Neil Costello
Neil Costello
4-9909 Fraser Ave.
Fort McMurray,Ab.
T9H 2C5
Phone: (780)881-0076
email: neilcostello865@msn.com
Relevant Information
Interprovincial Industrial Mechanic (Millwright),Red Seal, Certificate
Strong mechanical aptitude
Extensive mechanical experience working in heavy industry
Skilled and experienced in construction, maintenance and labour
Knowledge in motor vehicle small engine repair and maintenance
Excellent safety, work and attendance background, received acknowledgement from previous employer for exemplary work attendance record
Employment History
jacobs Catalytic Ltd.
April,2005
( Contracting firm),performing maintenance at Snycrude in Fort McMurray,AB.
Jacobs Catalytic Ltd.
May ,2004
( Contracting firm), performing work at Suncor in Fort McMurray,AB.
Jacobs Catalytic Ltd. April , 2004
( Contracting firm, performing work at Albian Sands in Fort McMurray AB.
Muskeg River Cogeneration)
Millwright
Worked shut down at power plant
Worked at the accessory base of the gas turbine
Kamtech Construction Ltd.
jan.,2004
(Contracting firm performing work at the Stora Enso mill in Port Hawkesbury, NS)
Millwright
Worked shut down at pulp and paper mill
Dismantled and reassembled a Kraft Refiner
Removed shaft from refiner
Removed refiner plates
Removed wear sleeves,packing,seals and bearings
Installed new refiner plates
Installed new bearings,packings,seals and wear sleeves
Performed rigging percedures in removal and installation of heavy machinery
Used proper lockout and tag procedures
NOVA SCOTIA POWER INCORPORATED, Aug 5th-Aug 22nd
GENERATING STATION,TRENTON,NS)
Millwright
Worked shut down at power generating station
Dismantled and reassembled Ball Mill (pulverizer)
Removed liners & wedge plates
Removed ribbon conveyors
Removed balls, using a vacuum conveying system
Replaced liners with new (double wave liners)
Installed new stainless steel Ribbon conveyors
Performed rigging procedures in removal and installation of heavy machinery
A.B. Mechanical Limited, Jun 6th-Jun 13th
(Contracting firm performing work at the Stora Enso mill in Port Hawkesbury, NS)
Millwright
Worked shut down at a pulp and paper mill
Replaced screw and trough covers
Replaced the packing
Replaced bearing unit
Shimmed units and installed taper dowel pins
Installed gear couplings
Torqued all fasteners to correct preload, using torque wrench
Performed rigging procedures in removal and installation of heavy machinery
Torqued anchor bolts on a new refiner, using torque multiplier
Used proper lockout and tag procedures
Dismantled and reassembled screw conveyor (Plug Screw Feeder)
Nova Millwrights Contracting Ltd., Dec 02- Jan 03
A contracting firm based in Wilmot, NS, providing tradespeople to various industries
Millwright
Worked shut down at a paper and power mill
Performed rigging procedures in the installation of heavy machinery
Checked and replaced various types of bearings, taper-lock, withdrawal sleeves, etc using several removal methods
Kept accurate reports for compliance purposes
Removed gear couplings and installed new units
Operated laser alignment equipment while assembling gearbox and motor assemblies, and jackshafts
Helped surveyors during optical alignment
Changed out equipment consistent with industrial shutdown procedures
Worked in confined spaces using previous training
Cape Breton Development Corporation, 1980-2001
(A coal mining, processing and shipping company located on Cape Breton Island, NS)
Faceman, Mine Development
Operated heavy machinery in a continuous production environment
Performed in situ repairs and maintenance to various types of industrial machinery
Used safe rigging procedures to move and install heavy equipment in confined spaces
Operated and maintained hydraulic equipment and pneumatic pumping systems
Assisted mechanic with maintenance and repairs on mining machinery, replacing hydraulic hoses,greasing/changing oil, and replacing wear parts as required
Faceman, Mine Development
Recognized for exceeding production targets and exemplary attendance
Worked with various other trade disciplines in the execution of their respective crafts
Belt Operator
Maintained and controlled operation of continuous rubberized conveyor for coal handling
Spliced conveyor beltline and replaced rollers as necessary
Assisted with installation and alignment of belt drives
Responsible for safety, cleanliness and efficient operation of belt drive area
Participated in installation of gear box & drive rollers
Assisted in setup of loop take-up & tension
Changed bearings &seals
Changed out gear drives &V belts
Aligned idlers, suspension idlers, transition idlers
Assisted in setup of complete conveyor systems
Town of Sydney Mines, 1979-1980
Labourer
Worked as a labourer for small municipal unit, performing a wide range of duties
CN Marine, 1973-1977
Stevedore
Loaded and unloaded passengers, cargo, freight, and containers
Secured cars and trucks on board the vessel
Hand Signals for overhead cranes
Operated hoists, forklifts and pallet jacks
Rigging & Lifting containers, using slings
Estimating safe working load (SWL)
Assisted with docking and mooring of vessels
Education and Training
Grade 12 (GED)
Technical Math Program (Certificate)
College,Technical training(millwright)
Industrial Mechanic/Millwright (Red Seal),(certificate)
Truck Lift (Forklift), (certificate)
First Aid / CPR,(certificate)
Whimis(certificate)
Confined Space Entry,(certificate)
H2S Alive (sour gas),(certificate)
Fire Suppression / Fire Safety Course
Construction Safety Training System (certificate)
Other Information
Fishing
Outdoor Activities
Auto Mechanics
Engine rebuilding
