Justin Pelan

Practical problem-solver with a rare mix of field operations, project coordination, teaching, construction, maintenance, and clean-energy experience. People come to me when something is unclear, broken, or stuck. I learn systems quickly, find the workable path, and explain the next steps in a way people can actually use. Mavenoid excites me because it brings AI, hardware support, and troubleshooting into one clearer support experience.

Logistics Supervisor/Pad Builder at Forage Fusion Drilling (2024-09 – Present)

• Coordinate logistics for an 11-rig helicopter-supported drilling program in remote northern terrain.
• Coordinate daily with pilots, geologists, supervisors, and drill crews to maintain safe and efficient field operations.
• Conduct drill pad inspections, environmental reporting, and daily safety documentation.
• Train new staff on helicopter slinging procedures & Transport Canada field safety guidelines.
• Utilize GPS instrumentation and field navigation systems to determine azimuth, terrain suitability, and safe infrastructure placement.
• Support remote surface drilling operations including equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, QA/QC documentation, and core sample handling.

Project Coordinator at Indigenous Clean Energy (2021-08 – 2024-09)

• Coordinated a national Indigenous youth innovation program supporting clean energy and sustainability projects across 25 communities.
• Managed project planning, budgeting, procurement, reporting, and stakeholder coordination for community-led infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives.
• Liaised with utilities, contractors, Transport Canada, technical mentors, community leadership, and external partners to support project implementation.
• Facilitated in-person and remote workshops on renewable energy systems, project management, finance, and environmental stewardship.
• Assisted program leadership with contract management, contribution agreement reporting, budgeting, and operational coordination.
• Mentored youth participants through project development, implementation, and community engagement processes.

Maintenance Manager at Capital Ideas (2020-11 – 2021-08)

• Managed maintenance across 24 commercial properties and a large apartment complex.
• Turned tenant, owner, and building problems into clear scopes of work for trades and contractors.
• Tracked service history through photos, invoices, paper files, digital records, and contractor notes.
• Translated tenant, property, and ownership needs into clear work scopes for electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, elevator contractors, fire-safety providers, and other vendors.
• Coordinated repairs and capital improvements by arranging tenant access, site visits, contractor meetings, procurement, progress tracking, and landlord updates.
• Supported troubleshooting and upgrades for building systems including boilers, HVAC, fire safety, elevators, and other major property infrastructure.

Science Teacher at Big River High School (2020-02 – 2020-06)

• Taught science and environmental studies to 100+ students in Grades 7–12 using land-based learning and hands-on learning techniques.
• Shifted to remote instruction for COVID-19 while keeping students engaged and supported.

Drill Rig Assistant at IPS + Genesis Drilling (2012 – 2019)

• Supported commercial, industrial, and residential piling projects in fast-moving construction environments.
• Ensured CIP and screw piles were properly drilled and installed to engineered specifications.

Carpenter, BC Interior at D.A. Trades + NZ Builders (2007 – 2012)

• Built and renovated homes, additions, timber structures, flooring, framing, and finish work.
• Read site conditions, drawings, materials, and trade instructions to complete work safely.
• Supported a major restaurant conversion in downtown Victoria, British Columbia.
• Built practical knowledge of tools, materials, sequencing, troubleshooting, and how physical systems come together.
• Interpreted site conditions, blueprints, material needs, and contractor instructions to complete accurate work safely and coordinate effectively with trades, supervisors, and clients.

Bachelor of Education in Science Major – University of Saskatchewan (2020)