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Alexander Wortman

Halifax,Nova Scotia

Summary

Experienced Master Corporal Infantryman offering 9+ years of experience with Canadian Army. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Section Commander / Pioneer

Department Of National Defence
07.2014 - Current
  • Obtained and enhanced quality benchmarks and objectives by developing and implementing standard practices and control plans.
  • Supervised, encouraged and evaluated cross-functional teams by coaching and empowering team members to meet production goals.
  • Liaised with manager to discuss adverse trends and identify and resolve production issues.
  • Coordinated safety improvement activities and training to promote safety awareness.
  • Conducted performance reviews to identify employee strengths and encourage professional development opportunities.
  • Oversaw projects, equipment and manpower needs to properly allocate resources and training.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and in tactical planning, equipment maintenance, and weapon use.
  • Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
  • Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
  • Taught personnel to mitigate environmental hazards and properly use personal protective equipment such as chem gear for battle scenarios.
  • Trained new infantry soldiers on standard operating procedures.
  • Operated and maintained field communications equipment.
  • Disciplined subordinates for rules infractions and poor performance.
  • Used modern communication systems to relay orders to squad members.
  • Executed directives from command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
  • Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations.
  • Monitored and reported enemy activity to command center.
  • Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
  • Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
  • Passed along phone messages and maintained records.
  • Monitored frequencies to detect and relay information and requests to the proper levels within the chain of command.
  • Managed and optimized contact with other locations and personnel conducting field operations to facilitate open and clear communication.

Dump Truck Driver /Construction Laborer

Bitar Construction
10.2022 - Current
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
  • Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
  • Monitored loading of materials to maintain truck load capacity maximums and adhere to roadway load limits.
  • Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs, and knowledge of individual team members.
  • Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
  • Complied with safety protocols and enforced proper equipment and material usage.
  • Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
  • Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Used heavy duty chainsaws to complete close-quarters work.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Removed debris such as brush and stumps to clear work areas.
  • Trained and operated skid steers

Dump Truck Driver

Dexter Construction Company
09.2021 - 08.2022
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by Provencal and company policies and regulations.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.

Snow Plow Operator

Dexter Construction Company
11.2019 - 04.2022
  • Operated snow plow for municipal government to support safe travel for local citizens.
  • Logged activities, maintenance issues and hours worked for supervisors.
  • Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
  • Maintained assigned vehicles and equipment in professional working conditions.
  • Monitored buildup at specific sites to help supervisors plan snow removal assignments.
  • Completed prompt snow removal process during and after weather events.

Sales Associate

HGS Canada
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise online.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Accurately processed currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Achieved high satisfaction rating through proactive one-call resolutions of customer issues.
  • Educated customers on company systems, form completion, and access to services.
  • Placed outbound customer service or customer satisfaction calls to follow up on issues.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
  • Followed-through on all critical inter-departmental escalations to increase customer retention rates.
  • Responded to customer calls to answer questions about products and services.

Security Officer

Paladin Security Group
09.2017 - 04.2018
  • Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
  • Placed necessary outgoing calls to verify alarms, dispatch proper authorities and notify proper parties.

Education

High School Diploma -

Charles P Allen
200 Innovation Dr, Bedford NS B4B 0G4
06.2013

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Safe Driving
  • GPS Mapping
  • Laborer Oversight
  • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
  • Paperwork Processing
  • Critical Thinking
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Equipment Operation
  • Accident Documentation
  • Class 3 License
  • CB Radio Communication
  • Documentation Skills
  • Work Logging

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Licensed Class 3 Driver since 2019
  • Certified Standard First Aid
  • Current on WHMIS
  • Multiple leadership and command courses - 2019 to 2023

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory and information tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 10 staff members.
  • Collaborated and led a team of 6 in the development of Operation Lenus.
  • Collaborated with teams from NS power, multiple arborist companies, and other sub units in Operation Lenus to restore power and accessability to communities in Cape Brenton .
  • Documented and resolved disciplinary issues which led to Improvement of the members behavior.

Timeline

Dump Truck Driver /Construction Laborer

Bitar Construction
10.2022 - Current

Dump Truck Driver

Dexter Construction Company
09.2021 - 08.2022

Snow Plow Operator

Dexter Construction Company
11.2019 - 04.2022

Sales Associate

HGS Canada
09.2018 - 05.2019

Security Officer

Paladin Security Group
09.2017 - 04.2018

Section Commander / Pioneer

Department Of National Defence
07.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

Charles P Allen

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