Mathew Kane
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Experienced Infantryman offering 3+ years of experience with The Canadian Army at the 2nd Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. Solid communication, planning and problem-solving abilities. Outstanding team collaboration and leadership skills. Seeking to expand these skills in a civilian capacity as a Police Officer.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fracturing Operator
Calfrac Well Services Ltd.
03.2021 - Current
- Reduced equipment downtime through regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete fracturing projects within tight deadlines.
- Improved safety record by conducting thorough pre-job safety meetings and enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Drive heavy truck and trailer to remote locations
Infantryman
Canadian Armed Forces
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Led fire teams during live fire infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Assisted the Alpha Company Commander (A Coy Comd) and was employed as his LAV 6.0 Gunner, further details for my experience with the A Coy Comd are outlined in the reference letter from Maj. Grey, Page 1.
- Assisted the Alpha Company LAV Captain ( A Coy LAV Capt.) as his LAV 6.0 Gunner, Further details about my experience are detailed in the reference letter from Capt. Sutton, Page 2.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Performed as a fire team member during live fire exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Kept up-to-date on mission objectives by researching intelligence targets to understand the significance in a geopolitical context.
- Achieved and maintained 98% on my physical fitness evaluation and agility testing over a 3-year timeframe.
- Researched targets developed by various modes of intelligence to determine relevance to mission objectives and usefulness in field operations.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
Wildland Firefighter/ Medic
Panorama Crew Services Inc.
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Patrolled over 30km of burnt areas after fires had burned through to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare or rekindle.
- Acted quickly to contain spot fires and hazardous chemicals likely to catch fire, leak or spill.
- Cut and cleared brush and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws or shovels.
- Established water supplies, connected hoses, and directed water onto fires.
- Operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
Financial Services Representative
TD Canada Trust
03.2014 - 02.2018
- Targeted accounts at senior and executive levels and secured funding for future initiatives.
- Worked with a book of over 35+ clients to develop financial planning strategies and solutions through the evaluation of finances and personal needs of my client.
- Built and deepened productive relationships with prospective and competitive customers to drive sustained growth.
- Liaised with customers and funding sources to identify and remove roadblocks to business funding.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarence Fulton Secondary School
Vernon, BC06.2013
No Degree - Battlefield Training, CQC/B, Field Craft
Canadian Armed Forces Battle School
Wainwright, AB11.2018
Graduation of Basic Training - Canadian Armed Forces Basic Training
CAF Leadership And Recruit School
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC12.2018
Skills
- Combat First Aid ( Military Standard ), OFA 1 with CPR-C and Transportation Endorsement
- CQB ( Close Quarter Combat )
- Small arms and medium to long range rifle proficiency
- Very focused under duress
- Hard working, team player
- Building morale
- Emergency planning
Accomplishments
- Top Private at 2PPCLI
- Received command of my section and lead them through various exercises for approximately 1 year.
- Received a Marksman status for the weapons proficiency examination
- Achieved Gold Status for physical fitness standards in the Canadian Armed Forces (Top 15% of servicemen)
Timeline
Fracturing Operator
Calfrac Well Services Ltd.
03.2021 - Current
Infantryman
Canadian Armed Forces
09.2018 - 09.2021
Wildland Firefighter/ Medic
Panorama Crew Services Inc.
04.2018 - 08.2018
Financial Services Representative
TD Canada Trust
03.2014 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Clarence Fulton Secondary School
No Degree - Battlefield Training, CQC/B, Field Craft
Canadian Armed Forces Battle School
Graduation of Basic Training - Canadian Armed Forces Basic Training
CAF Leadership And Recruit School
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