Peter Pinette

- Supervise technicians in the maintenance and installation of Automatic Weather Stations throughout Atlantic Canada.

- Participate in national-level documentation and training programs, including writing documentation related to maintenance and installation of equipment.

- Oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations related to the maintenance of remote weather stations, including, but not limited to, Q/A Q/C programs, annual maintenance schedules, equipment maintenance, and other aspects such as employee safety, travel schedules, and ensuring documentation regarding equipment maintenance is complete and up to date.

- Work with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of supplies and/or labor to ensure equipment maintenance and installation can be completed at a competitive price and on schedule, as required by ECCC.

• Mentored team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Managed budget allocations for projects, ensuring financial adherence and resource optimization.
• Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
• Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
• Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
• Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
• Led successful project completions under tight deadlines, coordinating effectively across multiple teams.
• Plan remote travel and necessary arrangements to ensure all requirements are met, including but not limited to hotels, ferries, airlines, etc.
• reconcile as necessary government credit cards including both travel card and acquisition card including software, expense reports and financial documentation as needed.

General supervisor for the completion of a special funding project within the department to upgrade Automatic Weather Stations throughout Atlantic Canada, via special funding provided by the Government of Canada.

- Supervise various employees in the construction and/or upgrade of various locations throughout Atlantic Canada.

- Produce statements of work and technical specifications to receive quotes and contract work from various general contractors, and suppliers.

- Contract with various suppliers for the production of specific equipment required to install and upgrade various equipment, including but not limited to jigs, stands, hardware, specialty mounts, and various other supplies for the installation of the equipment.

Arrange installation timelines and schedules to promote exact timelines, ensuring work is done on time and on budget, as required by the department.

- Work with various stakeholders, including, but not limited to, both public and private partners, to ensure the best location for weather stations across the region. Some of these partners include federal partners such as DND and Ag Canada, as well as private organizations such as JD Irving Ltd. and McCain Foods Ltd.

- Plan remote travel, including hotels, ferries, airlines, and other requirements.

Provide documentation as required for purchases and expenses, including both Acquisition card and Travel card expenses.

- Maintain and repair many forms of weather monitoring equipment, including but not limited to Automated Weather Observing Systems (AWOS), Canadian Lightning Detection Network (CLDN), Automatic Weather Stations (AWS), Canadian Weather Radar Network, and Aviation Weather Observing Network.

- Work with partners to ensure appropriate access to secured sites like CFB Gagetown and other military installations, work in remote locations such as Northern Labrador and Sable Island, as well as local weather stations throughout Atlantic Canada.

- Plan various equipment upgrades as part of regular maintenance schedules, such as new equipment to replace outdated sensors, or rewire and reinstall the original equipment to reflect current standards and equipment.

- Work with other technicians to perform complex tasks, including troubleshooting and testing of new equipment, as well as mentoring junior technicians to ensure they are trained in all aspects of their jobs.

- Plan remote travel, including preparing sensors and test equipment either for shipment or accompanying travel. Prepare travel plans, including booking hotels, planning methods of travel, and making necessary bookings (such as air, ferry, etc.). Plan time estimated for work required, and book travel for multiple locations within one trip, such as maintenance travel to multiple sites.

Use of government credit cards for material purchases, as well as government travel cards for domestic and international travel.

- Complete necessary documentation for the completion of station maintenance, including completing maintenance logs or updates in various databases as required, updating various servers to ensure data is properly connected to the government networks, and completing necessary financial documentation, including both purchasing-related items like purchase orders or acquisition cards, as well as necessary travel expenses.

Performed general clerical activities related to Service Canada responsibilities, including tasks such as typing, data entry, and software maintenance.

• Analyzed project specifications to develop accurate cost estimates and budgets.
• Collaborated with engineering teams to ensure alignment on project scope and deliverables.
• Evaluated supplier quotes to determine best value while maintaining quality standards.
• Prepared detailed proposals and presented findings to stakeholders for approval.
• Implemented process improvements that increased estimating efficiency and accuracy across projects.
• Delivered accurate estimates within tight deadlines by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Conducted post-project evaluations to determine areas for improvement in future estimations.
• Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in better pricing on materials without compromising quality.

• Progression of positions within the company from counter sales to technical outside sales (focused on industrial and telecommunications supplies).
• Worked in both Fredericton and Saint John locations.
• Technical sales included a communication specialist for the entire organization.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Coordinate with other sales specialists to provide accurate quotes for major projects and day-to-day items.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.