Brandon Claveau
Wellandport,ON
Summary
Pastoral:
Experienced with delivering inspiring sermons and spiritual guidance, fostering sense of community and belonging. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills and empathetic communication to build and maintain relationships. Track record of effective team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic pastoral settings.
Heavy Equipment:
Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise in operating and maintaining variety of machinery. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving, ensuring efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and contributing to team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Pastor
Wainfleet Be In Christ Church
07.2023 - Current
- Provided pastoral counseling to individuals seeking guidance on personal or relationship issues, promoting emotional well-being within the congregation.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today''s Christians.
Drainage Operator
Township of Wainfleet
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Operated John Deere 300 excavator with various attachments to construct and maintain municipal drain system.
- Operated Case 580 backhoe loader in various applications.
- Operated International tandem dump trucks for hauling and winter control operations.
- Performed routine checks and minor maintenance on equipment.
- Proven ability to work independently, collaboratively, and as team leader.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Pastoral Resident
TrinityLife Be In Christ Church
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Prepared and deliver culturally sensitive, Biblically-based, and Jesus-centred sermons in person and online.
- Educated members of congregation on religious beliefs and practices.
- Assisted lead pastor in outlining sermon series that challenge and inspire congregants.
- Helped to contribute to spiritual and intellectual growth of congregation.
- Assisted lead pastor with funerals and visitations.
- Participated in pastoral and leadership training seminars and cohorts.
Equipment Operator
Alfred Beam Excavating Ltd
07.2013 - 03.2021
- Operated various pieces of heavy equipment such as excavators, bulldozers, front-end loaders, and backhoe loaders safely and with high degree of skill in both road and subdivision environments.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to complete jobs efficiently and on time.
- Provided leadership to crews of various sizes when required.
- Worked to maintain culture of safety as certified member of company joint health and safety committee for 6 years.
- Operated machines equipped with Trimble GPS systems in grading and digging applications.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Performed manual labour duties often as required
Pastoral Intern
Welland BIC Church
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Prepared and delivered sermons as part-time member of church preaching staff.
- Wrote weekly meditations/devotionals for church community during pandemic lockdown to offer encouragement and to foster spiritual and intellectual growth.
- Provided congregation with thoughtful, engaging, and biblical messages both in sermons and meditative writings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Peace And Conflict Studies
University of Waterloo
High School Diploma -
E.L. Crossley Secondary School
Skills
- Written Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Cultural Awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Pastoral counseling
- Sermon preparation and delivery
- Officiating
- First aid training
- Skilled in various types of heavy equipment
- Valid DZ Driver's license
- Safety procedures
Affiliations
Be In Christ Church of Canada
Certification
DZ License
Hobbies and Interests
Drummer with 22 years of experience
Literature and film
Cycling
Languages
English
Timeline
Associate Pastor
Wainfleet Be In Christ Church
07.2023 - Current
Drainage Operator
Township of Wainfleet
03.2021 - 06.2023
Pastoral Resident
TrinityLife Be In Christ Church
09.2020 - 09.2022
Pastoral Intern
Welland BIC Church
11.2019 - 06.2020
Equipment Operator
Alfred Beam Excavating Ltd
07.2013 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
E.L. Crossley Secondary School
Bachelor of Arts - Peace And Conflict Studies
University of Waterloo
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