Chad Rexer
Lac Ste Annes County,AB
Summary
Experienced and reliable general worker with a strong track record of efficiently completing tasks in diverse settings. Proficient in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining clean and organized workspaces. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and adaptability to different environments. Seeking to join a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
Self Employeed
Cherhill, Alberta
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with staff members to ensure operational efficiency of the organization.
- Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
- Negotiated high-value contracts and partnerships to expand market presence.
- Ensured operational excellence across all departments to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
Track Foreman
Canadian National Railway
Edmonton, Canada
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed daily inspections of track, bridges and signals to ensure safe operation of trains.
- Ensured that all Tracks within Serviceable area were maintained in accordance with federal regulations.
- Monitored progress on projects, ensuring they met quality standards and deadlines.
- Maintained records of labor hours, materials used, and repairs completed for each project.
- Provided technical advice and assistance as needed to crew members regarding track maintenance issues.
- Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss safety protocols, upcoming projects, and any problems or concerns encountered during work activities.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as derailments or hazardous material spills.
Trackmen truck driver, Boom truck foreman
Canadian National Railway
Symington Yard, Canada
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Ensured that all trucks and equipment were properly maintained and serviced according to manufacturer specifications.
- Monitored the performance of truck drivers to ensure they followed safety protocols and complied with applicable laws.
- Coordinated with staff members to plan, schedule, and assign tasks for daily operations.
- Developed policies and procedures for loading, unloading, transporting goods safely and efficiently.
- Maintained records of vehicle maintenance schedules, inspections, repairs, and other related activities.
Trackmen on bucket gang
Canadian National Railway
01.2017 - 01.2018
apo-1
Hulcher Professional Services
Wpg, Canada
11.2015 - 01.2017
- On Call 24/7 for CN
- Working extended hours in extreme temperatures +40C/-40C
- Load adjustments, Installation of panel, switches & wheel changes
- Train Derailments
- Safe operation of side boom, 977 track loader, excavator panel
- Maintain tractor cleanliness, repair tractor, trailer & equipment (includes greasing, fluid levels, oil samples, minor & major repairs
- Report credit card usage, driver trip sheets, logs, miles & hours
- Proper usage of welders, torch & cutting rods
- Sweeping, painting, lifting chains, removing brakes, break rods, keepers & pins
- Kneeling, bending and crawling in, around and under train cars
- Maintaining up to date safety requirements (E-rail Safe Canada/US CPR, Smith System & On Track Safety)
- Brother’s Keeper Safety Watch
Swamper/Driver
Spearing Services Ltd.
Oxbow, Canada
11.2014 - 05.2015
- 21/7 work day cycle (on call 24/7 during 21 day work period)
- Worked in hazardous environment & weather for long periods of time
- Washed trucks and trailers prior & after use
- Acquired ability to operate different trucks & trailers
- Loader operator
- Safe usage of loader used to clear snow & make paths, large enough for semi-trucks to turn around
- Clearing snow from camp & office
- Loading & unloading merchandise off trailers
- Vac Truck Operator
- Safely loaded and unloaded vacuum tank
- Cleaned up oil spills
- Confined space entry search & rescue
- Cleaning of all the dirty water & oil tanks
- Winch truck operator
- Safe operation of a PTO Hydraulic Winch
- Safely haul, load and unload Frack Tanks, Dragon Tanks, 400 water & oil contaminated containers and matting 8’x40’
- Safely load and unload damaged trucks onto flat deck trailer using Hydraulic Winch
Education
Class 1 & Air Endorsement -
United Driver Training
Steinbach, MB10.2015
Grade 12 Diploma - Dual Diploma in Academic & Full Diploma in Building Construction
Murdoch Mackay Collegiate
Winnipeg, MB06.2010
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership Team Building
- Consulting
- Risk Mitigation
Certification
- Skid Steer Loader Operator Certificate, 01/01/14
- H2S Alive, 01/01/14
- Standard First Aid CPR A & AED, 01/01/21
- Confined Space Entry/Rescue, 01/01/15
- ON-TRACK SAFETY, 01/01/15
- E-Rail Safe Field Contractor, 01/01/15
- Confined Space Entrant Attendant & Supervisor, 01/01/16
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
President
Self Employeed
07.2023 - Current
Track Foreman
Canadian National Railway
01.2023 - 09.2023
Trackmen truck driver, Boom truck foreman
Canadian National Railway
01.2018 - 01.2021
Trackmen on bucket gang
Canadian National Railway
01.2017 - 01.2018
apo-1
Hulcher Professional Services
11.2015 - 01.2017
Swamper/Driver
Spearing Services Ltd.
11.2014 - 05.2015
Class 1 & Air Endorsement -
United Driver Training
Grade 12 Diploma - Dual Diploma in Academic & Full Diploma in Building Construction
Murdoch Mackay Collegiate
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