CHRIS TARDIF
Calgary
Summary
Seeking a challenging position within a forward thinking organization where I can best use my skills, experience and education. Organized Operator skilled in equipment operation, safety and quality initiatives. Experienced with equipment maintenance, inspections and basic repairs. Team player and clear communicator.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NDT Operator/ MPI Operator, Machine Operator (Threaders, Bevellers, Hydro), Visual Inspector
Evraz Inc. NA
01.2007 - 01.2024
- Operated various machines safely and efficiently in the steel casing and finishing department
- Operated ultrasonic (Sonic 1 & 2), magnetic particle and electromagnetic induction equipment
- Responsible for the routine maintenance of finishing line equipment and machinery
- Experienced in troubleshooting and repairing problems with industrial machining equipment
- Visually inspected casing, ensuring quality to industry standards
- Leadhand experience, provided vacation, holiday and sick-time relief on casing and finishing line.
Bartender / Server / Security
Buccaneer's Pub & Eatery
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Ensured customer's received a quality and consistent experience in a high volume environment
- Made and served drinks in a timely and efficient manner
- Performed opening and closing duties
- Maintained a clean and well stocked bar
- Trained new server's and bar staff.
Customer Service and Sales Representative
Air Canada
01.2000 - 01.2007
- Serviced inbound customer calls by facilitating new bookings or changing existing files
- Contacted customers to advise of schedule changes and/or irregular operations
- Effectively serviced inbound customer complaints and concerns
- Worked at lead agent desk for CSR support
- Effectively worked with travel agents and other airlines on shared bookings.
Sales and Service Representative
Xerox Canada
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Provided document technology support
- Provided routine maintenance / repairs to advanced technical solutions
- Prospected sales leads for sales team
- Scheduled appointments for service technicians.
Banquet Staff / Bartender
Hilton Saint John
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Set up and prepared for banquets up to 1000 people
- Served and waited on small and large events, maintaining a professional and courteous demeanor, demonstrating a high level of social etiquette
- Set up dry bar and bartended for small and large events.
Production Supervisor
International Sports Nets
01.1995 - 01.2000
- Supervised the production and quality control of all sports netting products
- Responsible for inventory control, warehouse management and shipping / receiving
- Responsible for all production paperwork for payroll purposes
- Trained new production employees
- Handled purchasing and merchandising details while working with vendors and suppliers
- Customer service and sales representative for retail outlet
- Scheduled and managed staff of up to ten.
Education
1st year of Chemical Technology Co - op program -
New Brunswick Community College
Saint John, NB12.1995
1st year of Bachelor of Science -
Acadia University
Wolfville, NS12.1989
Diploma in academic studies/college prep. -
Digby Regional High School
Digby, NS12.1988
Skills
- Strong troubleshooting ability with a natural aptitude for problem solving
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to new situations and environments
- Team leadership and management skills / experience
- Experienced working safely with hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools
- Work very well within a team environment and independently
- Extensive customer service and sales experience
Certification
- WHMIS
- Accident Prevention
- Fall Arrest
- Working in Confined Spaces
- Overhead Crane
- Forklift Operation
- Ultrasonic Testing levels 1 & 2 (ASNT)
- Magnetic Particle level 1
References
Available upon request.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
NDT Operator/ MPI Operator, Machine Operator (Threaders, Bevellers, Hydro), Visual Inspector
Evraz Inc. NA
01.2007 - 01.2024
Sales and Service Representative
Xerox Canada
01.2004 - 01.2005
Bartender / Server / Security
Buccaneer's Pub & Eatery
01.2003 - 01.2007
Banquet Staff / Bartender
Hilton Saint John
01.2001 - 01.2004
Customer Service and Sales Representative
Air Canada
01.2000 - 01.2007
Production Supervisor
International Sports Nets
01.1995 - 01.2000
1st year of Chemical Technology Co - op program -
New Brunswick Community College
1st year of Bachelor of Science -
Acadia University
Diploma in academic studies/college prep. -
Digby Regional High School
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