Garret Sone
Oakdale,Ontario
Summary
Highly motivated and goal-oriented professional with exceptional time management skills. Deep insight into various mechanical trades, including repairs, operations, and management. Demonstrated ability to effectively handle diverse situations and deescalate conflicts through strong interpersonal skills. Seeking an opportunity to establish long-term roots within a company that values dedication and growth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Hand
Southview Hydrovac and Directional Drilling
03.2022 - Current
- Boosted overall productivity by providing hands-on training and guidance to junior team members.
- Ensured a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Established clear expectations for performance standards within the team encouraging accountability among all members.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Adhered to industry safety protocols and enforced team member compliance.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement in existing procedures leading initiatives aimed at optimizing workflow efficiency.
Hydrovac Swamper / Directional Driller
Ecg Utilities
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Vac truck swamper
- General labourer
- Directional drill operator
- Work shortage lay off
Gun Department and Gun Range Manager
Easthill Outdoors
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Overseeing day to day operations of the store and gun range along with providing gun smithing and shooting lessons
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
Store Clerk, Cerakote Applicator
Red Tower Armoury
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Red Tower Armoury Gunsmithing and firearms customization
- Handling Controlled Goods, prohibited firearms and device, restricted and non-restricted firearms
- Preforming custom cerakote paint jobs on a multitude of firearms including large production runs
- Troubleshooting and repairing firearms
- Talking with customers and completing sales
- Red Tower Armoury Gunsmithing and firearms customization
- Increased project completion rates through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Conducted thorough pre-application site assessments, ensuring optimal conditions for successful applications.
Bridge Girder and pressure pipe constructor, concrete truck driver and quality control assistant
Fort Terra Compression Pipe and Girder
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Improved durability of finished structures by ensuring proper concrete placement, curing techniques, and reinforcement methods were utilized consistently.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
Heavy Equipment Operator Snow removal supervisor and general repair person
Roman Building Materials
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Maintained a fleet of 30 tractors for snow removal and a fleet of 20 stone slingers and tandem dump trucks
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
Mechanic
Midas Muffler
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Preform general repairs and the occasional engine and drivetrain swap
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
Video, Audio, and Lighting Technician
J Clarke Richardson Collegiate
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Run event in theater and set up custom audio and lighting designs to cater to the permit holders needs
- Programmed consoles and loaded automated color change systems prior to events.
- Worked with director and other production staff to assess requirements and advocate for associated equipment needs or important safety standards.
- Performed proper maintenance of lighting equipment, ensuring safety, and quality operations.
- Followed lighting design plan to select fixtures and control settings.
- Received positive feedback from clients on consistent delivery of exceptional lighting services for their events.
- Customized lighting strategies based on specific theater and concert requirements.
Trampoline coach
Planet Gymnastics
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to gym rules, equipment maintenance, and proper spotting techniques.
- Maintained fun-filled atmosphere with class participants while remaining professional and focused on achievement.
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
- Boosted gymnasts'' confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
Education
Secondary School -
J Clarke Richardson
01-2012
Skills
- Team oversight
- Vast Knowledge of Automobiles, Heavy Equipment and Construction
- Resource management
- Workplace ethics
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications
- Problem management
- Policy interpretation
- Team collaboration
- Advanced oral and written communication skills
- Advanced computer skills
- Highly motivated
- Critical thinking
- Caseload management
- Database management
- Sales background
Certification
- ARZ Class Driver's License
- Canadian Restricted Firearms Licence
- Bell contractor
- First Aid and CPR, 08/01/22
Timeline
Hydrovac Swamper / Directional Driller
Ecg Utilities
08.2022 - 11.2022
Lead Hand
Southview Hydrovac and Directional Drilling
03.2022 - Current
Gun Department and Gun Range Manager
Easthill Outdoors
01.2020 - 01.2022
Store Clerk, Cerakote Applicator
Red Tower Armoury
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bridge Girder and pressure pipe constructor, concrete truck driver and quality control assistant
Fort Terra Compression Pipe and Girder
01.2014 - 01.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator Snow removal supervisor and general repair person
Roman Building Materials
01.2012 - 01.2014
Mechanic
Midas Muffler
01.2010 - 01.2012
Video, Audio, and Lighting Technician
J Clarke Richardson Collegiate
01.2009 - 01.2012
Trampoline coach
Planet Gymnastics
01.2009 - 01.2011
- ARZ Class Driver's License
- Canadian Restricted Firearms Licence
- Bell contractor
- First Aid and CPR, 08/01/22
Secondary School -
J Clarke Richardson
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