Francis Cote
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Restaurant Co-Owner
La Poutine Inc.
01.2011 - Current
- Managed day-to day restaurant operations
- Managed maintenance & restaurant equipments
- Managed HR department & LMIA program
- Managed marketing & social media
- Evaluated employee performance regularly through constructive feedback sessions
- Managed finances, banking & accounting
- Managed food supplies, cost control & inventory
- Managed payroll & daily deposits
- Managed safety & cleanliness
Beekeeper
Yellow Magic
01.2020 - Current
- Increased honey production by implementing effective beekeeping practices and maintaining healthy hive environments.
- Enhanced colony health through regular inspections, disease prevention measures, and timely interventions.
- Maximized honey extraction with efficient use of specialized equipment such as extractors, uncapping knives, and settling tanks.
- Maintained accurate records of each hive''s health, productivity, and treatments applied to ensure optimal care and management.
- Implemented innovative winterization techniques that protected hives during harsh weather conditions, minimizing colony losses and ensuring a strong start to the next season.
- Preserved general hive health by inspecting for mites and providing ample food for bees.
- Monitored health of queen bees to verify healthy egg production.
Mechanical Technician
Ensign Energy Services Inc. (Departure)
09.2009 - 01.2011
- Improved machine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks on MWD tools.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing effective preventive maintenance plans.
- Increased cost savings by identifying opportunities for process improvement and implementing cost-effective solutions.
Rig Supervisor
Junex Inc.
05.2008 - 06.2009
- Enhanced drilling efficiency by implementing streamlined operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Optimized rig performance with regular maintenance, equipment upgrades, and adherence to industry standards.
- Reduced downtime through proactive identification and resolution of mechanical issues on the rig floor.
- Supervised contractor performance during well intervention activities for optimal results and quality assurance.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
CNC Machinist
National Oilwell Varco Inc
07.2007 - 02.2008
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient CNC programming and machine operation techniques on a CNC lathe.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
General Machinist
J. Larochelle Soudomac
03.2003 - 03.2007
- Operated various types of machines including CNC mills, lathes, and grinders.
- Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Consistently met tight deadlines under pressure while maintaining strict attention to detail.
- Fabricated and shaped parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics and composites.
- Studied blueprints or layouts on workpieces to determine sequence of operations and finished dimensions of workpieces.
- Used various portable and fixed machine tools such as boring bars, milling machines, facing machines and drill presses.
- Took measurements and marked material for cutting or shaping.
- Dismantled machines and equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to make parts according to specifications.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
Education
Trade - General Machinist
Centre De Formation Professionnelle De Neuchâtel
Québec, QCAssociate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Cégep De Lévis-Lauzon
Levis, QC06.2007
No Degree - General Machinist
Centre De Formation Professionnelle De Neuchâtel
Québec, QC06.2002
Skills
- Bilingual
- Customer Communication
- Work Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Dependable and Responsible
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Identification
- Honest and Dependable
Websites
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Beekeeper
Yellow Magic
01.2020 - Current
Restaurant Co-Owner
La Poutine Inc.
01.2011 - Current
Mechanical Technician
Ensign Energy Services Inc. (Departure)
09.2009 - 01.2011
Rig Supervisor
Junex Inc.
05.2008 - 06.2009
CNC Machinist
National Oilwell Varco Inc
07.2007 - 02.2008
General Machinist
J. Larochelle Soudomac
03.2003 - 03.2007
Trade - General Machinist
Centre De Formation Professionnelle De Neuchâtel
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Cégep De Lévis-Lauzon
No Degree - General Machinist
Centre De Formation Professionnelle De Neuchâtel
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