Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Brendan Horncastle

Banff,AB

Summary

Veteran Canadian Armed Forces Line Technician bringing an exceptional depth of skills and breadth of experience, gained throughout 13 years of military service. Dependable, hardworking, and level-headed in finding solutions for diverse problems. Promoting highly developed decision-making skills, and a great deal of experience working in a fast-paced, close-knit team environment. Dedicated, motivated, and offering an unmatched attendance record. As an extraordinarily driven individual, the majority of downtime is quickly filled with personal and professional relationship development, physical fitness training, or furthering relevant skills and education.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Ski Instructor

Mount Norquay
11.2023 - Current
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.

Dishwasher

Grizzly House
10.2023 - Current
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.

Bartender/Security

Downstream Lounge
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Adhered and enforced provincial laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations
  • Conducted bar opening and closing procedures, including cash-in/out and stocking service bar to prepare for operation
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification
  • Monitored, guarded and patrolled premises to prevent infractions of rules, theft and violence.

Visitor Services Attendant (South Campgrounds)

Parks Canada
05.2023 - 09.2023
  • Cleaned and maintained grounds and common areas to promote pleasant camping experience
  • Guarded valuables and money bags during transfer and receipt to guarantee safe delivery
  • Conducted compliance checks and reported out of scope illegal activity to law enforcement
  • Liaised with other departments to ensure timely maintenance and cleaning of facilities, and the delivery of services to visitors.

Rock Wall Attendant

Cold Lake Energy Centre
03.2022 - 04.2023
  • Promoted safety of visitors and mitigated liability risks by monitoring recreation area, enforcing rules and safety policies
  • Demonstrated proper use of safety harnesses and other safety equipment
  • Oversaw maintenance and operation of climbing safety equipment, climbing wall and holds
  • Trained new workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities.

Line Technician

Canadian Armed Forces
03.2010 - 04.2023
  • Planned and conducted telecommunications infrastructure construction, inspections, and maintenance
  • Trained in use and maintenance of hand and power tools, various construction vehicles, and telecommunications and radio construction equipment
  • Trained in conflict resolution among subordinates, peers, and superiors
  • Coordinated with leadership for taskings and managed subordinates to execute.

Education

Outdoor Adventure Guide Diploma -

Timberline Canadian Alpine Academy
Banff, AB

High School Equivalency Diploma -

(GED) Oromocto

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Analytical skills and critical thinking
  • Communication
  • Computer literacy
  • Leadership
  • Situational Awareness
  • Organization
  • Problem-solving
  • Resilience
  • Teamwork
  • Work ethic

References

  • Constable Steve Black, 204-730-4587, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Behchoko, NT, Former TCCC & CFA Instructor, 2nd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry
  • Zach Chiasson, CD, 506-461-7889, Calian Systems Engineering Technician, Edmonton, AB, Former Supervisor, Signals Platoon, 2nd Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment
  • Sergeant Alexandra Lushman, CD, 902-717-0499, Kitchen 2 I/C, 4 Mission Support Squadron, Cold Lake, AB, Former Supervisor, 4 Mission Support Squadron All-Ranks Mess, Cold Lake, AB

Timeline

Ski Instructor

Mount Norquay
11.2023 - Current

Dishwasher

Grizzly House
10.2023 - Current

Visitor Services Attendant (South Campgrounds)

Parks Canada
05.2023 - 09.2023

Bartender/Security

Downstream Lounge
03.2023 - 10.2023

Rock Wall Attendant

Cold Lake Energy Centre
03.2022 - 04.2023

Line Technician

Canadian Armed Forces
03.2010 - 04.2023

Outdoor Adventure Guide Diploma -

Timberline Canadian Alpine Academy

High School Equivalency Diploma -

(GED) Oromocto
Brendan Horncastle