Ryan Lotas
Gorham
Summary
Seasoned Rescue Specialist/Deck Hand with a robust background at the Canadian Coast Guard, showcasing a proven track record in optimizing operations and enhancing safety protocols. Skilled in heavy machinery operation and adept at fostering team collaboration. Demonstrates rapid adaptability and a commitment to excellence, with significant achievements in operational improvements and safety training.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Rescue Specialist/Deck Hand
Canadian Coast Guard
03.1999 - Current
- Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Operated winches, cranes, and other deck machinery proficiently, resulting in efficient completion of tasks.
- Laid and transferred rigging, safely handled lines, and checked tow for [Number] vessels.
- Assisted with navigation and [Type] tasks as look-out.
- Updated logs for onboard equipment and machinery following correct documentation procedures.
Equipment Operator
Ryan Lotas
01.2015 - 12.2023
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded materials using rock truck''s hydraulic systems, saving valuable time on site.
Machine Fitter
Pacol Engineering
01.2007 - 05.2017
- Documented machine maintenance history for accurate record-keeping and future reference.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper machine operation, maintenance procedures, and safety guidelines.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- ran forklift,crane,manlift
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Thunder Bay, ON06-1998
Skills
Forklift operators course
WHIMIS
OHS LEVEL 1,2
Transportaton of dangerous goodsfirst response to oil spills
MED A1,B1,B2
Level 2 first aid ,Rescue specialist
Chainsaw course
radio restricted operator's course
ice rescue course
Hoisting and rigging course
respirator fit and maintenance,fit test
ICS 100,200A restricted licensei
A restricted license/air brake indorsement
Knowledge of heavy machinery/bobcat,excavator,rocktruck
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Ryan Lotas
01.2015 - 12.2023
Machine Fitter
Pacol Engineering
01.2007 - 05.2017
Rescue Specialist/Deck Hand
Canadian Coast Guard
03.1999 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
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