TREVOR DUCHAK
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Superintendent
City Of Saskatoon
08.2018 - Current
- Plans, schedules, supervises and evaluates staff assigned to the operation of the City's Electronics Shop.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants, and manufacturer's representatives.
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
Electronic Shop Storekeeper
City of Saskatoon
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Purchases stock and non-stock material within delegated authority
- Writes purchase requisitions for dollar amounts exceeding delegated authority
- Ensures adherence to specific requirements and specifications for the goods and services requested
- Researches, locates and selects sources of supply for goods and service, including interviewing suppliers
- Ensures documentation for committed inventory system is maintained
- Develops and maintains blanket purchase orders and system contracts
- Writes blanket order releases for goods and services
- Processes reorder requisitions and purchase inventory, as generated by the reorder notification report
- Inspects storeroom bins visually and orders replacement supplies
- Issues monthly billing statements
- Performs and supervises subordinate staff in routine caretaking and building maintenance duties .
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Maintained established levels of goods based on sales forecasts and demand to fulfill orders on time.
- Integrated warehouse operations with existing and new business processes.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Buyer
City Of Saskatoon
10.2013 - 05.2015
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Maintained key item stock levels and wrote or expedited purchase orders.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
Assistant Manager
Anderson's Transmission
08.2006 - 08.2012
- Managed assigned staff
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved disputes
- Developed detailed reports and invoices for customers
- Developed essential time management skills when scheduling clientele appointments
- Developed the ability to implement policy and procedural changes within a group
- Hired, trained, supervised and delegated responsibilities to staff
- Assisted with disciplinary actions as required.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
Automotive Service Technician
Anderson's Transmission
06.2006 - 08.2009
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
Education
Project Management
Edwards School of Business
Saskatoon, SK01.2023
Leadership Development
Edwards School of Business
Saskatoon, SK04.2020
SCMA (Supply Chain Management Association)
Saskatoon, SK05.2016
Automotive Service Technician
Siast
Moose Jaw, SK2009
High School Diploma -
Mount Royal Colligate Saskatoon
06.2006
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Customer service
- Project Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Performance Tracking and Evaluations
- Issue and Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Operations Superintendent
City Of Saskatoon
08.2018 - Current
Electronic Shop Storekeeper
City of Saskatoon
05.2015 - 08.2018
Buyer
City Of Saskatoon
10.2013 - 05.2015
Assistant Manager
Anderson's Transmission
08.2006 - 08.2012
Automotive Service Technician
Anderson's Transmission
06.2006 - 08.2009
Project Management
Edwards School of Business
Leadership Development
Edwards School of Business
SCMA (Supply Chain Management Association)
Automotive Service Technician
Siast
High School Diploma -
Mount Royal Colligate Saskatoon
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