Walter Wilson
Fort St. John,BC
Summary
Shop Foreman with extensive experience at the City of Fort St John, excelling in maintenance planning and workplace safety. Achieved significant reductions in machine downtime through proactive equipment assessments and streamlined processes. Proven leader in task delegation, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances team productivity and operational efficiency.
Professional foreman with proven track record in shop management and operational oversight. Adept at identifying areas for process improvement and implementing effective solutions. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and consistently achieving project goals. Skilled in mechanical troubleshooting and inventory management.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shop Forman
City of Fort St John
09.2013 - 06.2024
- Supervised daily operations of shop, ensuring compliance with safety policies and procedures.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to enhance productivity and efficiency in project execution.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined shop operations, reducing downtime significantly.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment to maintain operational readiness and safety standards.
- Developed maintenance schedules for machinery, minimizing disruptions to service delivery timelines.
- Used hand and power tools, equipment, and instruments accurately.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Verified safe and proper operation of wide range of power tools, equipment and instruments.
- Increased shop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and organizing work areas.
- Managed materials inside shop and at job locations.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management regarding shop updates, challenges faced, and potential opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Supervised all aspects of project completion from initial planning stages through final execution, meeting or exceeding client expectations consistently.
- Safeguarded workplace safety through strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular training sessions for staff.
- Managed a team of skilled technicians, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth and development.
- Implemented inventory control measures, ensuring proper stock levels were maintained for efficient operations.
- Contributed to budget management by tracking expenses, reducing waste, and optimizing resource allocation.
- Led transition to digital work order system, reducing paper waste and improving organization.
- Oversaw installation of new machinery, enhancing workshop capabilities.
- Organized training on new software tools to increase productivity.
Mechanic 2
City of Fort St John
03.2003 - 09.2013
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy equipment, prolonging service life and reliability.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in city vehicles, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Assisted in the development of preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing vehicle performance and safety standards.
- Oversaw inventory management of tools and parts, ensuring availability for timely repairs and servicing.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Peace Senior Secondary School
Fort St. John, BCHeavy Duty Mechanic
Government Office
Fort St. John, BC02-2012
No Degree - Automotive Journey Man Mechanic
Okanagan College
Kelowna01-1984
Skills
- Regular equipment assessment
- Materials management
- Maintenance planning
- Job estimating
- Task delegation
- Workplace safety
- Safety management
- Equipment operation
- Deadline management
Accomplishments
- Achieved better inventory and vehicle maintenance by introducing Enterprize Asset Management for tracking inventory and building work orders.
- This was a new program that was brought to the City's Public Works department which required the installation of all parts inventory, vehicles, attachments, and small equipment.
- Installation of GPS on Vehicles using the Enterprize Asset Management program .
Certification
Automotive Journeymen
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Class 1 Driver License
Timeline
Shop Forman
City of Fort St John
09.2013 - 06.2024
Mechanic 2
City of Fort St John
03.2003 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
North Peace Senior Secondary School
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Government Office
No Degree - Automotive Journey Man Mechanic
Okanagan College