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Colby Ballendine

Corman Park,SK

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as an Owner/Operator at Forefront Developments Inc., excelling in project management and effective communication. Proven track record in vendor negotiation and quality assurance, ensuring project objectives are met while maintaining safety compliance. Committed to enhancing customer relationships and delivering high-quality results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/ Operator

Forefront Developments Inc.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
10.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Communicated effectively with customers throughout the entire quoting process.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as payroll processing, budgeting, invoicing.
  • Participated in product design reviews to ensure that design specifications meet quality objectives.

Journeyman Plumber

V&S Plumbing and Heating
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
03.2014 - 10.2020
  • Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
  • Tested piping systems with water and air pressure to maintain balance and accuracy.
  • Installed gas piping systems according to local codes.
  • Adhered to safety procedures to reduce risk of injury.
  • Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to plumbing work.

Miner

Potash Corp
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2013 - 02.2014
  • Operated equipment to transfer materials between workstations.
  • Collecting samples from various areas of the mine for testing purposes.
  • Serviced equipment and repaired and replaced parts as necessary.
  • Adhered to safety protocols by maintaining awareness of markings, grade stakes and hand signals while operating equipment.
  • Performing regular maintenance on mining equipment.
  • Maintaining mining equipment, such as drills, conveyors and pumps.

Education

Journeyman Plumber -

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SK
09-2018

High School Diploma -

NBCHS
North Battleford, SK
06-2006

Skills

  • Vendor negotiation
  • Budgeting
  • Quality assurance
  • Project management
  • Customer relationship management
  • Safety compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Owner/ Operator

Forefront Developments Inc.
10.2020 - Current

Journeyman Plumber

V&S Plumbing and Heating
03.2014 - 10.2020

Miner

Potash Corp
01.2013 - 02.2014

Journeyman Plumber -

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

High School Diploma -

NBCHS
Colby Ballendine