Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman (Airport & Lifts)

Scott MacDonald

Kelowna, BC • 250-***-**** • *****.*****.*********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Experienced Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman with extensive expertise in airport systems, ski lift maintenance, industrial machinery, and safety critical mechanical operations. Proven ability to diagnose complex issues, manage preventive maintenance programs, and support high demand environments with a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Core Competencies

• Mechanical Maintenance & Repair

• Airport Systems Maintenance

• Rigging, Welding & Machining

• Hydraulics, Pumps, Motors & Conveyors

• Industrial Equipment Installation

• Preventive Maintenance Programs

• CMMS / IBM Maximo/Field Pulse

• Technical Drawings & Specifications

• Team Leadership & Safety Training

• Low voltage control systems

Professional Experience

Kelowna International Airport (Contract: Equans) — Facility Maintenance Technician IV

2019 – 2026

• Maintenance and repair of airport mechanical systems, boarding bridges, conveyors, and baggage systems.

• Servicing glycol systems, runway lighting, HVAC units, air handlers, and automated doors, rapid access doors, service bay doors, car wash bays, soap systems and wash automation.

• Support for security gate systems and general facility maintenance.

• Daily use of IBM Maximo for work orders, asset management, and maintenance reporting.

Apex Mountain Resort — Lift Maintenance Mechanic (Senior Lead Hand) 2015 – 2019

• Repair and preventive maintenance of ski lifts and associated systems.

• Snow cat general maintenance, tracks, blades, implements.

• Loader operation and general maintenance.

• Maintenance of domestic water and sewer systems.

• Training apprentices and lift operations staff.

• Regulatory safety reporting and documentation.

Sherwood Services — Mechanical Maintenance Technician (Casual) 2017 – Present

• Mechanical maintenance throughout the Okanagan region.

• Installation and repair of commercial and industrial equipment.

• Fruit packaging systems, cannabis grow water and lighting systems.

• Appling food safety, packaging and quality control. Silver Star Mountain Resort — Lift Maintenance Mechanic 2012 – 2015

• Breakdown and preventive maintenance of ski lifts and mechanical systems.

• Rigging, welding, machining, hydraulics, conveyors, pumps, motors, NDT, vibration analysis, and bearings.

• Detailed reporting to the Canadian Safety Authority. Self Employed — Lift Construction & Mechanical Contractor 2006 – 2012

• Installation of CNC plasma and waterjet cutting machinery across BC and Alberta.

• Maintenance and installation of fruit processing equipment across the Okanagan.

• Ski lift construction with Doppelmayr Canada: helicopter work, rigging, rope splicing, zoom booms, man lifts, terminal assembly, towers and assemblies.

• Project management for commercial tenant improvements including kitchens, mechanical systems, x ray rooms, and electrical.

• Land development work includes rezoning, OCP amendments, and city council presentations.

• Industrial repairs on compressors, compactors, presses, winches, and more. Pita Pit USA — Franchise Development & Construction 2000 – 2006

• Site selection, design, tendering, and construction management for franchise expansion.

• Permit coordination, budgeting, and contractor supervision. Pita Pit Canada — Owner / Operator & Construction Manager 1998 – 2000

• Construction management for franchise locations. Framing, drywall, electrical, and plumbing oversight. Poma Canada — Lift Construction Technician

1996 – 1997

• Removal of old lift systems and installation of new gondola equipment.

• Helicopter operations, rigging, machining, concrete work, and surveying. Whistler Mountain — Lift Maintenance Mechanic (Journeyman) 1994 – 1996

• Daily maintenance and repair of ski lift systems. Ontario Hydro Nuclear — Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman 1988 – 1993

• Maintenance of conventional and radioactive systems including turbines, pumps, motors, compressors, and generators.

• Specialized machinist fitter duties.

• Emergency and Standby generators

• Training in rigging, fitting, machining, safety, and turbine generator maintenance. Certifications & Training

• Mechanical Maintenance Journeyman – Ontario Hydro Nuclear

• Mechanical Technology Diploma – Seneca College

• First Aid, Confined Space, Working at Heights

• Rigging Technician, Crane & Forklift Certified

Hobbies & Interests

Hockey, skiing, boating, biking, traveling, and music.

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