Wayne Picard
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in trucking and forestry equipment operation. Proven expertise in heavy truck and equipment operation and advanced troubleshooting, ensuring safety compliance and operational efficiency. Recognized for achieving production targets while fostering a collaborative team environment and maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Feller Buncher Operator
C and T Logging Ltd.
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
Log Truck Driver
1241273 B.C. Ltd.
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Owner/Operator
Woodpro Holdings
05.2005 - 03.2023
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cochrane High School
Cochrane, ABSkills
- Tool operation
- Maintenance and repair
- Staff management
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Hand-eye coordination
- Loading and unloading
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Efficient multitasking
- Mechanical understanding
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Outdoor Recreation
- Gardening
- Camping
- Embracing outdoor adventures such as river boating and atv trail riding
Timeline
Feller Buncher Operator
C and T Logging Ltd.
06.2024 - 02.2025
Log Truck Driver
1241273 B.C. Ltd.
07.2023 - 03.2024
Owner/Operator
Woodpro Holdings
05.2005 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Cochrane High School
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