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John Longmore

Edson,AB

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Trail Vac Truck Service, specializing in safe hazardous materials handling and effective team training. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and maintain compliance with safety protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment while ensuring timely project completion. Strong leadership and communication skills drive success in high-pressure settings.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Swamper/Shophand

Trail Vac Truck Service
08.2020 - 07.2025

-Cleaned shop,washed coveralls,washed vac trucks,cleaned inside cabs after every job.Did repairs on Vac trucks,fixed hoses and handtools and made sure log books were up to date.

-Trained new drivers and swampers on proper use of vac truck,and held prejob safety meetings to inform employees of potential hazards on location and on the trip their and back.

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  • Optimized resource allocation by keeping accurate records of materials used or transported during projects.
  • Delivered consistent performance by developing and maintaining a strong understanding of Swamper job requirements, best practices, and industry standards.
  • Supported efficient transportation of goods using appropriate loading techniques for safe handling during transit.
  • Elevated operational efficiency levels through continuous improvement efforts related to Swamper workflows.
  • Reinforced a positive work culture that promoted collaboration, respect, and professionalism among all team members.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by assisting with loading and unloading materials.
  • Pressure washed [Tools] and maintained clean work area.

Swamper/Shophand

Breakway Enterprises Inc.
04.2018 - 03.2020

-Maintained employers house and yard by doing minor fixes,lawncare and trimming,flower beds and snow removal in the winter.

-Tookn care of fleet of 5 vac trucks,doing minor repairs,fixing hoses,washing and cleaning after every job,making sure they were full of fuel and def and log books were up to date and in order.

  • Mitigated potential hazards at worksites using proactive risk assessments before commencing any tasks or activities.
  • Enhanced communication within the team by actively participating in meetings and providing valuable input on work-related matters.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by following safety protocols during all Swamper operations.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by taking on additional responsibilities when needed to ensure project deadlines were met.
  • Improved team efficiency by coordinating and organizing Swamper tasks and responsibilities.
  • Strengthened relationships with clients, drivers, and other stakeholders through clear communication and professional conduct as a Swamper representative.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Cleaned and lubricated components to maintain optimal performance.

Laborer/Foreman

Wildhorse Development Limited
02.2000 - 01.2013

-Worked building right of ways for pipelines,lease building,new road construction,and laying of filter cloth.

-Ran powersaw doing slashing work cleaning up the sides of leases,pipelines,and new roads.

-Worked road security for peyto.

-Ran a tank farm for Peyto with 64 400bbl tanks

Was forman with a crew of 25 labourters for 2 years doing pipeline right a wayclearing

  • Consistently met project deadlines through diligent time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Observed workers and quickly identified problems, implementing corrective actions to eliminate work errors.
  • Prepared accurate cost estimates for upcoming projects using historical data analysis from previous work experiences.
  • Maintained organized job sites by enforcing strict cleanliness standards among crew members.
  • Enforced policies to keep work consistent, accurate and hazard-free.
  • Reduced construction errors by implementing detailed safety protocols for crew members.
  • Resolved conflicts between laborers professionally, maintaining a positive working environment onsite.
  • Led crews, planned work and distributed daily assignments.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to maintain efficient schedules that minimized downtime between phases of construction projects.

Education

Parkland Composite High School
Edson, AB
06-1987

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving drilling rig fluids in a safe and spill free environment,while following company protocols
  • Waste disposal was taken to approved transfer sites and all paper work and manifests were kept up to date and properly filed after every job
  • Hazardous materials handling was done with all proper ppe for those involved,and a prejob safety meeting was conducted before we left the shop and documented by me
  • Loading and unloading protocols were strictly enforced and followed to reduce spills and clean ups
  • trained new drivers and swampers on use of ppe,safety gear,proper behavior,paperwork,and showing up early to do truck and equipment inspections before every job
  • kept change areas,shop floors and trucks clean and neat for workers safety and made sure there was enough coveralls,wet suits,and ppe for everyone for the entire job
  • was in charge of holding and documenting all safety meetings in the field and on the job as per companies request

Interests

  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Enjoy participating in cycling for overall physical and mental well-being,average between 50 to 80 kms daily weather and work permitting

Timeline

Swamper/Shophand

Trail Vac Truck Service
08.2020 - 07.2025

Swamper/Shophand

Breakway Enterprises Inc.
04.2018 - 03.2020

Laborer/Foreman

Wildhorse Development Limited
02.2000 - 01.2013

Parkland Composite High School
John Longmore