Nik McDonald
Soda Springs,Id.
Summary
Experienced in the industrial field, excelled as a superintendent in previous role, completing multiple projects on time and within budget. Endorsed by engineer for preferential treatment on subsequent bids. Recognized for respectful interactions with clients and ability to navigate project challenges effectively. Skilled maintenance technician excelling in blueprint interpretation, schedule development, and team management for workflow efficiency and task delegation. 7 years of repair and maintenance experience, bringing track record of hard work and reliability to every assignment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
General Construction Superintendent
Big-D Heavy Industrial
11.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and construction standards.
- Coordinated project schedules, optimizing resource allocation to meet deadlines effectively.
- Led quality control inspections, identifying issues and implementing corrective measures swiftly.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
Superintendent
Ames Construction
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Led site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and construction standards.
- Coordinated project schedules, optimizing workflow and resource allocation across multiple projects.
- Mentored junior staff, enhancing team performance through training and development initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing project delays and increasing overall efficiency on-site.
Operator
Itafos
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Trained junior staff on safe operating procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and reduce downtime.
Maintenance Technician
Zachary Industrial INC
10.2019 - 05.2021
- Work in their maintenance department fixing various equipment And machinery for bayer.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
Carpenter
K & N concrete Inc
02.2019 - 10.2020
- Pouring flatwork in various forms of the trade.
- Also forming up various concrete, stairs, walls, etc.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
Design and Build
Paradigm
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Help build newly acquired property to code in various trades Setpoint mfg.
- Designed and analyzed [Type] mechanical systems and mechanisms.
- Designed products and parts to withstand predictable stresses such as corrosion, wear and other post-delivery considerations.
- Developed licensing requirements for [Type] systems and components subject to legal and regulatory controls.
Assembly Technician
Setpoint Design And Product
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Build anything needed Help to get project done on time
- Trained 4 assemblers and provided adequate knowledge about building processes.
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Inspected all work for quality and compliance with design standards.
Carpenter
Ryca Construction
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Completed Various projects for them including a, rollercoaster for universal studios
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
Maintenance Technician
Lifetime Products
02.2011 - 07.2017
- Diagnose and troubleshoot machinery Install new equipment Lifetime, Clearfield, UT Industrial Automated Maintenance I perform preventative maintenance and machine upkeep.
- I respond to down time efficiently and effectively with low amounts of time down.
- Having no accidents shows my priority to safety.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Determined new technique to streamline maintenance processes to increase workflow.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
Superintendent
Abco Construction
01.2004 - 01.2010
- I successfully coordinate subcontractors as well as my crew to complete the job on time and under budget.
- I have been able to finish projects with half the manpower and on-time installation and start-up of the facility being built.
- Having worked in many different fields of construction; I am able to benefit the company in multiple areas.
- I have been able with my knowledge of other trades to install, start-up, and run various projects.
Loader Operator
Autoliv
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Running a loader at an effective pace.
- I came up with new ways to the process to gain time safely and productively.
- I never had an incident on or around my piece of equipment.
Pipe fitter
United Plumber Pipefitters Union
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Installing pipe in multiple industrial areas of the trade.
- I am able to install multiple kinds of pipe through knowledge gained at this profession I attended trade related school at the Salt Lake Community College for three years, learning various parts of the construction industry.
Education
I Have Certification in Industrial Automated Maint - Maintenance Mechanic
Ogden Weber Atc
04.2011
Associate of Science - Pipefitting
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT04.2002
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Safety awareness
- Equipment installation
- Mechanical expertise
- Blueprint and schematic understanding
- Problem solving ability
- Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
- New Construction and Renovation
- Blueprints and Schematics
- Electrical Installation and Repair
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Troubleshooting skills
- Organized nature
- Project Management
- Plumbing
- Commercial construction
- Safety and compliance
- Project closeout
- Construction scheduling
- Preconstruction planning
Accomplishments
- I have also been trained on mechanical drives, pneumatic fundamentals, hydraulicfundamentals, electronic fundamentals, electric motor controls, Microsoft Office 2010,welding, lockout/tagout, MSDS, confined space, ladders/scaffolding, shop handtools,blueprint reading, workplace relations, and trade related math.
Timeline
General Construction Superintendent
Big-D Heavy Industrial
11.2023 - Current
Superintendent
Ames Construction
04.2022 - 11.2023
Operator
Itafos
05.2021 - 04.2022
Maintenance Technician
Zachary Industrial INC
10.2019 - 05.2021
Carpenter
K & N concrete Inc
02.2019 - 10.2020
Design and Build
Paradigm
06.2018 - 02.2019
Assembly Technician
Setpoint Design And Product
02.2018 - 06.2018
Carpenter
Ryca Construction
09.2017 - 02.2018
Maintenance Technician
Lifetime Products
02.2011 - 07.2017
Superintendent
Abco Construction
01.2004 - 01.2010
Loader Operator
Autoliv
01.2002 - 01.2004
Pipe fitter
United Plumber Pipefitters Union
01.1999 - 01.2001
Associate of Science - Pipefitting
Salt Lake Community College
I Have Certification in Industrial Automated Maint - Maintenance Mechanic
Ogden Weber Atc
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