Darren Waterhouse
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Dynamic professional with strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to continuous learning. Excellent communication skills facilitate effective collaboration and contribute to team success, driving positive results. Eager to embrace new challenges while advancing organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Passionate about leveraging skills to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traffic Control Person
TCI Field Services
06.2023 - Current
- Providing traffic protection for on-road workers.
- Training new staff
- Supervising Junior partners
- Driving pickup trucks and Crash truck (D License holder)
- Ontario Ministry of Transportation Book 7 trained
- Enhanced traffic flow by efficiently directing vehicles and pedestrians at construction sites.
- Collaborated with law enforcement officers to ensure compliance with local regulations and ordinances.
- Demonstrated adaptability, effectively controlling traffic in various weather conditions and environments.
- Supported construction crews by promptly responding to changing conditions and adjusting traffic control plans accordingly.
Brewery Ambassador
Falcon Brewing Company
10.2023 - Current
- Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach.
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences.
- Represented Brewery at Public and Corporate events, tasting and festivals.
- Assisted with event bookings
Brewer's Assistant/Cellarman
C'est What Durham Brewing
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Cleaning and sanitizing, kegging and canning product.
- Invoicing and delivering product to licensees.
- Managing tasting room and staff
- Sales (including cold calls to commercial locations), and promotion work (beer festivals, tastings).
- Provided exceptional customer service during brewery tours, generating positive feedback from visitors.
- Assisted in marketing efforts, engaging with customers at events and tastings to promote brand awareness and loyalty.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and other necessary equipment to transport barrels and materials within the cellar.
Traffic Control Person
TCI Field Services
10.2017 - 06.2022
- Providing traffic protection for on-road workers.
- Training new staff
- Supervising Junior partners
- Driving pickup trucks and Crash truck (D License holder)
- Ontario Ministry of Transportation Book 7 trained
- Enhanced traffic flow by efficiently directing vehicles and pedestrians at construction sites.
- Collaborated with law enforcement officers to ensure compliance with local regulations and ordinances.
- Demonstrated adaptability, effectively controlling traffic in various weather conditions and environments.
- Supported construction crews by promptly responding to changing conditions and adjusting traffic control plans accordingly.
Network Technician
Canadian Network Installations, Ltd.
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Installation and upgrading networking equipment for Wireless industry
- Cabling and power distribution
- Traveled to work sites throughout Ontario
Installer
The Reset Team
03.2015 - 05.2016
- Installing and removing signage, banners, racks and shelving
- Removing and replacing merchandise as needed.
- Utilizing pump trucks, and scissor-lift equipment
- Extensive travelling within Canada, including multiple weeks out-of-town
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
Special Workforce Action Team Member
Loblaw Companies Limited
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Following planogram information, removal and replacing grocery product
- Constructed and refurbished shelving
- Utilized manual pump trucks and extended lift equipment
- Attended courses in fall arrest, WHMIS and workplace safety, and worked injury-free within set safety guidelines
Field Service Technician
Compower Systems
02.2011 - 12.2012
- Installed and maintained DC power backup systems for clients in the telecommunications industry.
- Installed cable racking and rack support apparatus
- Ran and terminated power cable and grounding
- Installed Rectifiers, Batteries, Power Distribution Bays
- Attended courses in fall arrest, WHMIS and workplace safety, and worked injury-free within set safety guidelines
Field Service Technician
AT&T
01.2000 - 09.2009
- Managed DMS 250 office, providing long distance telephony for a regional Telco.
- Test, turn-up and troubleshooting of transport circuits, trunks
- Supervised installation of peripherals and expansions
- Performed scheduled analysis
- Provided 24/7 on-call support
- All work was done efficiently without supervision
- Assisted in emergency response to the events on Sept. 11, 2001 and Hurricane Katrina
Network Surveillance Technician
Bell Mobility
05.1998 - 01.2000
- Monitored province-wide cellular telephone network
- Provided dispatch duties with technicians in the field
- Liaised with Landline Telcos and Contractors
- Created an intranet web page to provide shared data with entire department
- Administered a fleet of DC Power Generators, tracked their use, location and maintenance
- Organized emergency response to extreme weather in Eastern Ontario and Quebec, received official letter of thanks from Quebec Premier
- Assisted Quebec Provincial Police in tracking of a stolen vehicle
Contractor
Bell Mobility
12.1993 - 05.1998
- Fulfilled several roles as needed.
- Performed Shipping and Receiving duties
- Installed and upgraded base stations, trained seasonal workers
- Provided drive testing (RF sampling) for Engineering Department
- Provided Repair and Return duties for field equipment, built a database for tracking purposes
- Worked within safety protocols, injury-free
Glass Fabricator
P.P.G./Duplate
10.1988 - 01.1991
- Fabrication, inspection and packing of automotive glass products for several major automotive companies (GM, Mazda, Toyota, Honda, Western Freightliner)
Order Picker/Shipper
Red Stallion Automotive Products
12.1988 - 08.1989
- Picking and preparing for shipment of orders placed by company affiliates.
Brakeman Trainee
Canadian National Railways
03.1988 - 12.1988
- Completed in-class and on-road training in railway operations, including safety, rail yard work, railway signal recognition and St. John's Ambulance emergency first aid.
Installer
Bell Canada
02.1987 - 12.1987
- Completed Bell Canada Plant School, including pole climbing, installation and driving courses. Obtained Bell Canada Drivers License.
- Installed residential telephone services, including cabling and modular jacks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Anderson Collegiate And Vocational Institute
Whitby, ONSkills
- Self motivation
- Resilience under pressure
- Workplace professionalism
- Customer engagement
- Analytical problem-solving
- Effective team leadership
- Flexibility in changing circumstances
- Analytical reasoning
- Social media management
- Possesses valid G Class Ontario driver's license with clean abstract
Languages
English - Advanced
Full Professional
Certification
- Driver's Licence D Class
- July 2018 to June 2023
Interests
- Camping
- Kayaking
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Genealogy
Timeline
Brewery Ambassador
Falcon Brewing Company
10.2023 - Current
Traffic Control Person
TCI Field Services
06.2023 - Current
Brewer's Assistant/Cellarman
C'est What Durham Brewing
06.2022 - 06.2023
Traffic Control Person
TCI Field Services
10.2017 - 06.2022
Network Technician
Canadian Network Installations, Ltd.
06.2016 - 08.2016
Installer
The Reset Team
03.2015 - 05.2016
Special Workforce Action Team Member
Loblaw Companies Limited
10.2013 - 12.2014
Field Service Technician
Compower Systems
02.2011 - 12.2012
Field Service Technician
AT&T
01.2000 - 09.2009
Network Surveillance Technician
Bell Mobility
05.1998 - 01.2000
Contractor
Bell Mobility
12.1993 - 05.1998
Order Picker/Shipper
Red Stallion Automotive Products
12.1988 - 08.1989
Glass Fabricator
P.P.G./Duplate
10.1988 - 01.1991
Brakeman Trainee
Canadian National Railways
03.1988 - 12.1988
Installer
Bell Canada
02.1987 - 12.1987
High School Diploma -
Anderson Collegiate And Vocational Institute
Certification
Smart Serve Certified