Vincent Chase
Red Deer,AB
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Physically fit and adaptable with the capability to work in various work environments. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Quality Control Technician/Supervisor
Aecon Construction Group
Calgary, AB
04.2019 - Current
- Tested and evaluated product precision against specifications to reduce discrepancies.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques, fostering a culture of excellence within the department.
- Performed tests and inspections to conform to established standards.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
Materials Testing Engineer, EHS Advisor, Admin
Amec Foster Wheeler/Wood PLC.
Red Deer, AB, Manitoba, Winnipeg And Yukon
04.2017 - 11.2018
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Coordinated sampling and analysis tasks to verify quality of finished products.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Conducted regular hazard assessments to identify areas of improvement within existing safety protocols, leading to more effective prevention measures being put into place.
- Proactively addressed concerns raised by employees regarding workplace safety or environmental issues, fostering trust between staff members and EHS department.
- Maintained accurate EHS documentation, including incident reports, inspection findings, and corrective action plans for future reference and analysis.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to address complex EHS issues, resulting in safer working conditions for all staff members.
- Promoted a culture of safety by consistently emphasizing the importance of following established EHS policies and guidelines.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Materials Testing Engineer
Parkland Geotechnical Consulting Ltd
Red Deer, AB And Fort McMurray
04.2007 - 11.2015
- Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
- Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
- Trained and mentored competent and flexible workforce to meet project needs and promote positive work environment.
Education
No Degree - Trades Training Certificate
Powering Trades
Red Deer, AB02.2022
No Degree - Construction Pre-Trades Training Certificate
Mcbride Career Group
Red Deer, AB01.2018
No Degree - Civil Engineering Technology
Nova Scotia Community College
Bridgewater, NS08.2005
No Degree - Civil Engineering Technology Diploma
Strait Area Education And Recreation Centre
Port Hawkesbury, NS01.2005
High School Diploma -
Adult Learning Program
Bridgewater, NS01.2002
Skills
- Product Inspection and Equipment Calibration
- Visual Inspection and Workplace Safety
- Inspections and reviews
- Specifications understanding, ISO Standards and Safety Procedures
- Sampling methods and Testing Procedures
- Data Entry and Documentation skills
- Materials Testing and Continuous Improvement
- Test method validation, testing protocols and Product Sampling
- Auditing Techniques and Calibration standards
- Staff Mentoring and Staff Training
- Critical Thinking
- Environmental Sampling and Testing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CCIL (HMA-Hot Mix Asphalt-Technician)
- CCIL (Certified Concrete Technician)
- Defensive Driving
- First Aide CPR & AED (CSA Intermediate) Level "C"
- Fall Protection
- CSTS 2020
- WHMIS 2015
- Supervising Ground Disturbance 201
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)
- 2021 Confined Space Awareness for Entrants and Monitors
- Elevated Work Platform
- Hand And Power Tool Safety (OSHA)
- Crane and Hoist Signals
- Road Builders Safety Training System (RSTS)
- Wilderness and Bear Awareness
- Basic Rigger and Signalman (OSHA)
- Propane Handling and Exchange
- Emergency and Fire Preparedness
- Fire Extinguisher (CAN)
Timeline
Senior Quality Control Technician/Supervisor
Aecon Construction Group
04.2019 - Current
Materials Testing Engineer, EHS Advisor, Admin
Amec Foster Wheeler/Wood PLC.
04.2017 - 11.2018
Materials Testing Engineer
Parkland Geotechnical Consulting Ltd
04.2007 - 11.2015
No Degree - Trades Training Certificate
Powering Trades
No Degree - Construction Pre-Trades Training Certificate
Mcbride Career Group
No Degree - Civil Engineering Technology
Nova Scotia Community College
No Degree - Civil Engineering Technology Diploma
Strait Area Education And Recreation Centre
High School Diploma -
Adult Learning Program