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LINDSAY (LOU) OGSTON

Millet,AB

Summary

Knowledgeable Senior surveyor with robust background in land surveying and project management. Successfully led multiple large-scale surveying projects, ensuring precision and compliance with regulatory standards. Demonstrated expertise in team leadership and advanced surveying technologies.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Walmart Canada
Wetaskiwin, AB
06.2023 - 01.2026
  • Committed to continuous learning and contributing to team success
  • Able to establish and maintain good customer relations
  • Motivated, reliable, self-starter with a strong work ethic and the willingness to help others
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills

Driver/Equipment Operator

Wescan Seal Coating
Didsbury, AB
07.2018 - 05.2023
  • Safely operated commercial vehicles for transport of seal coating materials to job sites.
  • Conducted daily vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and optimal performance.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials, ensuring proper handling and storage practices were followed.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate delivery schedules, maintaining workflow efficiency.

Site Quantity Surveyor

Syncrude
Fort McMurray, AB
10.2016 - 04.2018
  • Trained junior surveyors in best practices, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
  • Reduced errors in construction projects by providing precise measurements and stakeout points for building foundations, utilities, and roadways.
  • Increased client satisfaction with thorough communication of survey results and recommendations.
  • Implemented safety measures during fieldwork by vigilantly following established protocols and guidelines regarding hazardous conditions or environments.

Survey Technician

ATCO Electric
Slave Lake, AB
06.2010 - 07.2016
  • Conducted land surveys using GPS and total station equipment to ensure accurate data collection.
  • Collaborated with engineers and project managers to interpret survey data for construction projects.
  • Located and tied in all underground utilities using appropriate equipment.
  • Reviewed and validated survey data for accuracy, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wetaskiwin Composite High School
Wetaskiwin

Survey Technologist - Survey Technology

Transportation Survey School
Edmonton, AB

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Auto Cad Drafting
  • Problem-solving
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Goal oriented
  • Flexible schedule
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Meeting deadlines

Languages

English

Timeline

Sales Associate

Walmart Canada
06.2023 - 01.2026

Driver/Equipment Operator

Wescan Seal Coating
07.2018 - 05.2023

Site Quantity Surveyor

Syncrude
10.2016 - 04.2018

Survey Technician

ATCO Electric
06.2010 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Wetaskiwin Composite High School

Survey Technologist - Survey Technology

Transportation Survey School
LINDSAY (LOU) OGSTON