Allen Allison
Shelburne,NS
Summary
To obtain the position of Fire Crew Foreperson (Maintenance Worker 3B) located in Shelburne. Competition # 46550
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Crew (Maintenance Worker 2(A))
Department of Natural Resources
04.2006 - Current
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Maintained a well-organized workspace and inventory system for tools and supplies, leading to increased productivity.
- Collaborated with other team members to complete complex repair projects within deadline constraints.
- Assisted in facility renovations, including painting, and carpentry work.
Sole Proprietor
A&A Fire Extinguisher Sales and Services
02.2009 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Entered income and expense details into business databases to track purchases and address variances.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, ensuring favorable terms for the business.
Snow Plow Operator
Tyler Harris Excavating Limited
12.2016 - Current
- Applied salt or chemical solutions to surfaces as preventive measure against snow and ice buildup.
- Logged activities, maintenance issues and hours worked for supervisors.
- Reduced accidents on icy roads by skillfully applying de-icing materials like salt or sand when necessary.
- Upheld safety standards for working in wet, cold and windy conditions.
- Worked in parking lots, roads and driveways to handle needs of businesses and residential customers.
- Maintained equipment in top working condition by conducting regular inspections and performing necessary repairs.
- Consistently met the deadlines for completion of assigned routes, ensuring minimal disruption to daily commute patterns.
Sales Associate
Locks Sporting Goods
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Sole Proprietor
Allen Allison’s Service Center
09.2001 - 04.2006
- Built a solid reputation in the industry through consistent delivery of excellent workmanship and professionalism.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality products and services tailored to individual needs.
- owner operator as a full time mechanic
Mechanic/Front End Manager
Christs Service Center
06.1992 - 09.2001
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- full time mechanic
Education
Machine Shop -
NSCC
Shelburne, NS01.1992
GED -
NSCC
Shelburne, NS01.1990
Small Engin Repair & Welding -
NSCC
Shelburne, NS01.1990
Skills
- 19 years’ experience with Wildfire Suppression & Wildfire Science
- Forestry related field work such as PGI’s, culvert installation, and Crown Road bridge maintenance
- Knowledge GPS/GIS equipment
- Good typing/computer skills
- Knowledge and experience using various power tools, including chain saw, brush saw and Wajax Mark III fire pump
- Work well alone or as a team player
- Public safety awareness
- Emergency response
- Vehicle maintenance
- GPS navigation
- Adaptive decision making
- Accident prevention strategies
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Effective communication
- Backhoe operation
- Decision-making
- Landscaping maintenance
- Team building
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
Certification
- NS Crew Leader Course
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card
- ATV
- FI-110 Wildfire Observation & Origin Scene Protection
- NS-133 Look Up, Down, Around
- NS-211 Pumps and Water Use
- S-215 Fire Operations in the Wildland/Urban Interface
- CEVO 2 – FIRE
- Canoeing Basics
- Chainsaw and Brush saw certified
- ICS-100
- ICS-200
- Basic Fire Suppression
- Hunter Education
- Firearms Possession & Acquisition Certificate/ Restricted firearms
- Standard First Aid & AED
- Driver’s Education
- Helicopter Training and Slinging
- Back Care and Safe Lifting
- Be Aware
- Respectful Workplace
Hobbies and Interests
Hunting, Fishing, Canoeing, Camping, Hiking, ATV/UTV, Boating,
PERSONAL STRENGTHS
- Motivated
- Hardworking
- Honest
- Dependable
Timeline
Sales Associate
Locks Sporting Goods
10.2024 - 12.2024
Snow Plow Operator
Tyler Harris Excavating Limited
12.2016 - Current
Sole Proprietor
A&A Fire Extinguisher Sales and Services
02.2009 - Current
Fire Crew (Maintenance Worker 2(A))
Department of Natural Resources
04.2006 - Current
Sole Proprietor
Allen Allison’s Service Center
09.2001 - 04.2006
Mechanic/Front End Manager
Christs Service Center
06.1992 - 09.2001
Machine Shop -
NSCC
GED -
NSCC
Small Engin Repair & Welding -
NSCC