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Work History
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Vern Pridge

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

Adept at troubleshooting and critical thinking, I spearheaded a team at Lanson's Drywall, enhancing productivity. My collaborative communication and strong organizational abilities have consistently improved operational efficiency across roles, from Belfor Restoration to Omni Foods. Expert in equipment maintenance and team coordination, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring top-notch service delivery.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Belfore

Belfor Restoration
Nanaimo , British Columbia
11.2022 - 09.2024
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
  • Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
  • Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
  • Placed fans and dehumidifiers in strategic room locations to remove moisture from carpet, air and upholstery.
  • Provided restoration services for structures that have been damaged by fire, mold, water and weather.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.

Supervisor for Cleanup Crew

Lansons Drywall
Nanaimo, British Columbia
05.2019 - 11.2022
  • Led team of 10 employees to achieve consistent productivity.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Followed instructions provided by supervisor to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
  • Inspected materials to ensure correct and secure loading.

General Laborer

Western forest products
Cowichan Bay, British Columbia
03.2018 - 04.2019
  • Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
  • Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Delivery Person

Thermo Proof
Chemainus, British Columbia
06.2016 - 03.2018
  • Obtained official signatures and required payments for different types of deliveries.
  • Followed safety protocols while driving a commercial vehicle on public roads.
  • Recorded proof of delivery information accurately on invoices or other forms provided by company.
  • Completed and submitted necessary fuel, truck inspection and mileage logs and paperwork after each shift.
  • Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
  • Inspected vehicles prior to each shift to ensure they met safety requirements.
  • Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
  • Maintained proper care of company-owned vehicles at all times, including refilling fuel tanks as necessary.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of items onto delivery truck.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by following established routes and schedules.

Equipment Maintenance Technician

Development Corp LTD
Fort McMurray, Alberta
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Maintained and fueled zoom booms efficiently and regularly.
  • Ensured operational readiness by maintaining and refueling generators, man lifts.
  • Monitored and serviced equipment including light plants, heaters, cranes.

Shipper and Receiver

Omni Foods
Nanaimo, British Columbia
06.1998 - 01.2013
  • Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
  • Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trucks using lift gates or ramps, dollies, hand trucks or other equipment as necessary.
  • Received incoming shipments and verified contents against packing slips.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
  • Organized materials into appropriate storage areas based on product type or size.
  • Ensured that stock was properly stored in designated areas according to safety regulations.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Education

High School Diploma -

John Barsby
Nanaimo

Skills

  • Supportive Team Participant
  • Adaptable Attitude
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Collaborative Communication Skills
  • Strong Organizational Abilities
  • Troubleshooting
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a clean driving record
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certification in Transportation of Dangerous Goods

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Belfore

Belfor Restoration
11.2022 - 09.2024

Supervisor for Cleanup Crew

Lansons Drywall
05.2019 - 11.2022

General Laborer

Western forest products
03.2018 - 04.2019

Delivery Person

Thermo Proof
06.2016 - 03.2018

Equipment Maintenance Technician

Development Corp LTD
01.2013 - 12.2015

Shipper and Receiver

Omni Foods
06.1998 - 01.2013

High School Diploma -

John Barsby

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