - Alberta Blue Seal Accreditation
SAIT
Calgary, AB
01.2022
B Pressure Welder Certification -
ABSA
Calgary, AB
2001
Journeyman Welder Certificate With Red Seal -
SAIT
Calgary, AB
2000
Skills
Team Training
Parts and Material Procurement
Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
Daily Progress Report
Interpreting Job Specifications
Manage Schedules
Waste Reduction
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Maintaining Clean Work Areas
Safety Management
Coordinating Daily Operations
Pipe Welding
Flux Core (FCAW) Welding
Special Alloys
MIG Welding
Wire Feed Machines
Parts Fabrication
Structural Welding
Timeline
Shop Foreman / B Pressure Welder
Compass Energy Systems
10.2012 - 04.2023
B-pressure Welder/ Lead Hand Supervisor
Toromont Energy Systems / Enerflex
07.1997 - 09.2012
Continuing Education (Management) Courses - Alberta Blue Seal Accreditation
SAIT
B Pressure Welder Certification -
ABSA
Journeyman Welder Certificate With Red Seal -
SAIT
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