Dave H.

Experience

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  Mt. Kirby Snow School (now Brimacombe Snow School)

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2005

  Ski and Snowboard Instructor
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  Wardrop Engineering (Nuclear Division)

  May 2006 - Aug 2006

  Engineering Co-op Student

  • Provided project support in Preventive Maintenance Optimization and Unit Assessment• Performed operating experience (OPEX) searches to help identify equipment maintenance issues

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  University of Waterloo Engineering Society A

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2008

  VP External
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  Suncor Energy

  Jan 2007 - Apr 2007

  Engineering Co-op Student

  • Reviewed heat exchanger and pressure vessel work packages prior to release for construction• Provided mechanical engineering support to environmental engineering projects (underground piping modifications in support of tailings operations)

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  University of Waterloo

  Sept 2007 - Dec 2007

  Teaching Assistant (First Year Mechanical Engineering)
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  General Motors

  May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Qualiy Analyst (Co-op Student)

  - First of 2 co-op terms as a quality analyst at General Motors

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  General Motors

  Jan 2009 - Apr 2009

  Quality Analyst (Co-op Student)

  • Conducted technical troubleshooting using RED-X (GM’s statistical problem solving methodology) to solve problems caused by variations in the auto parts manufacturing process• Performed Pareto analysis of warranty claims to track parts supplier performance• Provided technical expertise and onsite support to auto parts suppliers to help develop new testing methods and ensure that bench tests reflected actual customer use

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  University of Waterloo

  Sept 2009 - Dec 2009

  Teaching Assistant (First Year Mechatronics Engineering)

  • Lead TA for a class of 120 first year Mechatronics Engineering Students (Fall 2009)• Prepared and presented lessons on mechanical design, AutoCAD, proper drafting techniques, and robot programming

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  Bruce Power

  Jan 2010 - Jan 2014

  • Performed daily monitoring of key system parameters such as condenser pressure to ensure optimum system efficiency and generator output.• Prioritized maintenance activities to support Equipment Health and Reliability for Lake Water Intake Systems, Condenser Cooling Water System, and Main Condensers• Performed internal steam condenser inspections during outages, including 100% visual inspection of all accessible areas.• Worked closely with Operations and Maintenance Personnel to resolve emergent issues including preparation and review of troubleshooting procedures• Reviewed changes to Operating and Maintenance procedures to ensure compliance with nuclear safety requirements, and system design intent.• Worked closely with design engineering to improve the robustness of condenser internal structures and intake water system components• Acted as the subject matter expert during Life Cycle Management planning for intake structures (Traveling Screens, Trash Removal System, and associated structures)• Reviewed eddy-current test results as part of condenser tube bundle outage inspections• Provided backup engineering support for Turbine and Main Steam Systems Show less

  • Responsible System Officer (Engineering Trainee)

    Jan 2011 - Jan 2014

  • Plant Design Engineering, Mechanical EIT

    Jan 2010 - Jan 2011
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  REDLINE ENGINEERING

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

  Project Engineer (EIT)

  • Planned and tracked project execution schedule and milestone dates• Drove accountability among design team members to achieve deliverable dates including ongoing oversight of design and procurement activities• Reviewed Technical Data Sheets prior to request for quote• Reviewed process calculations and reports prior to submission to client • Met with clients to review and verify project technical requirements on an ongoing basis including frequent field visits to meet with Operations and trades personnel Show less

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  Ledcor

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2017

  Project Coordinator - Mechanical | Structural | Piping | Civil | Turnover | Electrical

  • Review and consolidate engineering and vendor documentation into field installation work packages for use by trades personnel installing mechanical equipment• Communicate with client’s engineers to resolve technical issues• Prepare detailed estimates in response to project scope changes• Create, submit, and track RFI’s to client’s engineering department• Track design changes and complete redline drawings in response to DCNs, FCNs, and RFIs

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  CFMS Alberta Ltd.

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

  Project Coordinator

  • Reviewed building mechanical drawings for compliance with Owner’s Project Requirements.• Performed mechanical and electrical takeoffs to facilitate the creation of test forms.• Performed field commissioning testing of HVAC, BMS, and Building Lighting Systems.• Prepared field reports highlighting noted deficiencies following in field testing.

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  United Farmers of Alberta Co-operative Limited

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Project Manager - Engineering

  • Provide technical support and oversight during planning, development, execution and commissioning of new site equipment including precision bulk fuel injection systems and cardlock fuel equipment• Conduct project scope review meetings with business, construction and operations personnel to ensure that project deliverables meet scope requirements and stay within project budgets• Oversee project budgets using SAP ensuring that cost and schedule control are maintained and costs do not exceed approved budgets• Provide engineering approvals for design changes related to constructability and user interface during the tender and construction phase of projects• Conduct stakeholder review meetings throughout the construction process including Lessons Learned meetings following project completion• Perform regular site visits in support of capital and maintenance projects, including site kickoff meetings prior to construction, oversight inspections during construction, and final deficiency inspections• Facilitate the project bid process, including identifying potential contractors, sending out RFQs, evaluating received quotes, and awarding contracts• Facilitate communications between contractors and key stakeholders in order to provide project oversight and provide ongoing project progress updates Show less

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  Teck Resources Limited

  Aug 2019 - Jul 2024

  • Sr. Maintenance Engineer - Water Operations - Sustainable Development

    Jun 2022 - Jul 2024

  • Sr. Maintenance Engineer - Water Operations - Fording River South AWTF

    Jul 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Maintenance Engineer - Water Operations - Fording River South AWTF

    Aug 2019 - Jul 2021
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  Elk Valley Resources

  Jul 2024 - now

  Sr. Maintenance Engineer, Water Operations - Sustainable Development