Joshua St. Onge
Grande Cache,Alberta
Summary
Motivated job seeker actively pursuing long-term, stable, and full-time employment. Committed to continuous growth and development, with a strong desire to acquire extensive knowledge and experience to excel in the chosen field. Striving to reach the pinnacle of abilities and expand expertise to make a meaningful contribution to organizational success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
CNRL Horizon Oil Sands
11.2016 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Responsible for the coaching of a large number of drivers currently in the mine with a high success rate.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers, graders and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Improved safety records, leading by example in wearing protective gear and following all site safety guidelines.
- Contributed to enhanced team morale, sharing knowledge on equipment handling with newer operators.
Peterbilt Pressure Truck Operator
Kyton Pressure Truck Services Ltd
02.2015 - 11.2016
- Delivering different chemicals to various oilfield companies such as CNRL among others
- Using the pressure truck to break hydrates in the pipeline to keep or restore gas flow
- Ensuring my safety and that of others through SWP’s and procedures and identifying hazards while working alone and with others
- Reasons for departure: Improved job security and longevity with a dynamic company with greater advancement opportunities.
777B,777C,777D and830E-AC Operator
Grande Cache Coal Corporation
12.2013 - 02.2015
- 1200+ hours on various777 models and2819.6 hours on830E
- Grande Cache Coal Corporation (GCCC) coal mine
- Road Construction
- Hauled Coal
- Hauled Waste
- Provided occasional support as Pit Utility.
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Supervisor: Jordan Wilshaw Cell:1-780-223-1184
777B,777C,777D and830E-AC Operator
Grande Cache Coal Corporation
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Grande Cache Coal Corporation (GCCC) coal mine
- Road Construction
- Hauled Coal
- Hauled Waste
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Supervisor: Mike Brown Cell:1-780-723-9123
777B,777C and777D Operator
Tercon Construction Ltd.
01.2012 - 07.2012
- Grande Cache Coal Corporation (GCCC) coal mine
- Road Construction
- Hauled Coal
- Hauled Waste
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Supervisor: (Tercon worked different cycle than the mine so we have worked under all of their surface operations foremen)
- Reasons for departure: Fulfilled responsibilities through original and extended contract period.
777 D and777 F Operator
Tercon Construction Ltd.
08.2010 - 11.2010
- Line Creek Operations coal mine
- Hauled waste from the pit to the dump
- Extracted the coal from pit to mine’s coal dump
- 100% accident/Injury Free
- Supervisor: Don Hamelin:1-780-799-1733
- Labourer and Pump Work
- Operated the articulate loader to transport the pumps
- Placed pumps to extract water from sumps
- Ensured the proper operation of the pumps and hoses
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Reasons for departure: Shortage of Work (Laid Off)
777 D Operator
Tercon Construction Ltd.
03.2010 - 07.2010
- Cardinal River Operations coal mine
- Road construction
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Supervisor: Karel Betik:1-250-377-5038
- Reasons for Departure: Shortage of Work (Laid Off)
Delivery Boy
MAURICE PIZZERIA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Deliveries in company vehicle
- Errands for Restaurant
- Cutting and Slicing of ingredients
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Reasons for Departure: Work slowed because of winter
Syrup Pan Washer and TIG Welder
Lapierre Waterloo Small
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Applied acid to ensure weld cleanliness and esthetic.
- Ensured product integrity by testing for leaks and defective welds.
- Ensured product met delivery approval standards.
- Supervisor: Gerry Dion:1-450-539-3663
- Executed precision polishing techniques consistently.
- Polished and smoothed weld surfaces.
- Achieved high-quality appearance on welded stainless steel through careful polishing.
- TIG Welder
- Weld16G stainless steel pipes for evaporators and other parts
- Weld various pieces anywhere from12G to26G thickness of steel and/or stainless
- Assemble all the fittings, pipes, huts, etc…
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Reasons for Departure: Wanted more out of life than “Just Getting By” in Quebec
- Encountered limited opportunities for growth.
Delivery Boy
FRATELLI PIZZERIA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Deliveries using my own vehicle
- Errands for Restaurant
- Cutting and Slicing of ingredients
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Reasons for Departure: Unprofitable
Labourer
M. L’EXPERT EN FISSURES
01.2008 - 01.2008
- Dug around the footing of the houses to install or replace “French Drains”
- Repair of cement walls through injection
- Landscaping, Roofing, mini-excavation
- 100% Accident/Injury Free
- Reasons for Departure: Seasonal
Shipping Attendant
COROPLAST
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Safely maneuvered lift trucks to move heavy inventory.
- Processed orders efficiently.
- Ensured every product was packaged efficiently and correctly.
- Executed strategic loading of transportation equipment.
- Reasons for Departure: Shortage of work
- (Laid Off)
Education
Various
Massage Therapy
Centre de Formation en Medecine Alternative de Granby
Granby, QC01.2008
Ecole Secondaire Massey-Vanier (Anglophone)
01.2007
Ecole St-Bernardin (Francophone)
01.2002
Ecole Notre-Dame (Francophone)
01.1998
Skills
- Strong Mechanical Aptitude
- Computer skills
- Good initiative
- Formerly AMSA mine rescue certified (Expired)
- H2S Alive
- Ground disturbance advanced level
- Standard first aid
- Bear awareness
- CSTS certified
- Courageous leader in safety
- Transportation of dangerous goods
- Training in fire fighting and smoke and search
- Early training in rope rescue
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Professional Qualities
Impeccable Work Ethic, Consistent, Reliable and Dependable, Observant, Safe, Hard-Working, Honest, Dynamic, Serious With a Good Physical Capacity, Ambitious, Patient, Perseverant, Flexible, Versatile, Multi Purpose and Most Importantly Willing and Willing to Learn.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
CNRL Horizon Oil Sands
11.2016 - Current
Peterbilt Pressure Truck Operator
Kyton Pressure Truck Services Ltd
02.2015 - 11.2016
777B,777C,777D and830E-AC Operator
Grande Cache Coal Corporation
12.2013 - 02.2015
777B,777C,777D and830E-AC Operator
Grande Cache Coal Corporation
09.2012 - 07.2013
777B,777C and777D Operator
Tercon Construction Ltd.
01.2012 - 07.2012
777 D and777 F Operator
Tercon Construction Ltd.
08.2010 - 11.2010
777 D Operator
Tercon Construction Ltd.
03.2010 - 07.2010
Delivery Boy
MAURICE PIZZERIA
01.2009 - 01.2010
Syrup Pan Washer and TIG Welder
Lapierre Waterloo Small
01.2008 - 01.2010
Delivery Boy
FRATELLI PIZZERIA
01.2008 - 01.2009
Labourer
M. L’EXPERT EN FISSURES
01.2008 - 01.2008
Shipping Attendant
COROPLAST
01.2006 - 01.2008
Various
Massage Therapy
Centre de Formation en Medecine Alternative de Granby
Ecole Secondaire Massey-Vanier (Anglophone)
Ecole St-Bernardin (Francophone)
Ecole Notre-Dame (Francophone)
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