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David Guenard

Strathmore,Alberta

Summary

Adept at team leadership and forklift operation optimizing business operations. I significantly enhance operational efficiency and safety standards and enhancing operational efficiency significantly contributing to project success and customer satisfaction. Skilled in multitasking and maintaining attention to detail, ensuring high-quality outcomes in fast-paced environments.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lot Manager

Allan Dale Trailers & RV
03.2023 - 09.2024
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Upheld strict quality control standards by inspecting incoming vehicles thoroughly for damage or defects prior to placing them on the lot.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of all vehicles.
  • Picked up and delivered customers using dealership vehicles.
  • Parked vehicles in visually appealing ways to attract customer attention and increase sales.
  • Maintained attractive, tidy parking lot for the dealership.
  • Drove RV's and Trailers to other dealerships, vendors.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, motivating employees, and leading by example.
  • Drove RV's and Trailers to other dealerships, vendors.
  • Assisted sales and service staff with moving RV's and Trailers to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Protected vehicles from storm damage by removing debris from lot.
  • Assisted technicians with their work orders to keep the shops efficiency ratings to the company standard.
  • Assisted the service counter with parts running and delivery to ensure that the technicians could complete work orders.


Yard Manager

Remuda Supplies
02.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed a team of yard staff, delegating tasks effectively for optimal productivity and performance.
  • Enhanced yard efficiency by implementing streamlined processes for inventory management and organization.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Established clear lines of communication between the yard and office staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Minimized product damage through careful handling and adherence to quality control guidelines during the order building process.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers, leading to increased repeat business and customer satisfaction.
  • Facilitated smooth order building during peak periods, effectively handling increased workload without compromising quality or timeliness of deliveries.
  • Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
  • Increased safety standards in the yard by conducting regular inspections and ensuring compliance with all regulations.
  • Coordinated transportation logistics for both incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring timely deliveries without delays or additional costs.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

Lead Key Holder

Crowfoot Wine & Spirits
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, resolving issues, and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Enhanced store sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and engaging customers with product knowledge.
  • Maintained a clean, organized store environment by implementing regular cleaning schedules and following merchandising guidelines.
  • Collaborated with management to develop promotional strategies that increased store traffic and sales revenue.
  • Assisted in training new key holders, ensuring they were well-versed in company policies and procedures.
  • Counted out cash drawers and balanced totals.
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures.
  • Updated store displays frequently to maintain freshness in presentation while highlighting key products or trends effectively.
  • Conducted regular audits of store merchandise, ensuring accurate record-keeping and minimizing shrinkage.
  • Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.

Crew Leader

Flashings Plus Ltd
03.2014 - 12.2017
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
  • Contributed to successful project outcomes by accurately interpreting blueprints and specifications for each job.
  • Decreased material waste by effectively utilizing available resources during sheet metal fabrication and installation tasks.
  • Ensured timely project completion by closely monitoring progress and adjusting resources as needed.
  • Performed quality control checks on installed sheet metal, ensuring adherence to specifications and identifying potential issues for immediate remediation.
  • Collaborated closely with other team members to ensure seamless coordination during sheet metal installation processes.
  • Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting sheet metal for various installations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop Grandin High School
Calgary, AB
2003

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Team Leadership
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Time Management
  • Task Delegation
  • Forklift Operation - OSHA Compliance
  • Loading and unloading
  • Shipping and receiving
  • General laborer
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Lot Manager

Allan Dale Trailers & RV
03.2023 - 09.2024

Yard Manager

Remuda Supplies
02.2021 - 03.2023

Lead Key Holder

Crowfoot Wine & Spirits
01.2018 - 01.2020

Crew Leader

Flashings Plus Ltd
03.2014 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Bishop Grandin High School
David Guenard