Dave Yelland
West Kelowna
Summary
I am a hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning and pursuing opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success.
I offer strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
I left Bob Brown GMC (Murray GM) in 2015 for medical reasons which translated to retirement. I am now looking for work on either full or part time basis. Thank you.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instrument Electrical Technician
Canadian Armed Forces
01.1978
- I attained the Commandants shield award in basic training and went on to Kingston Ontario to train in electronics.
- I applied for release from the forces and was honorably discharged.
Service Advisor
Bob Brown Pontiac Buick GMC
01.1988 - 01.2015
- In 1988 I was hired by Bob Brown Pontiac Buick GMC where I was able to learn the newest in automotive technology. It was at the dealership that I completed my 2,3 and 4 year apprenticeship.
- From 2008 to 2015 I worked as a service advisor at Bob Brown Pontiac Buick GMC in Penticton (where I had worked previously as a technician).
Rapid Transfer
01.2003 - 01.2006
- From 2003 -2006 I drove for Rapid Transfer from Oliver BC hauling super B loads of lumber from Weyerhauser in OK Falls and Princeton until the company closes it's doors in 2006.
Osoyoos Aggregates
01.1994 - 01.2003
- I worked for Osoyoos Aggregates, Wiles trucking and Peters bros just to name a few from 1994 to 2003.
- 2006-2008 I worked for Osoyoos Aggregates in Osoyoos.
First Year Apprentice
Main St Automotive
01.1987 - 01.1988
- From 1987-1988 I worked as a first year apprentice at Main St Automotive in Oliver.
Parts and Service
Penticton Nissan dealership
01.1986 - 01.1987
- My first fulltime job after the CF was working in parts and service at the Penticton Nissan dealership (1986-1987) after which I left to pursue my apprenticeship in automotive mechanics.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Okanagan Secondary School
Oliver, BC06-1978
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
Okanagan College
KelownaNo Degree - Electronics
Canadian Forces School of Electronics Engineering
Kingston, ONSkills
- Customer service
- Computer skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Vehicle assessment
- Listening skills
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Service estimates
- Safe driving practices
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Decision-making under pressure
- Safe driving
Certification
I have a red seal qualification in automotive mechanics, class 1 with air brakes drivers license and a clean drivers abstract.
Hobbies and Interests
My hobbies consist of target shooting, archery (compound and recurve bows), model building and motorcycle riding to name a few.
Section name
- During my training in college I received the highest marks in my classes for all four years (tied in 4th year).
- I left the dealership in 1994.
- I fell back on my Class 1 with air brakes that I had gained in 1985 whilst working for a small excavating company in Osoyoos BC.
- In my work history I also gained experience in both the residential plumbing/hvac and electrical trades.
- I am now semi retired and looking for part time work.
- My personal details are DOB March 3/1959
- Weight 152 lb's, height 5' 8"
- I look forward to hearing from you.
- Dave Yelland
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Rapid Transfer
01.2003 - 01.2006
Osoyoos Aggregates
01.1994 - 01.2003
Service Advisor
Bob Brown Pontiac Buick GMC
01.1988 - 01.2015
First Year Apprentice
Main St Automotive
01.1987 - 01.1988
Parts and Service
Penticton Nissan dealership
01.1986 - 01.1987
Instrument Electrical Technician
Canadian Armed Forces
01.1978
High School Diploma -
South Okanagan Secondary School
No Degree - Automotive Mechanics
Okanagan College
No Degree - Electronics
Canadian Forces School of Electronics Engineering
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