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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Matthew McConnell

Hamilton,ON

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. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forman Telecommunications Technician, Tower Rigger

Wesbell
Mississauga, Ontario
08.2017 - Current
  • Determine appropriate load-bearing capacity of various types of rigging systems and components.
  • Perform regular checks on all cables and ropes used in order to ensure they meet safety standards.
  • Coordinated structural and heavy lifts with properly rigged equipment.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Participated in emergency drills simulating various scenarios, such as rescuing an unconscious person from the tower.
  • Performed maintenance on harnesses, vehicles, tools, and equipment.
  • Operated equipment such as excavators, telehandlers, genie lifts, chain saws, and steel saws.
  • Monitored workflow processes and identified areas of improvement.
  • Provided guidance and support to team members on operational issues.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team performance and productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School
Cambridge, ON
05-2008

Skills

  • Load capacity assessment
  • Rigging systems
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment operation
  • Structural analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Physical strength
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Self motivation
  • Organizational skills
  • Troubleshooting and repair
  • Thrive in a high-stress environment
  • Critical thinker

Affiliations

  • Weight Training
  • Dirt biking
  • Snowboarding
  • Sport Shooting
  • Golfing

Accomplishments

  • Obtained the highest field position in telecommunication in just 6 years of working in the industry
  • Successfully led my crew through countless top tier projects for four years.

Certification

  • Mobile Elevated Platform
  • Competent Rigger Safety
  • Authorized Rescuer, Confined Space
  • Fire Extinguisher Safety

Timeline

Forman Telecommunications Technician, Tower Rigger

Wesbell
08.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School
Matthew McConnell