Laine Pare
Lower Nicola,BC
Summary
I am currently looking to obtain full-time career within the Nicola Valley. I am prepared to work flexible full-time hours as needed. With years of experience as a general manager of Reliable Towing and Reliable Diesel Tech, and a heavy-duty operator for Highland Valley. I am adaptable and driven with a strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a team-based atmosphere or individual management setting. Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Class 1 Driver( Contract Work)
Salmon Arm Crushing
Merritt, British Columbia
04.2024 - Current
- Moved pieces of a crushing unit from location to location
- Operated tandem axle highway tractor.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks and trailers to ensure safety compliance.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding routes, delivery instructions and any changes or delays encountered.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading process when necessary using manual labor or equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Professional Driver
Jaded Contracting
Merritt, British Columbia
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Transported goods to customers safely and securely.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and safety standards.
- Inspected cargo prior to loading for any damages or discrepancies.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of vehicles including tires, lights and brakes.
Class 1 driver/ Tow Truck Operator
Reliable Fleet Services/ Reliable Towing
Merritt, Chilliwack
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Operated tandem axle tractor with a wide assortment of trailers( Landoll,Reefer,Lowbed,step deck)
- Provided safe transport of goods and services
- Consulted/coordinated dispatch when needed to assess situations, and to determine appropriate solutions
- Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure safety of drivers and transport
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after to transport for completion of maintenance
- Repaired trucks as needed in compliance with CVSE standards
- Organized maintenance and repairs of building
- Performed recoveries with a heavy wrecker
- Communicated with office staff and drivers to ensure clear communication
- Day to day paperwork of operations
- Operated different types of manual transmission(10,13,15,18 speed)
- Worked along side the RCMP, YRB and the Ministry of Transportation to ensure highways were safe, clear and managed in a timely manner
- Out sourced mechanical support as needed to maintain trucks.
Haul truck driver/Mill Utility Person
Highland Valley Copper Mine
Logan Lake
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Operated and drove heavy haul trucks(240 ton) to transport tons of materials over short distances either in a surface environment or in the pit
- Perform inspections of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights, turn signals and brakes
- Follow all safety policies, procedures and legislation
- Communicate with Dispatcher and other Haul Truck Drivers using communication devices such as a two-ways radio or on-board computers
- May drive special purpose vehicles, including end dump trucks, shuttle cars, remix trucks and water trucks
- Operated the leach plant and ensured it was in safe operation
- Shoveled in the basement of the plant as needed to clear debris as needed
- Operated grinding circuits (pebble crusher, ball mill, conveyor system).
Heavy equipment Operator
Twin Valley Contracting
Kamloops
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Drove a 30/40 ton rock truck daily for 12 hours or more, averaging 30 loads per day, carrying 35 tonnes of material to quarry and gravel pit
- Ran excavator loading rock trucks.
Service Technician
Robin’s Marine and snow
Kamloops
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Perform safety inspection and preventive maintenance on equipment
- Maintain clean and safe work environment
- Replace, repair, and adjusts mechanical parts of small engines.
Education
GED -
Merritt Secondary School
Merritt, BC09-2016
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Construction projects
- Supervisor knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Leadership
- Heavy equipment operations
- General management
- Driver's license
- Transportation
- Safety procedures
- Security procedures
- Safe Driving Practices
- Flexible Work Schedule
- Safe Driving
- Strong Work Ethic
Certificationandeducation
- Diving Dynamics, Kelowna, BC, 2005-2006, PADI Scuba Instructor ticket
- 2006, Surface Supplied/Commercial Diver training
- 2011, First Aid level 1
- 2012, H2S Alive
- 2012, Construction Safety Training System
- 2022, Valid Class 1 driver’s license (clean abstract)
Highlightsandqualifications
- Operates equipment engaged in complex routine maintenance and construction projects
- Transports heavy construction equipment to designated locations
- Supervisor knowledge and experience, attending meetings, providing suggestions to resolve issues
- Performs equipment maintenance, such as changing oil, checking fluids, diagnosing tread wear, replacing batteries and troubleshooting problems
- May serve as a lead worker over crew laborers
- Finishes construction projects to successful timely completion
- Safely practice and follows regulation during all projects
- Ability to work alone, as a team or as a manager
- Over 5 years of proven experience with heavy equipment operations
- Over 2 years experience as a general manager for three locations
- Valid class 1 driver’s license with clean driving abstract
- Loaded, balanced and secured product for safe transportation of goods
- Provided safety, security, and transportation in accordance with CVSE policies, procedures, and regulations.
References
References are available on request.
Timeline
Class 1 Driver( Contract Work)
Salmon Arm Crushing
04.2024 - Current
Professional Driver
Jaded Contracting
09.2022 - 08.2024
Class 1 driver/ Tow Truck Operator
Reliable Fleet Services/ Reliable Towing
01.2022 - 01.2024
Haul truck driver/Mill Utility Person
Highland Valley Copper Mine
01.2015 - 01.2022
Heavy equipment Operator
Twin Valley Contracting
01.2013 - 01.2015
Service Technician
Robin’s Marine and snow
01.2012 - 01.2013
GED -
Merritt Secondary School
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