Instrumentation Technician

• Feb 2022 - Present

Instrumentation Technician

• Mar 2021 - Jan 2022

Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. At customer sites throughout the province. In lab testing for Marsh Metrology, Accredited Calibration Services. Data collection and certificate preparation. Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. At customer sites throughout the province. In lab testing for Marsh Metrology, Accredited Calibration Services. Data collection and certificate preparation.

Calibration Technician

• Jun 2018 - Sep 2020

Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces (vacuum, continuous, temper). CQI-9, ASM 2750 rev E, BAC 5619. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. Certificate preparation. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004. I also built custom thermocouples and RTD’s for… Show more Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces (vacuum, continuous, temper). CQI-9, ASM 2750 rev E, BAC 5619. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. Certificate preparation. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004. I also built custom thermocouples and RTD’s for industry. AMS 2750 E calibration services for the; aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, and heat treating industries, throughout the province. Development of calibration procedures and constant improvement of methods and documentation. A2LA certified lab. Safe workplace advocate. Show less Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces (vacuum, continuous, temper). CQI-9, ASM 2750 rev E, BAC 5619. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. Certificate preparation. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004. I also built custom thermocouples and RTD’s for… Show more Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces (vacuum, continuous, temper). CQI-9, ASM 2750 rev E, BAC 5619. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. Certificate preparation. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004. I also built custom thermocouples and RTD’s for industry. AMS 2750 E calibration services for the; aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, and heat treating industries, throughout the province. Development of calibration procedures and constant improvement of methods and documentation. A2LA certified lab. Safe workplace advocate. Show less

Instrumentation Mobile Service Technician

• Feb 2014 - Sep 2017

Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004, TS-16949 NADCAP, CFIA-PWPCP, HACCP AMS 2750 E calibration services for the; aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, food and heat treating industries… Show more Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004, TS-16949 NADCAP, CFIA-PWPCP, HACCP AMS 2750 E calibration services for the; aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, food and heat treating industries, throughout the province. Development of calibration procedures and constant improvement of methods and documentation. A2LA certified lab. Safe workplace advocate. Show less Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004, TS-16949 NADCAP, CFIA-PWPCP, HACCP AMS 2750 E calibration services for the; aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, food and heat treating industries… Show more Calibration and ISO 17025 certification of temperature, pressure and relative humidity devices. Multi point calibration and set point verification. Temperature Uniformity Surveys of furnaces. Data collection and preparation including aerospace industry. ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Lab. Meeting the requirements of; ISO/IEC 9000-9004, TS-16949 NADCAP, CFIA-PWPCP, HACCP AMS 2750 E calibration services for the; aerospace, pharmaceutical, auto, food and heat treating industries, throughout the province. Development of calibration procedures and constant improvement of methods and documentation. A2LA certified lab. Safe workplace advocate. Show less

Field Technician/labourer

• 2012 - Jul 2013

Confined Space Entry Rescue Technician, providing rescue service at numerous industrial locations, under varying conditions. My work included; atmospheric monitoring, haul systems built for rescue and equipment inspections. I prepared rescue plans, field level risk assessments, lock out tag out and confined space assessments. CBRNE Emergency Response Technician, I responded to spill events throughout the province and participated in Clandestine Drug Lab dismantling. My work included;… Show more Confined Space Entry Rescue Technician, providing rescue service at numerous industrial locations, under varying conditions. My work included; atmospheric monitoring, haul systems built for rescue and equipment inspections. I prepared rescue plans, field level risk assessments, lock out tag out and confined space assessments. CBRNE Emergency Response Technician, I responded to spill events throughout the province and participated in Clandestine Drug Lab dismantling. My work included; chemical identification, Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation (ERG), hydrocarbon clean up, large industrial spills, lab packs, transformer spills and chemical responses. A 24/7 responder, a number of my emergency responses were completed at Level B. POST certified, HPC level first aid with O2 certification, TDG, Federal Regulated Motor Vehicles and Alberta Construction Safety Training. I operated equipment including, bobcat, mini vac truck, forklift, light bulb crusher, 5 gas gasponder, and PID (VOC) monitor. I mentored and trained staff (both junior and senior) and I was always an outspoken advocate for safety. Show less Confined Space Entry Rescue Technician, providing rescue service at numerous industrial locations, under varying conditions. My work included; atmospheric monitoring, haul systems built for rescue and equipment inspections. I prepared rescue plans, field level risk assessments, lock out tag out and confined space assessments. CBRNE Emergency Response Technician, I responded to spill events throughout the province and participated in Clandestine Drug Lab dismantling. My work included;… Show more Confined Space Entry Rescue Technician, providing rescue service at numerous industrial locations, under varying conditions. My work included; atmospheric monitoring, haul systems built for rescue and equipment inspections. I prepared rescue plans, field level risk assessments, lock out tag out and confined space assessments. CBRNE Emergency Response Technician, I responded to spill events throughout the province and participated in Clandestine Drug Lab dismantling. My work included; chemical identification, Federal Hazardous Materials Transportation (ERG), hydrocarbon clean up, large industrial spills, lab packs, transformer spills and chemical responses. A 24/7 responder, a number of my emergency responses were completed at Level B. POST certified, HPC level first aid with O2 certification, TDG, Federal Regulated Motor Vehicles and Alberta Construction Safety Training. I operated equipment including, bobcat, mini vac truck, forklift, light bulb crusher, 5 gas gasponder, and PID (VOC) monitor. I mentored and trained staff (both junior and senior) and I was always an outspoken advocate for safety. Show less

Environmental Field Technician III

• Apr 2009 - Feb 2011

Flow Monitoring for municipal Infiltration and Inflow studies, typically 1 year in length. My team completed confined space entries to complete installation, removal, calibration and data collection. The data I collected was prepared and analyzed. Later the data was modeled, including flow data, rainfall data, instrument calibration and continuity into the final report. Other duties included; liaison with clients, Field Investigations, Environmental Sampling, Biomass Off Gas… Show more Flow Monitoring for municipal Infiltration and Inflow studies, typically 1 year in length. My team completed confined space entries to complete installation, removal, calibration and data collection. The data I collected was prepared and analyzed. Later the data was modeled, including flow data, rainfall data, instrument calibration and continuity into the final report. Other duties included; liaison with clients, Field Investigations, Environmental Sampling, Biomass Off Gas Testing, Piezometers, BOOK 7 set ups, HOBO data loggers, rain gauges and Dye Testing. I mentored and trained staff (both junior and senior) and I was always an outspoken advocate for safety Show less Flow Monitoring for municipal Infiltration and Inflow studies, typically 1 year in length. My team completed confined space entries to complete installation, removal, calibration and data collection. The data I collected was prepared and analyzed. Later the data was modeled, including flow data, rainfall data, instrument calibration and continuity into the final report. Other duties included; liaison with clients, Field Investigations, Environmental Sampling, Biomass Off Gas… Show more Flow Monitoring for municipal Infiltration and Inflow studies, typically 1 year in length. My team completed confined space entries to complete installation, removal, calibration and data collection. The data I collected was prepared and analyzed. Later the data was modeled, including flow data, rainfall data, instrument calibration and continuity into the final report. Other duties included; liaison with clients, Field Investigations, Environmental Sampling, Biomass Off Gas Testing, Piezometers, BOOK 7 set ups, HOBO data loggers, rain gauges and Dye Testing. I mentored and trained staff (both junior and senior) and I was always an outspoken advocate for safety Show less

WWTP Plant Operator/Field Service Representative

• Jan 2007 - Mar 2009

I operated an advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant at a GE Production Plant from commissioning to compliance. As the onsite Commissioning Technician I trained staff, I worked with contractors and I was an after hours responder for plant upsets. During commissioning I assisted in the debugging of many of the plant systems including; control narrative, P&IDs, blowers, SCADA, centrifuge operations, code changes and operating set points. I calibrated, monitored and collected data… Show more I operated an advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant at a GE Production Plant from commissioning to compliance. As the onsite Commissioning Technician I trained staff, I worked with contractors and I was an after hours responder for plant upsets. During commissioning I assisted in the debugging of many of the plant systems including; control narrative, P&IDs, blowers, SCADA, centrifuge operations, code changes and operating set points. I calibrated, monitored and collected data from instrumentation for; level, pH, turbidity, liquid flow, air flow and dissolved oxygen. I completed studies on plant systems for efficiency, function and optimal operation. I was integral in confined space events, equipment purchasing and training. I completed study and equipment choice for cyclical valve operation and set points for variable frequency drives. . I completed daily plant sampling, weekly outside lab sampling and daily plant analysis. I am qualified; confined space entry, NFPA 70E, LOTO, confined space rescue, forklift, crane, first aid, TDG and fall arrest. I prepared and completed confined space entry procedures and confined space entries. I also operated a Class 2 advanced WWTP and a drinking water plant at GE headquarters in Oakville. Where I was also an emergency after hours responder. I also created numerous templates for all plant data collection and data database creation. I also created many Standard Operation Procedures. I worked with the Accelerated Testing Group at GE Headquarters carrying out research and development on existing and emerging technologies. Show less I operated an advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant at a GE Production Plant from commissioning to compliance. As the onsite Commissioning Technician I trained staff, I worked with contractors and I was an after hours responder for plant upsets. During commissioning I assisted in the debugging of many of the plant systems including; control narrative, P&IDs, blowers, SCADA, centrifuge operations, code changes and operating set points. I calibrated, monitored and collected data… Show more I operated an advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant at a GE Production Plant from commissioning to compliance. As the onsite Commissioning Technician I trained staff, I worked with contractors and I was an after hours responder for plant upsets. During commissioning I assisted in the debugging of many of the plant systems including; control narrative, P&IDs, blowers, SCADA, centrifuge operations, code changes and operating set points. I calibrated, monitored and collected data from instrumentation for; level, pH, turbidity, liquid flow, air flow and dissolved oxygen. I completed studies on plant systems for efficiency, function and optimal operation. I was integral in confined space events, equipment purchasing and training. I completed study and equipment choice for cyclical valve operation and set points for variable frequency drives. . I completed daily plant sampling, weekly outside lab sampling and daily plant analysis. I am qualified; confined space entry, NFPA 70E, LOTO, confined space rescue, forklift, crane, first aid, TDG and fall arrest. I prepared and completed confined space entry procedures and confined space entries. I also operated a Class 2 advanced WWTP and a drinking water plant at GE headquarters in Oakville. Where I was also an emergency after hours responder. I also created numerous templates for all plant data collection and data database creation. I also created many Standard Operation Procedures. I worked with the Accelerated Testing Group at GE Headquarters carrying out research and development on existing and emerging technologies. Show less

Martial Arts Instructor

• Sep 1974 - Jun 2006

I was a volunteer working with children with needs and youth at risk. Also provided self defense training to women's groups. I was a volunteer working with children with needs and youth at risk. Also provided self defense training to women's groups.

Pollution Abatement Officer

• Jun 2003 - Apr 2004

I prepared sewer use surcharge billings for industrial dischargers, I negotiated sewer surcharge and over strength billing agreements. I sampled sewers (storm and sanitary), audited industry and responded to spill events during normal hours and as an on call 24/7 responder. I programmed; auto-samplers, pH/Temperature devices and flow proportional auto-samplers. I created devices, established procedures, I made tools and I modified equipment. I trained staff at all… Show more I prepared sewer use surcharge billings for industrial dischargers, I negotiated sewer surcharge and over strength billing agreements. I sampled sewers (storm and sanitary), audited industry and responded to spill events during normal hours and as an on call 24/7 responder. I programmed; auto-samplers, pH/Temperature devices and flow proportional auto-samplers. I created devices, established procedures, I made tools and I modified equipment. I trained staff at all levels. Environmental audits, sampling and environmental investigations. I have completed; legal sampling, chain of custody, submitted reports based on my investigations. I mentored junior officers. I responded to such events as: forcemain failure, 500,000 gallon raw sewage spill, leaking underground storage tank and 2003 black out. Primary investigator on approximately 100 spills, I have testified in court and companies have been charged based on my investigations. Intensive education including: Investigation, Inspection and Enforcement Foundations (MOL), HazMat Operations level, TDG, confined space entry, fall arrest and OIT levels 1, 2, and 3. Wrote and passed Level 1 OIT WWC June 2003. I mentored and trained staff (both junior and senior) and I was always an outspoken advocate for safety

Parking System Technician

• Oct 1999 - Jun 2003

I provided daily preventative and reactive repairs for Pay and Display Systems (approx 60 machines) and Pay on Foot Systems (1 above and 1 underground lot). I repaired entry gates, pay stations, loop detectors and credit card readers. I collected monies and programmed numerous makes and models of Pay and Display stations, including; Cale, Shlumberger, Metric and Zeag. I repaired and programmed bill and coin collectors. I monitored electronic and analog equipment through the 1999… Show more I provided daily preventative and reactive repairs for Pay and Display Systems (approx 60 machines) and Pay on Foot Systems (1 above and 1 underground lot). I repaired entry gates, pay stations, loop detectors and credit card readers. I collected monies and programmed numerous makes and models of Pay and Display stations, including; Cale, Shlumberger, Metric and Zeag. I repaired and programmed bill and coin collectors. I monitored electronic and analog equipment through the 1999 - 2000 year change. I created a monitoring data base to assist with fault recognition when questioned by enforcement officials. I responded after hours calls. I trained staff, created devices, I made recommendations for system improvements, I participated in winter snow removal operations, I operated a front end loader and salter equipment. I established procedures and I brought accountability to the department with my attention to detail.

Assistant Pollution Abatement Officer

• Jan 1995 - Oct 1999

I sampled city sewers, audited industry, dye testing, storm sewer contamination studies, improper hook up investigations , responded to spill events during work hours and as a volunteer responder after hours. I programmed; auto-samplers, pH/Temperature devices and flow proportional auto-samplers. Created a plan and investigated e-coli contamination in Regional storm sewers. I created devices, established procedures, I wrote computer programs for the department used from 1995 to… Show more I sampled city sewers, audited industry, dye testing, storm sewer contamination studies, improper hook up investigations , responded to spill events during work hours and as a volunteer responder after hours. I programmed; auto-samplers, pH/Temperature devices and flow proportional auto-samplers. Created a plan and investigated e-coli contamination in Regional storm sewers. I created devices, established procedures, I wrote computer programs for the department used from 1995 to 2003, I made tools and I modified equipment. I trained staff at all levels. Environmental audits and environmental investigations. I completed; legal sampling, chain of custody, I submitted reports based on my investigations. I responded to the Plastimet FIre and I spent over 40 hours on site during the 4 day event, I took many of the samples submitted, I assisted in the sanitary and storm diversions, and I was the final investigator on site. I also responded to: 250% LEL, 45,000 L hydrocarbon spill, numerous releases to Redhill Creek. Primary investigator on approximately 80 spills, and assisted on many others. Intensive education including: Spills to the Sanitary Sewer (MOE), Inspection, Investigation and Enforcement Foundations (MOL), Parasites and Pathogens (Penn State), and Critical Incident Stress Management at the Canadian Centre For Emergency Preparedness.

4th Class Electrician

• Apr 1993 - Dec 1994

4th Class Electrician Oct. 1994 to Dec. 1994 at Woodward Avenue Waste Water Treatment Plant. I performed daily inspections of numerous buildings and instrumentation. Duties included; collection of readings, calibration of instruments and minor repairs. I also assisted in large motor installs and alignment. My work also included diesel standby and sub station work. I also mentored apprentice electricians. April 1994 to Oct 1994 - Road construction crew April 1993 to Sept 1993 - Park… Show more 4th Class Electrician Oct. 1994 to Dec. 1994 at Woodward Avenue Waste Water Treatment Plant. I performed daily inspections of numerous buildings and instrumentation. Duties included; collection of readings, calibration of instruments and minor repairs. I also assisted in large motor installs and alignment. My work also included diesel standby and sub station work. I also mentored apprentice electricians. April 1994 to Oct 1994 - Road construction crew April 1993 to Sept 1993 - Park maintenance crew

Military Spec Electronic Assembler

• Oct 1985 - May 1992

Wire and Assemble While working for Westinghouse Information Systems Division, I built military radar and sonar systems. I built electronic assemblies for the Sonar System and Navigational Switchboard for the Canadian Frigate Program. I also built sub assemblies for the NEX-RAD radar program. I swore the Canadian Oath of Secrecy and held a Military Security Clearance for work on military projects. My work was inspected to Martin Marietta military spec for electronic assemblies. I worked on… Show more Wire and Assemble While working for Westinghouse Information Systems Division, I built military radar and sonar systems. I built electronic assemblies for the Sonar System and Navigational Switchboard for the Canadian Frigate Program. I also built sub assemblies for the NEX-RAD radar program. I swore the Canadian Oath of Secrecy and held a Military Security Clearance for work on military projects. My work was inspected to Martin Marietta military spec for electronic assemblies. I worked on projects for; NATO, DND. DOD, and the FAA. Cut press shear insulation I was also a Machine Operator at Westinghouse Transformer Division. I operated 60 ton overhead crane, shear, press and tube roller. Rotor and Stator Builder Welder I was also a Rotor and Stator Builder Welder at Westinghouse Motor Division. Working in the Large motor division I assembled, pressed, welded, braised and heat shrunk large motors. Show less Wire and Assemble While working for Westinghouse Information Systems Division, I built military radar and sonar systems. I built electronic assemblies for the Sonar System and Navigational Switchboard for the Canadian Frigate Program. I also built sub assemblies for the NEX-RAD radar program. I swore the Canadian Oath of Secrecy and held a Military Security Clearance for work on military projects. My work was inspected to Martin Marietta military spec for electronic assemblies. I worked on… Show more Wire and Assemble While working for Westinghouse Information Systems Division, I built military radar and sonar systems. I built electronic assemblies for the Sonar System and Navigational Switchboard for the Canadian Frigate Program. I also built sub assemblies for the NEX-RAD radar program. I swore the Canadian Oath of Secrecy and held a Military Security Clearance for work on military projects. My work was inspected to Martin Marietta military spec for electronic assemblies. I worked on projects for; NATO, DND. DOD, and the FAA. Cut press shear insulation I was also a Machine Operator at Westinghouse Transformer Division. I operated 60 ton overhead crane, shear, press and tube roller. Rotor and Stator Builder Welder I was also a Rotor and Stator Builder Welder at Westinghouse Motor Division. Working in the Large motor division I assembled, pressed, welded, braised and heat shrunk large motors. Show less