Ben Meloche
1406 Fieldlight Blvd.
Pickering, Ontario
L1V 2V2
Tel: 1-905-837-1654
Email: ben_meloche@hotmail.com
I have worked much of the past 20 years as a carpenter in Bobcaygeon, Ottawa, Greely, Toronto and Pembroke, Ontario. I am focused, a quick learner, motivated, punctual, honest, reliable and personable. I am also a strong team player and possess strong creative and artistic abilities.
I have a good understanding of most residential carpentry, construction and renovation work from conception to completion. I am able to read and interpret blueprints, follow direction and work closely and efficiently with others on the job. I am proficient with all hand and power tools related to carpentry including a circular saw, router, thickness planer, hand drill and drill press, jointer, band saw, scroll saw, jig saw, etc. I also have plumbing, electrical, drywall and tile setting skills. I have also done extensive piano and furniture restoration work in the past.
Over the past several years I have also spent a great deal of time honing my computer and IT skills. A personal goal of mine is to eventually complete the A+ computer technician certification course.
Some of my experience with computers includes the following:
Knowledge of Windows O/S – 3.1, NT 4.0, 95, 98, 2000 & XP
MS Office Word 97 & 2000 Premium
System maintenance, cleaning and troubleshooting and upgrading
HD partitioning and formatting
Custom system builds
Scanning and video capture
Software installation and technical support
Website design, development & maintenance
Digital photography & graphic design using Adobe Photoshop
Some of my interests and hobbies include:
I have played in numerous musical groups over the past 25 years and enjoy performing and the production aspect of music. I also enjoy fishing and the outdoors, reading, computers, wood carving and art in general, most sports and spending quality time with my daughters.
Work Experience:
Douglas Seaton Ltd. Toronto, On.
Foreman / Supervisor woodworking shop
Custom Carpenter
Oversee development and production of high-end wood products.
Production of stairs, cabinets and misc. furniture mainly using oak, maple, birch and pine.
Outcalls to provide finishing work for customers.
William’s Architectural Moldings Toronto, On.
Foreman / Supervisor woodworking shop
Oversee setup and production of custom moldings and trim
Most production consisting of high end mahogany and oak trim
Outcalls to provide finishing work for customers.
Commercial Bakeries Ltd. North York, On.
Maintenance Manager
Supervise plant maintenance working closely with the plant engineer and other company departments of 20,000+-sq/ft production bakery.
Designate work orders and coordinate job assignments relating to electricians and machinists working within my department.
Oversee all aspects of plant upkeep including, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general repairs as necessary.
Cronin Fire Equipment Ltd. Pickering, On.
Systems Technician
Pipefitting, recharging of portable extinguishers, wet and dry chemical system installations, bi-annual system inspections, upgrades and general maintenance as per the insurance requirements of individual customers.
Responsible for the installation, inspection and maintenance of company accounts in downtown Toronto, East Toronto area, and all Northern Ontario accounts.
Oversee the training of all new recruits in the systems department.
Irwin HVAC Inc. Fenelon Falls, On.
Assist with the installation of GE heating and cooling pumps, forced air furnaces and related ductwork.
Bi-Annual inspections, installations and repair of new and existing installations.
Customers included:
Victoria Board of Education
Brewers Retail Stores
Zellers and K-Mart Stores
Fenelon Falls Municipal Office
Fenelon Falls Hydro
Bobcaygeon Verulam Sports Complex
Lindsay Aquatorium and Recreation Complex
Ben’s Home Improvements Bobcaygeon, On.
Custom Carpenter
Custom carpentry and general contracting.
All aspects of home renovation and related trades including carpentry, minor concrete forming, plumbing, minor electrical, drywall boarding and taping, painting, vinyl siding, decking, staircase and railing fabrication and installation. Custom designed pine and oak furniture and cabinetry, including refinishing and restoration work. Replacement window and door installations.
Big Horn Productions
Repair, restore and refinish pianos and wooden furniture.
Cordick Construction Ltd. Bobcaygeon, On.
Custom Carpenter
Responsible for the design and manufacture of custom cabinetry, interior doors.
All facets of interior trim, custom pine and oak staircases, cedar and pine exterior siding and wood soffit and fascia installation.
New windows and doors installations and finishing trim.
Erection of custom designed log homes. (Confederation Log Homes Inc.)
R. Moore Construction Ltd. Bobcaygeon, On.
Custom Carpenter
Erection of custom designed log homes (Confederation Log Homes Inc.)
Custom framing, roofing, finish carpentry, painting and stain applications.
Installation of doors, windows, stairs, design and fabrication of custom kitchen cabinetry and interior doors.
Lanark Painting and Renovations Ottawa, On.
Custom Carpenter
Custom carpentry, decking and interior renovation, drywall installation and finishing, ceramic tile installation.
A-Bloom Landscaping Ltd. Ottawa, On.
Corporate, city and residential maintenance, lawns, plants, trees and some interlock.
Kurtz Enterprises Ltd. Thornhill, On.
Drafting layout, design and fabrication of die-cutting steel rule and heat-sealing dies.
Di-cut Industries Ltd. Agincourt, On.
Die cut product stripping.
Shipping and receiving.
Trained in the drafting, layout and fabrication of steel rule dies.
Loblaws Grocery - Rideau St. Ottawa, On.
P/T Dairy department.
Famous Players Theaters Ltd.
P/T Usher and general theatre duties.
DND Civilian Employee
Food preparation and general kitchen duties in officers mess hall.
Worked all banquets and special functions and ceremonies.9
Central Pub, Lindsay, On.
Organize and direct Sunday open stage matinee shows, Thursday karaoke events and provide sound equipment as needed.
Doctor’s Office Pub and Restaurant, Bobcaygeon, On.
P/T Bartender
Entertainment director
Hungry Eyes Pub and Café, Bobcaygeon, On.
P/T Bartender
Entertainment director
York Tavern, Lindsay, On.
P/T Bartender
Performed in the house band on a weekly basis for 2 years.
Perfect Strangers - Byward Market Ottawa, On.
P/T Bartender and server
Sound production assistant and stage technician during weekends.
HI-FI Club, Ottawa, On.
Sound production and stage technician during week nights
References are available upon request.