Zander Buchanan
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Experienced business professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in operations management, strategic planning, and resource optimization. Known for flexibility in adapting to changing needs and providing reliable leadership. Prepared to make significant impact in driving business success and fostering team growth.
Experienced with managing all aspects of business operations, including financial oversight and strategic planning. Utilizes effective leadership techniques to ensure efficient daily management and team productivity. Track record of fostering strong customer relationships and driving business growth through innovative solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Buck's Blacksmith and Horsehoeing
01.2019 - Current
A skilled professional who combines blacksmithing skills with a deep understanding of equine anatomy and biomechanics to provide comprehensive hoof care. Mainly therapeutic cases day to day.
-Client Communication and Education
-Record Keeping and Business Management
-Mobility and Adaptability
Assistant Manager
Jealous Fruits
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Oversaw most operations of project development
- Worked alongside laborers as needed
- Managed dirt work, irrigation installations, fencing,and tree planting operations
Mechanic/Manager
Downtown Tire & Automotive
04.2017 - 01.2019
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient workflow management.
- Led team of mechanics, providing mentorship and facilitating skill development to enhance performance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing equipment downtime and increasing operational efficiency.
- Analyzed repair processes, identifying areas for improvement and optimizing resource allocation.
- Managed fleet maintenance operations
- Assisted with tire work
- Repaired vehicles
Operator
PAVS Construction
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Operated machinery and equipment to meet production targets efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Monitored production processes, identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
- Completed any and all tasks as requested
Education
Certificate of Farrier Science - Equine Biology And Mechanics
Oklahoma State Horseshoeing School
Oklahoma 11-2019
High School Diploma -
Sa-hali Secondary
Kamloops, BC06-2016
Skills
- Operations management
- Documentation and reporting
- Business planning
- Business skill
- Mentoring apprentices
- Teaching/Leading employees and apprentices
- Attention to detail
- Problem Solving
- Client Communication
- Independently Motivated
- Effective at mastering new tasks
Accomplishments
- Owner/Operator of an excelling business
- Supervised team of 10-50 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of approximately five companies in the development of Kamloops Cherry Orchard.
- Highest billable hours (within the shop) working as a mechanic alongside managing at the same time
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Certification
- Licensed Farrier (CF)
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Jealous Fruits
03.2019 - 09.2019
Owner/Operator
Buck's Blacksmith and Horsehoeing
01.2019 - Current
Mechanic/Manager
Downtown Tire & Automotive
04.2017 - 01.2019
Operator
PAVS Construction
01.2015 - 01.2017
Certificate of Farrier Science - Equine Biology And Mechanics
Oklahoma State Horseshoeing School
High School Diploma -
Sa-hali Secondary
Class Highpoint Horse Shoer (top of class)
Finishing at the top of a large class in written work, blacksmith work, and shoeing. I am among a handful of students since 1976 to finish in the 99th percentile.