Spencer Bannister
Summary
Hardworking and highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Able to operate well in individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to adapt to different processes and drive company objectives quickly. Resourceful and results-driven mindset with a passion for growth and efficiency, always striving to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Survey Assistant
Midwest Surveys Inc.
08.2022 - Current
- Set up and take down GNSS Base stations
- Assist party chiefs in various survey styles and activities, such as pipeline construction, residential surveys, and oil and gas lease expansions.
- Read and interpret survey plans and alignment sheets.
- Aided in developing comprehensive reports based on collected geospatial information and data analysis.
Equipment Operator/Laborer
Mainline Construction (2014) Ltd.
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Perform survey duties and staking, fueling and maintaining heavy equipment.
- Operated a range of heavy equipment regularly with advanced skills.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
Automotive Sales Consultant
Grande Prairie Subaru
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Advise and converse with customers and follow the dealer selling process.
- Do necessary paperwork and computer work to locate and create deals for customers
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inventory, features, and specifications to serve customers better.
General Laborer
Morgan Construction and Environmental Ltd.
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Driving, spotting, and assisting operators with tasks, rigging and towing
- Being responsible for crew travel from laydown to site
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Skilled Laborer
Primoris Willbros Canada
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Setting up snow fences and helping operators swap different attachments onto various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Performing pilot truck duties and spotting duties.
Automotive Service Technician
Marlborough Ford
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Diesel engine diagnoses and repairs.
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Mertin Nissan
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Performed engine and suspension diagnostics and repairs.
- Completed routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Developed proficiency in various automotive systems, including electrical, suspension, transmission, and engine components, through hands-on training and experience.
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Whitecourt Ford
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Diagnose and repair 4x4 and driveline systems, tires, and oil changes; diagnose and repair brake systems and alignments; and repair suspension systems.
- Removal and installation of transmissions and transfer cases.
- Performed most of the recent Ford recalls on SUVs and Trucks.
- Identified and diagnosed automotive issues using advanced diagnostic tools, leading to accurate repairs and reduced return visits from customers.
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Windsor Ford
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Second year apprentice, brakes, suspension, alignments, some engine and differential work, electrical
- Perform warranty work and recalls, Diagnose driveline and 4x4 concerns
- Identified and diagnosed automotive issues using advanced diagnostic tools, leading to accurate repairs and reduced return visits from customers.
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Hansen Ford Lincoln Mercury
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Perform Warranty and retail maintenance, diagnose 4X4 systems and other driveline systems.
- Diagnose and repair Brakes, Suspension, and electrical systems.
- Developed proficiency in various automotive systems including electrical, suspension, transmission, and engine components through hands-on training and experience.
Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician
Halliburton
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Assist other technicians with repairs on frac pumps and tractors that pull them from the fleet
- Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and inspections.
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Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Windsor Ford
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Brakes, suspension, basic diagnostics of electrical and driveline systems
- Developed proficiency in various automotive systems including electrical, suspension, transmission, and engine components through hands-on training and experience.
- Collaborated with fellow technicians to tackle challenging repair projects.
Laborer/Operator
Petrowest Corporation
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Supported team members by sharing knowledge of proper tool usage, safety procedures, and other essential skills for job success.
- Assisted in completing various construction projects, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
Sales Associate/Cashier
Ernie's Sports Experts
06.2012 - 06.2016
- Sales associates in hockey equipment dealt with cash and sharpened and repaired skates.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Sales Associate/Cashier
Wal-Mart
10.2011 - 06.2012
- Sales associate in sporting goods department
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for the sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Yorkville University
Vancouver, BC12.2026
2ND YEAR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Calgary, AB01.2017
High School Diploma -
St. Josephs Catholic High School
Grande Prairie06.2013
Skills
- Automotive Repair
- Survey Design
- Data Collection
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Blueprints interpretation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Grande Prairie Air Cadets
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Basic Drone Pilot License
- H2S Alive
- CSO
Timeline
Survey Assistant
Midwest Surveys Inc.
08.2022 - Current
Equipment Operator/Laborer
Mainline Construction (2014) Ltd.
04.2022 - 08.2022
Automotive Sales Consultant
Grande Prairie Subaru
01.2022 - 04.2022
General Laborer
Morgan Construction and Environmental Ltd.
10.2021 - 01.2022
Skilled Laborer
Primoris Willbros Canada
09.2021 - 10.2021
Automotive Service Technician
Marlborough Ford
06.2021 - 09.2021
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Mertin Nissan
03.2021 - 06.2021
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Whitecourt Ford
06.2020 - 02.2021
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Windsor Ford
10.2019 - 03.2020
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Hansen Ford Lincoln Mercury
04.2019 - 07.2019
Apprentice Heavy Equipment Technician
Halliburton
01.2018 - 04.2018
Apprentice Automotive Service Technician
Windsor Ford
08.2016 - 01.2018
Laborer/Operator
Petrowest Corporation
06.2016 - 08.2016
Sales Associate/Cashier
Ernie's Sports Experts
06.2012 - 06.2016
Sales Associate/Cashier
Wal-Mart
10.2011 - 06.2012
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Basic Drone Pilot License
- H2S Alive
- CSO
BBA - Business Administration
Yorkville University
2ND YEAR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN -
Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
St. Josephs Catholic High School
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