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Work History
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CORY BOURGON

Milton,ON

Summary

Versatile and results-driven professional with a proven track record at Cobo Home Services, excelling in customer relations and landscape maintenance. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and foster client relationships, leading to significant repeat business. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and teamwork, consistently prioritizing safety and quality.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Cobo Home Services
03.2016 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, including fence and deck restoration, power washing, carpet cleaning, and snow removal, ensuring that all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
  • operate a variety of lawn equipment, power tools, and machinery
  • Oversee the website, social media posts, and marketing.
  • Cleaned home carpets, tile, grout, area rugs, mattresses, and upholstery.
  • Provided exceptional service, consistently receiving positive feedback from satisfied customers.
  • Coordinated snow removal services during winter months, keeping residential properties safe and accessible for tenants and visitors alike.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.

Lead Hand

NPL
04.2001 - 11.2015
  • Adhered to industry safety protocols and enforced team member compliance.
  • Routinely inspected gas systems for potential hazards, mitigating risks before they became critical issues.
  • Proactively identified areas for improvement in existing procedures leading initiatives aimed at optimizing workflow efficiency.
  • Stayed current with industry advancements by attending workshops and seminars on the latest gas fitting technologies and techniques.
  • Measured, marked, cut, bored, fitted and installed various piping or structural components in accordance with blueprints and job specifications using hand and power tools, as well as a variety of machinery.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.

Meter Reader

Epson
04.1997 - 01.2000
  • I efficiently and accurately completed a daily route ranging from 400 to 1,200 meters, covering a total distance of 7 to 10 kilometers each day.
  • Checked accuracy of meters against previous data and kept detailed reports of inconsistencies.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on meters, ensuring accurate readings and early identification of potential issues.
  • Enhanced overall efficiency by utilizing handheld devices for quick data entry during site visits.
  • Reduced customer complaints through precise recording of utility usage, leading to fair charges on bills.
  • Trained new meter readers to apply best practices and comply with safety procedures.
  • Performed monthly meter tests to determine functionality and reliability.

Education

Inspectors Certifacate - Natural Gas

Embridge Inspectors School
Richmond Hill, ON
01-2014

Incident Command - Fire Science

Toronto Fire Academy
Toronto, ON
01-2001

High School Diploma -

Bishop Reading SS
Milton, ON
06-1996

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Strategic Planning for Small Businesses
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Responsible and punctual
  • Jobsite safety
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Computer skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Paramedic Certification - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).(2001)
  • Ice rescue certification
  • High Angle rescue certification
  • Embridge Inspector Certifacation
  • WHIMIS
  • Hazardous material transportation
  • Level 3 Hockey coach

Timeline

Owner

Cobo Home Services
03.2016 - Current

Lead Hand

NPL
04.2001 - 11.2015

Meter Reader

Epson
04.1997 - 01.2000

Inspectors Certifacate - Natural Gas

Embridge Inspectors School

Incident Command - Fire Science

Toronto Fire Academy

High School Diploma -

Bishop Reading SS
CORY BOURGON