John Dlugaj
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Looking for a position that best suits my ability. Experience in sales and managing a business. Experienced class one driver, super b flat decks and tankers hauling liquids and dry bulk.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Tanker Truck Driver
CEDA Canada West
Dawson Creek, British Columbia
02.2025 - Current
- Operated tanker trucks to transport fluids safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Monitored fluid levels and managed loading processes at service stations.
Business Owner
Chariot Rescue and Repair
Victoria, Canada
12.2023 - Current
- Ran day to day business operations.
- Sales, negotiation, networking, social media marketing, shipping and receiving.
- Primary technician on e-bikes and mobility devices.
- Payroll.
Pipefitter Apprentice
UA Local 488
Alberta, Canada
02.2013 - Current
- Prepared pipe for welding by grinding, cutting, and fitting;
- Read Isometric blueprints;
- Grinded and fabricated industrial pipe, using advanced mathematics;
- Determined fit and mounted supports;
- Advanced understanding of geometric and algebraic mathematics.
Tanker Truck Driver
Peace Country Petroleum
Dawson Creek, Canada
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Operating fuel tank trucks to rig and frac locations
- Operated tanker trucks to transport fuel safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch for route updates and delivery schedules.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or changes in route due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Monitored gauges during delivery process to ensure proper amount of product is delivered.
Route Sales Representative
Messer
Victoria, Canada
04.2019 - 02.2024
- Safely load customers orders on truck.
- Deliver gas and industrial supplies to predetermined locations on sites.
- Communicate with customers and staff as to what they may require.
- Research and compare options for customers.
- Bottom line support to customers to make them satisfied.
Redi mix driver
Butler Brother's
Victoria, Canada
05.2018 - 03.2019
- Operating a Redi mix truck at a dry batch plant.
- Operating various equipment in day to day operations.
Crane Operator, Driver, & Heavy Equipment Operator
Brock White
Victoria, Canada
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Perform a variety of tasks, using a variety of pieces of heavy equipment in a masonry supply warehouse environment;
- Keep records as required;
- Serve the public, and loyal clients in a courteous manner;
- Knowledgeable of and ability to follow all WorkSafeBC and Occupational Health/Safety regulations and the ability to work with minimal supervision;
- Demonstrate daily the physical stamina suitable to the position and currently work outside in all weather conditions.
Crane Operator and Driver
CJ Hiab Service
Victoria, Canada
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Recruited to help with the set-up of new organization;
- Working on-call, outside in all weather conditions;
- Recommended and safety inspected equipment before purchase;
- Maintained vehicles and equipment, pre and post trip logs;
- Performed crane operation and drove safely to and from sites all over Greater Victoria.
Heavy Equipment Operator and Delivery Driver
Sleggs Admirals Rd Location
Victoria, Canada
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Performed early morning vehicle safety checks and maintained corporate fleet of vehicles;
- Hauled and delivered safely building construction supplies to contractor sites;
- Lifted heavy building materials daily, without issue or incident;
- Handled all customer objections professionally;
- Exposed to unpleasant odors, dust, and potentially hazardous materials;
- Proudly maintained a clean safety and conduct record.
Short Haul Driver
Source 1
Delta, Canada
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Drove between British Columbia and Alberta;
- Tied down loads and safely drove winter roads to deliver on time;
- Maintained paperwork on an on-going basis.
Class 1 Truck Driver
Teamsters Local 31
Edmonton, Canada
03.2012 - 10.2015
- Worked for various companies on a contractual basis.
- Operated tank trucks and flat decks hauling fuel and pipe.
- Operated on highway and off-road lease roads.
Driver and Equipment Operator
Mullen Rigging
Leduc, Canada
07.2013 - 02.2014
- Drove tractor trailers;
- Operated a 22-ton Knuckle Boom, rigged loads for lifting;
- Controlled rough terrain forklifts, and performed other general labour duties as assigned.
Bus Driver
Handydart
Victoria, Canada
06.2006 - 02.2013
- Drove transit vehicles for clients that identified as having a disability;
- Provided timely and compassionate customer service on an on-going, as needed basis;
- Assisted clients in loading the bus, while loading and securing their specialized mobility devices;
- Collected fares from passengers, and balanced cash at the end of every day;
- Maintained appropriate paperwork and all health and safety standards required.
Driver
Coldstar Freight Systems
Victoria, Canada
08.2003 - 06.2006
- Drove tractor trailers hauling refrigerated tridems;
- Delivered and picked up between Vancouver Island, and the Lower Mainland;
- Maintained and completed all necessary paperwork, and a pristine health and safety record.
Attained the rank of Corporal
Canadian Armed Forces
Esquimalt, Canada
12.1987 - 03.1995
- Was Second in Command of section.
Education
Grade 12 equivalency -
Camosun College
Skills
- Pipefitter
- CDL
- Blueprint
- Tanker Experience
- Electrical Experience
- Heavy Equipment
- Piping
- Sales
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Route planning
- Compliance adherence
- Load monitoring
- Customer service
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Strong communication skills
- Flexible schedule availability
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Accurate records and reports
- Scheduling
- Fluid hauling
Education - Highest Level
Secondary School
Additional Information
Tanker super b experience, Mountain and off-road, Fluid and dry bulk, Successful Completion of Grade 12 equivalency at Camosun College, March, Removed and replaced worn components and reactivated system., Installed supports, valves, piping and control systems., Cleaned and maintained pipe units and fittings and flush system while working in the oilfield as a Pipefitter., Trenched, and safely operated various pieces of heavy equipment, most recently a crane-truck., A valid and clean Class 1 BC Driver's License with air endorsement., Knowledgeable with immense experience complying with and following all pertinent Work Safe BC and Occupational Health and Safety regulations., Experienced reading, blueprints, maps, and specifications., Trades Qualifications: Apprentice Pipefitter, Class 1 Driver's License with air endorsement.
Military Service
Army, Canada, Corporal, 12/01/87, 03/01/93
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Tanker Truck Driver
CEDA Canada West
02.2025 - Current
Tanker Truck Driver
Peace Country Petroleum
12.2024 - 02.2025
Business Owner
Chariot Rescue and Repair
12.2023 - Current
Route Sales Representative
Messer
04.2019 - 02.2024
Redi mix driver
Butler Brother's
05.2018 - 03.2019
Crane Operator, Driver, & Heavy Equipment Operator
Brock White
04.2017 - 05.2018
Crane Operator and Driver
CJ Hiab Service
10.2016 - 04.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator and Delivery Driver
Sleggs Admirals Rd Location
03.2016 - 10.2016
Short Haul Driver
Source 1
10.2015 - 02.2016
Driver and Equipment Operator
Mullen Rigging
07.2013 - 02.2014
Pipefitter Apprentice
UA Local 488
02.2013 - Current
Class 1 Truck Driver
Teamsters Local 31
03.2012 - 10.2015
Bus Driver
Handydart
06.2006 - 02.2013
Driver
Coldstar Freight Systems
08.2003 - 06.2006
Attained the rank of Corporal
Canadian Armed Forces
12.1987 - 03.1995
Grade 12 equivalency -
Camosun College