To perform and assist in a working environment as a team member while maintaining independence when necessary. Diverse abilities such as strong English language skills with reading, writing, communication and a mechanical aptitude.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
310T Red Seal Truck and Coach Technician (I.E. Diesel Engine and Heavy Truck Mechanic)
Carrier Truck Centers
03.2021 - Current
Safely perform the duties of a heavy truck mechanic including, but not limited to diagnostics and timely repairs of engines, drivetrains, electrical and plumbing systems
Regular use of pneumatic, hydraulic and hand tools for completion of work related duties
Daily driving of heavy and light duty vehicles for verification of repairs and function.
Truck and Coach Technician Apprentice
Stevenson Transport
05.2016 - 03.2021
Performed apprentice duties such as basic repairs and shop housekeeping
Working under the supervision of a lead technician learning trade skills and safety performance techniques in repair work
Communication with fleet drivers regarding issues of vehicle function
Information then streamlined to management and technicians.
General Laborer
Rova Machine Inc.
06.2013 - 05.2016
Basic shop housekeeping duties with intentions of keeping a clean and safe workplace
Tool and mold loading and unloading using overhead cranes and forklift
Basic flatbed truck rigging for equipment transportation
Learning basic machining duties such as deburring, lathe, Bridgeport, and blueprint code reading under the supervision of a senior machinist and manager.
Education
Truck and Coach Technician - Certificate of Apprenticeship Completion -
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
06.2022
Media Convergence and Journalism - Diploma -
St Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
04.2017
English Language and Literature - No Degree -
University of Windsor
04.2014
Belle River District High School
06.2013
Skills
Volunteer Firefighter Tilbury, Ontario, October 2021 - Present
NFPA 1001 LEVEL 1
NFPA 1001 LEVEL 2
NFPA 1072 OPERATIONS
NFPA 1072 AWARENESS
Chatham Kent Fire and Rescue Auxiliary Firefighter Program - Class of 2022
Standard First Aid and CPR/AED level "C"
Pleasure Craft Operators License
WHIMIS Training and Certification
D Driver License with Z Endorsement
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certification
Incident Management System (IMS) 100, 200, 250, 300
Emergency Care for Professional Responders (formerly EMR) - pending completion September 2024
Journeyperson Skilled Trades Red Seal License as Diesel Engine and Heavy Truck Mechanic
Personal Information
Mechanical repair work such as small engine and classic vehicle refurbishing.
Fishing and Waterfowl Hunting.
Backyard farming. I.E. Vegetable gardening and keeping small livestock.
Previous live musician, current hobby guitarist.
Reading international current events and local news. Novels by John Steinbeck and Cormac McCarthy.
References
Jacob Cottingham, Station Chief, Tilbury Fire Department of Chatham-Kent, (519) 791-8340
Allen Schives, Station Deputy Chief, Tilbury Fire Department of Chatham-Kent, (226) 229-1017
David Middleton, Station Captain, Tilbury Fire Department of Chatham-Kent, (519) 809-9104
Jean Beaudoin, Foreman/Supervisor, Carrier Truck Centers of Windsor, (519) 784-4017
Mihn Nyguen, Foreman/Supervisor, Stevenson Transport and Carrier Truck Centers of Windsor, (519) 791-2322
Michael Dubee, Site Manager, Carrier Truck Centers of Windsor, (226) 280-2832
Patrick Stevenson, CEO/Owner, Stevenson Transport, (519) 791-7426
Brian Rae, Supervisor, Rova Machine Inc., (519) 981-8397
Languages
English
Timeline
310T Red Seal Truck and Coach Technician (I.E. Diesel Engine and Heavy Truck Mechanic)
Carrier Truck Centers
03.2021 - Current
Truck and Coach Technician Apprentice
Stevenson Transport
05.2016 - 03.2021
General Laborer
Rova Machine Inc.
06.2013 - 05.2016
Truck and Coach Technician - Certificate of Apprenticeship Completion -
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