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Cam Malkinson

Spallumcheen

Summary

Positive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented professional with strong organizational and leadership skills. Possesses comprehensive understanding of team dynamics and project management, along with expertise in conflict resolution and performance optimization. Committed to fostering productive work environment and driving team success.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor or Technology

School District 54
09.1999 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
  • Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
  • Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
  • Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe and legal operational environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflow, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in daily procedures.
  • Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, significantly reducing learning curve and integrating them into team quickly.
  • Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency, introducing and enforcing quality control measures.
  • Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
  • Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
  • Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, resulting in significant budget savings.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, significantly reducing operational expenses.
  • Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals.
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing efficient scheduling systems.

Funeral Home Assistant

Grand Forks Funeral Home
09.2017 - 06.2020
  • Maintained a clean and organized facility, creating a comfortable environment for grieving families and guests.
  • Promoted a supportive atmosphere for grieving individuals through attentive listening skills during consultations about funeral options.
  • Demonstrated empathy and understanding while interacting with bereaved individuals during difficult times.
  • Adhered to strict safety guidelines when operating vehicles used for transporting deceased individuals or materials related to funeral services.
  • Handled sensitive personal belongings of deceased individuals with care while preparing for funeral services.
  • Drove company vehicles to transport remains or families to services.
  • Transferred cremated remains from temporary urns to permanent urns to release cremated remains to families.
  • Transported caskets from morgue to reserved rooms to prepare caskets for viewing.
  • Transported deceased to funeral home.

Assistant Store Manager

Kal Tire
01.1996 - 08.1997
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.

Self Employed Automotive Mechanic

CM Mobile Mechanical
05.1990 - 12.1995
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.

Automotive Mechanic

Toyota
03.1982 - 09.1990
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter.
  • Increased workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed needed service.
  • Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.

Education

Certificate of Microsoft Systems Engineer - Computer Technology

Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC
09.1999

Certificate of First Responder - First Responder

Justice Institute of British Columbia
Vernon, BC
09.1994

Certificate of Fire Fighting - Fire Suppression

Justice Institute of British Columbia
Vernon, BC
09.1991

Red Seal Automotive Mechanic - Automotive Mechanics

Okanagan College
Kelowna BC
04.1984

Class 1 With Air - Truck Driving

Paul's Driving School
Vernon, BC
07.1979

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Employee motivation
  • Decision-making
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Inventory control
  • Staff development
  • Staff discipline
  • Analytical thinking
  • Team building
  • Processes and procedures
  • Operations management
  • Process improvement

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Funeral Home Assistant

Grand Forks Funeral Home
09.2017 - 06.2020

Supervisor or Technology

School District 54
09.1999 - 12.2024

Assistant Store Manager

Kal Tire
01.1996 - 08.1997

Self Employed Automotive Mechanic

CM Mobile Mechanical
05.1990 - 12.1995

Automotive Mechanic

Toyota
03.1982 - 09.1990

Certificate of Microsoft Systems Engineer - Computer Technology

Okanagan College

Certificate of First Responder - First Responder

Justice Institute of British Columbia

Certificate of Fire Fighting - Fire Suppression

Justice Institute of British Columbia

Red Seal Automotive Mechanic - Automotive Mechanics

Okanagan College

Class 1 With Air - Truck Driving

Paul's Driving School
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