Jason Smith
Chestermere,AB
Summary
Dynamic environmental professional with extensive experience at Triton Environmental Consultants, excelling in airboat operation and wildlife management. Proven team leader with strong problem-solving abilities, ensuring safety compliance and successful project coordination. Recognized for enhancing crew efficiency and fostering a collaborative work environment while maintaining high standards in environmental compliance.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Airboat Operator / Shift Lead / Crew Lead
Triton Environmental Consultants
, AB
04.2019 - Current
- Operated airboats on waterways to prevent wildlife from entering project areas.
- Completed hazard assessments ahead of water-based operations.
- Conducted wildlife deterrent operations.
- Ensured functionality of avian deterrent systems in both aquatic and terrestrial settings.
- Supported capture and identification of diverse avian species.
- Guided junior employees in understanding Oilsands project requirements.
- Ensured proper outfitting of boats, UTV and trucks with necessary gear for safety through daily inspections.
- Monitored evolving weather patterns impacting airboat navigation.
- Provided guidance and support to team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Enforced safety regulations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Suggested changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase crew efficiency.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
- Organized crew placement per job function when assigning work.
- Mentored newly hired crew members to prepare each for job roles.
- Observed safety protocols and manufacturer's instructions when using heavy machinery and equipment.
- Created effective schedules for crew members to maximize efficiency.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback for improvement.
- Trained new hires on job responsibilities, safety protocols, and company policy.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Environmental Technician
Clear Environmental Solutions | Bowron Environmental Group
, AB
10.2010 - 01.2024
- Ensured thorough inspection of OSE drilling sites during both pre and post-drilling phases.
- Collected and analyzed surface water samples.
- Performed site-specific soil sampling before construction of sumps.
- Evaluated soil quality for contaminated areas.
- Evaluated soil properties for receival capacity of drill waste on cultivated land.
- Managed logistics for water conveyance.
- Measured various parameters of water bodies.
- Tracked and ensured proper disposal of all drilling waste during SAGD operations.
- Generated daily, weekly, and monthly company-specific reports.
- Oversaw coordination of remote sump site discharges ensuring efficiency.
- Directed sump remediation procedures using Mix Bury Cover method.
- Oversaw surface drill cuttings disposal (Land spread).
- Managed surface water discharge compliance per regulatory guidelines.
- Oversaw drilling waste at a recycling facility.
- Directed efforts to mitigate environmental concerns during project activities.
- Directed operations for installation and removal of water crossing infrastructures.
- Experienced with compliance to standards with the AER
- SVA’s (Sump Viability Assessments)
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing environmental test results and presented findings to management.
- Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment to ensure accuracy in testing.
- Trained personnel on proper safety protocols when working around hazardous materials.
- Performed basic calculations and computer data entry.
- Responded to environmental emergencies, such as chemical spills, providing technical support and cleanup assistance.
- Participated in environmental audits and inspections, identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
- Collected samples from surface water bodies for laboratory analysis.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Documented inspection, collection, sample management and waste removal activities and findings through appropriate communications and recordkeeping practices.
- Assisted in the development of corrective action plans to address non-compliance issues identified during inspections or audits.
Environmental Technician
Summit
, AB
07.2016 - 03.2019
- Executed response protocols for river water spills.
- Executed procedures for collecting water samples while prioritizing safety.
- Utilized an array of equipment to sample water, soil, and sediments.
- Sampled specified areas within and beside riverbanks.
- Utilized sampling instruments including Ponars, Ekmans, YSI multimeters, flow meters and turbidity meters.
- Produced thorough documentation, including notes and images, handed over promptly.
- Operated multiple transportation methods including boats, UTV, trucks, and on foot.
- Coordinated with team leaders to complete outlined objectives.
- Utilized skills in LWD for efficient spraying during drilling.
- Oversaw water and vacuum truck activities in pipeline operations.
- Conducted land evaluations aligned with LWD protocols.
- Coordinated disposal tasks within designated agricultural plots.
- Conducted site soil sampling before and after Land Spray activities.
Construction Supervisor
Remedy Energy Services
, AB
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Emphasized safe work practices within the entire initiative.
- Executed winter road and lease construction adhering to OSE regulatory approvals.
- Executed construction, abandonment, and surveyor activities in the Oil Sands projects.
- Directed operation of Dozers, Excavators, Loaders, Water trucks, Graders, Dump Trucks.
- Report field work progress to Remedy and Imperial Oil each day and week.
- Assessed potential lease locations through UTVs, trucks, and personal walkthroughs.
- Coordinated efforts with drilling supervisors, coordinators, and superintendents during OSE construction.
- Constructed waterway crossings for the OSE program.
- Formulated plans to cut expenses through strategic equipment management and comprehensive examination of field tickets.
- Aided in minimizing the construction footprint within the OSE program (smaller access, reduced machinery, necessary personnel only, etc)
- Performed reclamation and rollback tasks in accordance with the 'Faster Forest' initiative.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Maintained records of all work completed by contractors including time sheets, supplies purchased.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Ordered necessary tools, equipment, machinery and resources required by workers in order to complete projects successfully.
- Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Inspected daily construction to determine project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling to ensure on-time, under-budget completion for profitable projects.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were strictly followed at all times throughout the duration of the project.
Inside Sales / Order Desk
Zytech Building Systems
, AB
05.2008 - 02.2009
- Entered and processed orders for clients promptly.
- Provided support to customers working on their projects.
- Ensured timely delivery of required materials to support customer projects.
- Supported operations at Edmonton and Balzac locations to fulfill demand.
- Processed customer invoices.
- Performed detailed assessments of required materials for residential construction.
Inside Sales / Order Entry
AB Cushing Mills Ltd
, AB
05.2006 - 05.2008
- Entered customer orders into Adagio system efficiently.
- Provide daily customer support.
- Acquired daily softwood and hardwood deliveries for project floor.
- Operated CNC router during peak order periods.
- Coordinated logistics for customer order deliveries.
- Generate detailed customer billing statements.
- Execute periodic inventory audits both monthly and annually.
Purchaser / Scheduler / Transportation
DIRTT
, AB
05.2005 - 05.2006
- Procured essential materials such as wood, glass, hardware, and paint for production.
- Hosted periodic discussions with vendors focusing on reviewing performance analytics, updating pricing models, and introducing new products.
- Drafted daily and monthly schedules, ensuring smooth workflow.
- Assessed documentation to pinpoint specifications for material procurement.
- Verified accuracy of timelines in order folders to optimize production schedules.
- Organized transportation for completed tasks, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
Purchaser
SMED International / Haworth
, AB
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Secured essential supplies like veneers, adhesives, laminates, PVC edging for production needs.
- Managed $10 million in incoming and outgoing materials.
- Streamlined goods dispatch process.
- Contributed insights during recurring discussions about material acquisitions.
- Held weekly, monthly, yearly sessions focusing on payment plans, new products, and volume purchases.
- Issued and allocated purchase orders to address everyday material demands.
- Managed vendor agreements.
- Coordinated meetings with vendors to identify cost-saving strategies.
- Performed periodic reviews of inventory levels in order to determine reorder points.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Monitored vendor performance in order to assess the effectiveness of agreements.
- Followed up on all open purchase orders with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of items.
- Investigated discrepancies between invoices received from suppliers and actual delivered goods.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable supply chains.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Evaluated manufacturing processes on-site at vendor locations in Canada and the USA.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure advantageous terms and conditions.
- Participated in trade shows and conferences to stay informed on market trends.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Production Planner
SMED International
, AB
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Generated daily work order extractions using SMED 3000 data source.
- Analyzed daily work requests to prevent errors impacting output.
- Partnered with Product Maintenance team to correct discrepancies in work orders.
- Monitored and isolated issues in the production process.
- Developed scheduling strategies to enhance the efficiency of wood production operations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all stages of production planning and execution.
Panel Saws Area Coordinator / Optimizer
SMED International
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Managed a department of 10 employees
- Maintained a positive and motivating work environment within the area
- Performed monthly and yearly employee evaluations
- Optimized and pre-programmed machines with a full days worth of work one day prior to production in order to promote maximum efficiency
- Maintained a daily goal to stay on time in our area to ensure all other areas of the production line had a constant flow of work
- Responsible to assign appropriate personnel for positions within the department
Panel Saws Section support
SMED International
01.1994 - 01.1996
- Assisted panel saw operator in achieving daily output goals of wood panels
- Required to keep a safe work environment by keeping machines clean of debris and operating effectively
- Ensured that all wood materials got to their specific locations in a timely and organized fashion
- Responsible for making sure all product coming from the saws were in line with company quality objectives
Education
PMAC Principle of Buying - buying, Transportation and Logistics, Quality, Inventory and Operations control
U of C
01.2004
High school diploma -
Landmark Forum - personal and professional development course
Skills
- Airboat operation
- Wildlife management
- Hazard assessment
- Safety compliance
- Environmental monitoring
- Team leadership
- Communication skills
- Experienced with power tools
- Problem-solving abilities
- Flexible schedule
- Professional demeanor
- Punctual and dependable
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Teamwork and communication
- Production planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Data collection
- Project coordination
- Scheduling
- Logistics management
Certification
- H2S
- TDG
- First Aid/CPR
- WHIMIS
- Ground Disturbance
- EGSO
- PST
- Water Diversion Course
- Defensive Disturbance Driving
- UTV Course
Hobbies and Interests
- Golf
- Camping
- Fishing
- Traveling
- Hockey
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Movies
- Video Games
- Board Games
References
- Wes Saminovich, Northwood Construction, 1-780-212-1463
- Murray Williams, Christy Creek Contracting, 1-780-404-5286
- Jeff Dietz, Bowron Environmental, 1-403-818-2702
- Garrett Ladell,
General - Skills
- Proven ability to take initiative when approached with new challenges
- Accustomed to working out of town for extended periods of time and travelling long distances.
- Excellent computer skills including knowledge of a wide variety of applications such as MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Teamwork, Workbook, Access, Adobe, Windows XP, Adagio, Turbo Cadd, and many other company specific programs
- GPS and Navigation skills (Garmin, LSD Nav, PDF Maps, etc)
- Owner of UTV with training ticket
- Owner of Outboard pleasure Craft with PCOC and Medi 3
- Able to work independently or as a member of a team as demonstrated in a number of various work situations
- Proven leader, outgoing, approachable, professional, great communicator, quick learner and motivator
- Reputation of reliability, meeting tight deadlines, keen attention to detail, as well as superior organization and scheduling skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Airboat Operator / Shift Lead / Crew Lead
Triton Environmental Consultants
04.2019 - Current
Environmental Technician
Summit
07.2016 - 03.2019
Construction Supervisor
Remedy Energy Services
01.2014 - 01.2017
Environmental Technician
Clear Environmental Solutions | Bowron Environmental Group
10.2010 - 01.2024
Inside Sales / Order Desk
Zytech Building Systems
05.2008 - 02.2009
Inside Sales / Order Entry
AB Cushing Mills Ltd
05.2006 - 05.2008
Purchaser / Scheduler / Transportation
DIRTT
05.2005 - 05.2006
Purchaser
SMED International / Haworth
01.2002 - 01.2005
Production Planner
SMED International
01.2000 - 01.2002
Panel Saws Area Coordinator / Optimizer
SMED International
01.1996 - 01.2000
Panel Saws Section support
SMED International
01.1994 - 01.1996
PMAC Principle of Buying - buying, Transportation and Logistics, Quality, Inventory and Operations control
U of C
High school diploma -
Landmark Forum - personal and professional development course
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