David McDines
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Highlights of Qualifications
Experienced working in various technician and labour positions in the construction and natural resource sectors.
An effective team member who works well with a group or independently.
A diligent approach to tasks and willing to assume increased responsibility.
Excellent physical stamina and strength with the ability to maintain effectiveness in challenging outdoor environments.
Technical Summary
H2S Alive Certification
Confined spaces
Senior First Aid/ CPR AED
Occupational First Aid level 3
WHMIS
Working at heights
Career History
Lead Hand May 2015 – May2017
District Tech, Toronto.
Fiber optics/copper underground cable pulling.
Tasks include placing conduit and ducts in excavated pits and rodding & roping ducts and pulling through many different size cables, sometimes in Toronto Hydro manholes.
Familiar with confined spaces, heights and procedures that come along with them.
Load work trucks with material daily as needed, able to read and carry out plans according to different jobs, digging trenches as well as backfilling, repairing/redirecting conduit, repairing and placing telecommunications cable (copper and fiber).
Trained in Ground Disturbance Awareness for workers, Traffic Control Temp Work Zones (Book 7), Electrical Safety & Awareness, Chainsaw Safety & Awareness, Ladder Safety, Supervisor training, Industrial Forklift (in house).
Roofer
Milano Roofing, Toronto. January 2013 – May 2015
Installation and repairs of all varieties of asphalt shingles.
Installation and repair of flat roofing.
Re-roofing and new construction of roofs.
Eve's and soffits installation and repair.
Cleanup and disposal.
Maintain a safe work environment and follow all provincial regulations.
Residential Construction Labourer August 2012- August 2013
Vicar Building Master, Toronto.
Performed renovation tasks including: demolition, interior framing, exterior stucco application, exterior painting, underpinning of basement, laying concrete slabs, indoor pool construction, insulating and window installation.
Completed landscaping projects.
Operated various construction equipment including: bobcats, small back hoes, power saws, water saws and concrete saws.
Worked with renovation technician teams to ensure clients’ specifications were met for renovations of custom built homes.
Field Technician July 2011- February 2012
Ivanhoe Australia, Mine Development, Australia.
Worked in a fly-in, fly-out rotation shift position.
De-watered mine sites to remove and store contaminated water.
Collaborated with Project Geologists for mining projects to ensure drilling projects moved from plan to drill stage.
Operated saw to cut core samples in preparation for lab analysis and investor viewings.
Completed data entry of mining samples.
Operated fork lift to move and organize pallets of cut core samples in storage.
Trade Assistant May 2011– July 2011
Magnum Plumbing, Torres Strait.
Worked in a fly-in, fly-out position.
Uninstalled and replaced old stove cookers.
Assisted with reinstalling existing cold water, hot water and gas lines.
Loaded construction materials and transported them to work areas.
Uninstalled and removed roof top water heating systems.
Worked with hand held hydraulic equipment and assisted with soldering.
Army Reservist August 2007 – July 2009
Canadian Armed Forces, Toronto.
Trained in infantry and artillery, developing light and heavy weaponry, combat, orienteering and survival skills.
Trained in radio, navigation, and military first aid.
Demonstrated a clear understanding of acquired military skills and successfully completed rigorous exercises.
Awards
Toronto Police Service Award 2010
Griffith University Canadian student scholarship 2009
Millennium/Excellence Scholarship 2009
Duke of Edinburgh Award, Gold level 2009
Canadian Armed Forces Reservist Top Candidate Award 2008
Education
Degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice Griffith University, Australia 2009-2011
Honours Diploma in Police Foundations Humber College, Toronto 2007-2009
References available upon request