Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Watching Everton Footbal Club and Spending time with my Grandson
Timeline
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William McLaughlin

Burlington,Ontario

Summary

I am Loyal, Hard Working, Knowledgeable, Adaptable, Easy Going but Firm When Required


Extensive Knowledge of the Truck Repair Industry gained over 40+ Years


Have Previously Ran my own Repair Facility in North Wales UK for 12 Years before Emigrating to Canada


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Weekend Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
08.2020 - Current
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees to complete repairs in quoted times.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards .
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Weekend Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship
  • Established clear priorities for repairs and quality standards.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly
  • Facilitated seamless handovers between shifts by maintaining clear documentation of completed tasks and outstanding items requiring attention.
  • Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during shifts
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Weekend Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
12.2016 - 06.2019

Ran Weekend Shift Friday through Sunday, Organizing workload and effectively assigning Tasks to Individuals to maintain prompt and efficient completed repairs on Both Retail Customers and Paclease Customers Units

Supervised and Trained Both Licensed and Apprentice Mechanics by issuing varied Tasks to Aid their Development

Afternoon Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
01.2011 - 12.2016
  • Ran Afternoon shift Monday through Friday and Every Third Saturday
  • Scheduled Fast and Efficient Workflow through the Shop
  • Supervised and Trained Both LIcensed and Apprentice Mechanics

Foreman / Master Technician

Performance Equipment / Volvo
06.2005 - 10.2010

Started as a Technician quickly Advancing to Foreman and Becoming their First Master Technician,

Due to Master Technician status provided Technical Guidance for all Technicians and liaise with Tech Support flor the Fast and Efficient Completion of Repairs on Customers Trucks


Education

City And Guilds MVCS 1,2 And 3 in Mechanics - Mechanic

Gwynedd Technical College
Bangor
04.1985

Skills

  • Word Processing
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Team Leadership
  • Workforce Management
  • Time Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Technical knowledge
  • Employee Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Worker Supervision
  • Employee Motivation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

Licensed 310T Technician

Watching Everton Footbal Club and Spending time with my Grandson

I Support Everton Football Club and Enjoy Torturing myself in watching them whenever I can because at the moment they are not the Best

I Love spending with My Family Especially my 6 Month old Grandson James

Timeline

Weekend Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
08.2020 - Current

Weekend Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
06.2019 - 08.2020

Weekend Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
12.2016 - 06.2019

Afternoon Foreman

Kenworth Truck Centers
01.2011 - 12.2016

Foreman / Master Technician

Performance Equipment / Volvo
06.2005 - 10.2010

City And Guilds MVCS 1,2 And 3 in Mechanics - Mechanic

Gwynedd Technical College
William McLaughlin