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Josh Bruening

Chilliwack,bc

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Railcar Mechanic

CN Rail
12.2010 - Current
  • Contributed to a safer working environment by adhering strictly to safety protocols and guidelines during all tasks performed.
  • Improved rail car performance by conducting thorough inspections and diagnosing mechanical issues.
  • Kept detailed records of all completed jobs, providing valuable information for future reference when troubleshooting similar issues or planning preventative maintenance tasks.
  • Performed comprehensive evaluations on incoming rail cars needing repair or refurbishment, identifying necessary work scopes efficiently.
  • Trained junior mechanics in proper inspection techniques, promoting a culture of excellence throughout the team.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections and repairs.
  • Maintained high standards of quality for work performed in accordance with regulatory and customer demands.
  • 5 years health and safety executive
  • Obtained my class 3 DL and air brake endorsement, drove a commercial truck for 8 years.
  • Re-railing locomotives and railcars at derailments.
  • lead hand experience overseeing 15 employees.
  • working with or around heavy duty machinery.
  • Reduced downtime by maintaining equipment and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
  • metal fabrication and welding
  • First aid with CPR and AED

Grocery Clerk

Save on Foods
02.2014 - 04.2017
  • Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
  • Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
  • Cleaned and maintained store aisles and merchandise displays to provide customers with positive experience.
  • Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
  • Promoted a positive shopping experience by courteously addressing customer concerns and resolving issues promptly.

Automotive Lube Technician

Great Canadian Oil Change
04.2007 - 12.2010
  • Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
  • Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
  • Performed thorough vehicle inspections to identify potential problems before they escalated into costly repairs.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate automotive maintenance services.
  • Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
  • Enhanced shop productivity by consistently completing lubrication tasks within specified timeframes.
  • Assisted in inventory management, ensuring the timely replenishment of necessary supplies and tools.
  • Contributed to a positive customer experience by providing attentive service from start to finish during each appointment.
  • Safeguarded the environment through responsible disposal of used oil, filters, batteries, and other hazardous materials according to local regulations.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chilliwack Secondary School
Chilliwack
05-2008

Skills

  • communication
  • problem solving
  • adaptibility
  • critical thinker
  • reliable
  • quick learner
  • hard working
  • attention to detail
  • leadership
  • mechanical backround
  • never gives up

Timeline

Grocery Clerk

Save on Foods
02.2014 - 04.2017

Railcar Mechanic

CN Rail
12.2010 - Current

Automotive Lube Technician

Great Canadian Oil Change
04.2007 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

Chilliwack Secondary School
Josh Bruening