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Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Supported the construct and final development of the GridSim Lab. Responsible for transformer maintenance and commissioning, safety barrier installation, bonding and grounding barriers and tray, wiring and installation, equipment and materials procurement, heavy lifts and forklifting • Responsible for setting up, operating and recording results of mechanical tests on overhead power line conductors • Performed electrical integrity testing and quality of life inspections for… Show more • Supported the construct and final development of the GridSim Lab. Responsible for transformer maintenance and commissioning, safety barrier installation, bonding and grounding barriers and tray, wiring and installation, equipment and materials procurement, heavy lifts and forklifting • Responsible for setting up, operating and recording results of mechanical tests on overhead power line conductors • Performed electrical integrity testing and quality of life inspections for equipment and tools used by linemen and other power workers• Worked with high-voltage transformers, up to 240 kV, for high-potential "high-pot" testing• Process gloves through a cleaning, testing and inspecting cycle to verify the product for field usage• Clean and inspect lineman tools and other field equipment to ensure safe operation by end user• Perform calibration tests and ensure proper operation of interlock devices on testing equipment Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

• Apply knowledge of power systems drafting standards to prepare schematic and engineering drawings of protection and control systems for transmission and distribution networks• Support the completion of numerous large scale design projects, working at various stages of progression and liaising between multiple departments• Participate in point verification testing of protection systems for transformer sub-stations in support of the NMS Database and… Show more • Apply knowledge of power systems drafting standards to prepare schematic and engineering drawings of protection and control systems for transmission and distribution networks• Support the completion of numerous large scale design projects, working at various stages of progression and liaising between multiple departments• Participate in point verification testing of protection systems for transformer sub-stations in support of the NMS Database and OGCC operations Show less

Hamilton, Ontario

• Worked in a lead role on an energy research project for Mohawk College• Oversaw design and construction of a wind tunnel test bed for wind energy research• Developed a series of tests and experiments to evaluate the performance characteristics of a new vertical axis wind turbine design• Drafted a feasibility report for Mohawk College to evaluate the development of a larger scale wind tunnel research system

Toronto, Canada Area

Cargo Specialist responsible for continuously operating four tonne drag line buckets while simultaneous monitoring the status of six critical unloading indicators to prevent overload conditions and damage to vessel and main systems, maintaining a 100 tonne per hour unloading capacity.Throughout the above process, provide continuous maintenance and over watch of two main generators, one operational secondary generator, four air compressors, four cable winches and two cement pumps… Show more Cargo Specialist responsible for continuously operating four tonne drag line buckets while simultaneous monitoring the status of six critical unloading indicators to prevent overload conditions and damage to vessel and main systems, maintaining a 100 tonne per hour unloading capacity.Throughout the above process, provide continuous maintenance and over watch of two main generators, one operational secondary generator, four air compressors, four cable winches and two cement pumps, supporting primary unloading operations.Responsible for pre load/unload machinery set-up and maintenance routines. Developed and continued to streamline multiple arrival protocols ensuring all main systems are working at operational levels and all tools and equipment are in place to allow for rapid hose connections, allowing immediate commencement of operations upon arrival.Assisted Barge Master/Engineer with major maintenance and equipment repairs.Suggested improvements for the storage locations of necessary equipment and the design of the loading connectors resulting in a 50% reduction in both connection time and man-power requirements while still maintaining full productivity. Supervised tug crew while assisting on barge during specific load/unload and repair operations.Filled the need to provide training and leadership to non-communicators when challenges arose between engineers and subordinates.Owner’s representative with riding crew on tug; vessel liaison between Barge Master/Engineer and Tug Captain. Show less

Toronto, Canada Area

Conducted major vessel repair, maintenance on two vessels.Assisted Chief Engineer on major overhaul projects, replaced drive shaft on one of four main engines and upper and lower pistons on two main engines.

Sarnia, On

Solely responsible for the security, oversight and upkeep of a lake freighter in periodic lay-up for five weeks.Oversaw and maintained operational status of critical systems; steam boiler, ballast and bilge, and septic treatment.Maintained vessel security and supervise contractor work crews during layup.

Toronto, On

Responsible for overseeing vessel's shore maintenance and upkeep. Prepared vessel for international towage and scrap.Responsible for identifying and removing valuable systems and components for use on other vessels or sale.Worked with a team and independently to remove high value components for repurposing or scrap.Gained appreciation of the residual value of materials and mechanical components in industrial scrap.Ensuring conformity with established… Show more Responsible for overseeing vessel's shore maintenance and upkeep. Prepared vessel for international towage and scrap.Responsible for identifying and removing valuable systems and components for use on other vessels or sale.Worked with a team and independently to remove high value components for repurposing or scrap.Gained appreciation of the residual value of materials and mechanical components in industrial scrap.Ensuring conformity with established International environmental standards. Show less

Hamilton, On

Monitored operational status of vessels main engine and support machinery on twice daily watches.Operated main, steam-turbine propulsion , control system.Assisted engineers with routine and urgent maintenance and repairs.

Advanced Diploma, Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Political Science And Philosophy

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