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Matthew Duquette

Regina,SK

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Charge Crane Operator

Evraz steel
Regina, Saskatchewan
06.2017 - 08.2024
  • Guided team members in arranging blocking or outrigging under cranes.
  • Promoted worksite safety by identifying hazards and reporting or correcting immediately.
  • Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
  • Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
  • Trained and monitored junior crane operators, communicating tasks clearly and giving regular, constructive feedback.
  • Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
  • Assisted other workers in securing loads onto pallets for transport by forklift truck or overhead crane.
  • Assisted with rigging operations as required.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors regarding any issues or concerns related to the job site or equipment operation.
  • Adjusted controls such as levers, pedals, throttles, brakes, switches and buttons to control crane movement or functions such as hoisting and lowering booms, slewing and traversing cranes on rails, swinging loads horizontally/vertically and activating auxiliary hoists.

Sheet Metal Worker

Town and Country Plumbing and Heating
Regina, Saskatchewan
05.2009 - 12.2016
  • Fabricated sheet metal products according to customer specifications and drawings.
  • Cut sheets of metal into required shapes using hand tools or powered cutting tools.
  • Dismantled damaged units or equipment for repair or replacement of parts.
  • Assisted fabricators with layout measurements and marking guidelines on materials prior to fabrication process.
  • Executed tasks involving the operation of machinery like shears, brakes, presses, punches and forming machines for shaping sheet metal parts.
  • Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
  • Answered service calls to address ventilation, air conditioning and heating system issues.
  • Fabricated, assembled, installed, and repaired sheet metal products and equipment, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes, and furnace casings.
  • Utilized hand tools, portable power tools, and other equipment to cut, shape, and assemble metal components.
  • Coordinated with other trades, such as plumbing and HVAC, to complete projects efficiently.

Lime Technician

Pinnacle Industries
Regina, Saskatchewan
06.2005 - 07.2008
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
  • Inspected materials and equipment regularly to check for potential hazards and machine defects.
  • Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.

Education

GED -

Ignite Adult Learning Centre
Regina, SK
09-2007

Skills

  • Safety protocol
  • Staff Leadership
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Equipment Repair
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Project Planning
  • Construction safety
  • Team Collaboration

Accomplishments

  • motivational speech at The Mercedes Benz Golfing Tournament (August 2010).
  • broke production record in casting 107,685 tons of steel (December 2023).
  • husband of 16 years and father of a 14 year old boy and 9 year old girl.

Timeline

Charge Crane Operator

Evraz steel
06.2017 - 08.2024

Sheet Metal Worker

Town and Country Plumbing and Heating
05.2009 - 12.2016

Lime Technician

Pinnacle Industries
06.2005 - 07.2008

GED -

Ignite Adult Learning Centre

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