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Gerald Westwood

Calgary,AB

Summary

I am seeking full-time employment. I hold a Class 3 with air. I take pride in being a reliable, organized, and self-motivated person. I recognize that clear communication, respect, organization, and attention to detail are vital to the role. Therefore, my extensive and varied experience as a vehicle operator is indicative of my skill level and my commitment to honest accurate work. Overall, I believe you will recognize that my work and life experience make me an excellent candidate for the position. I appreciate your consideration, and I would like to arrange to meet as soon as possible.

Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 15+ years in logistics.

Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Bluegrass Nursaries
05.2021 - Current
  • Operated Water truck & Gravel truck going to different sites throughout the City of Calgary AB
  • Am responsible for pre- and post- trip vehicle inspections, safely operating vehicles in tight areas, delivering materials in timely manner, and working in safety-sensitive areas.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.

Leadership

Bluestone Tank Services
01.2021 - Current
  • I would consider myself natural leader, Am always first to volunteer to solve a problem, I respond when there are medical emergencies, and I understand how important it is to lead by example, meaning that I will be an example employee no matter the field, as I only want for our company, and our team, to be successful
  • Also, have taught First Aid as Instructor with St. John’s Ambulance, so I can lead in life or death situation, but am also comfortable taking back seat when students are learning.
  • Delivered leadership development programs across levels of leadership.
  • Demonstrated leadership to raise process awareness and issues to executive leadership.

Communication

Bluestone Tank Services
01.2012 - Current
  • No matter the task, effective communication is vital to a successful workforce, and I consistently deliver clear and matter of fact information to all parties involved as this helps to complete the project seamlessly.
  • Enhanced team communication by developing and implementing efficient communication strategies.
  • Streamlined team communication by implementing efficient communication channels and tools.

Operator

Bluestone Tank Services
01.2013 - 01.2024
  • At Bluestone Tank Services, operating water truck to specific locations to unload water and develop ice roads for Suncor in the Northern Canada
  • Working in a safety sensitive area of the mine
  • The environmental conditions are extreme, so I am quite comfortable driving in any setting.

Owner Operator

Ramwest Installations
03.2013 - 03.2020
  • I have decades of experience in construction and mechanics, and I know what it takes to manage projects, employees, and customer requests in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.

General Contractor

Ramwest Installations
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • As a contractor, I am responsible for communicating with various tradespeople through the completion of projects and ensuring that products and services are delivered on time and installed safely and to code
  • Driving is a skill that I have utilized in every job I have had, and this experience comes in handy when structuring deliveries to coincide with strict production schedules, ensuring that orders are delivered on time and our clients are satisfied.

Transit mixer operator

Lafarge North America
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • The job was similar to those at Lafarge Vancouver BC, such as, mixing concrete to various consistencies upon request, driving to several locations for concrete delivery, and maintaining my vehicle simultaneous to the task at hand.

Transit mixer operator

Lafarge North America
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Operated and maintained heavy equipment and machinery to meet safety requirements
  • Delivered quality concrete products on time and with the correct consistency every time
  • Trained apprentice mechanics, coaching them to manage their time, and develop a critical eye for efficient solutions to complex mechanical issues.

Education

Standard First Aid -

Construction Safety -

H2S Alive -

Red Seal - Mechanics

Ontario Ministry of Training
10.1989

Journeyman Mechanic - Auto And Heavy Duty Mechanics

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton, AB
10.1985

Skills

  • Safe Driving
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Basic Computer Literacy
  • Defensive Driving Techniques

References

References available upon request

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Truck Driver

Bluegrass Nursaries
05.2021 - Current

Leadership

Bluestone Tank Services
01.2021 - Current

General Contractor

Ramwest Installations
01.2014 - 01.2020

Owner Operator

Ramwest Installations
03.2013 - 03.2020

Operator

Bluestone Tank Services
01.2013 - 01.2024

Communication

Bluestone Tank Services
01.2012 - Current

Transit mixer operator

Lafarge North America
01.2010 - 01.2016

Transit mixer operator

Lafarge North America
01.2007 - 01.2010

Standard First Aid -

Construction Safety -

H2S Alive -

Red Seal - Mechanics

Ontario Ministry of Training

Journeyman Mechanic - Auto And Heavy Duty Mechanics

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

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