Engineer Construction
Resume:
B rad Bock R es:
Delta, BC V4K 3E3
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MATER IAL HA N DLER
Relevant Achievements
Over 17 years of diverse logistical experience in the handling and movement of new
vehicles entering Canada through Fraser Wharves L td.
Acknowledged as a top leader creating efficiency, respect and productivity within the
yard
Proven t rack record of accuracy in dealing with numbers, reports and information
Consistently met and exceeded quotas within yard and shop by coordinating
workload and employees to maximize productivity
Proficient in a computerized environment including MS Word and mobile computer
equipment
Forklift experience and 20 years safe driving with a clean driver’s abstract
Work H istory
FRASER WHARVES LTD., Richmond, BC (1997 – 2014)
107 acres, 14,000 vehicles, 73 rail cars per switch and 10 acres for truck loading
On Call Lead Hand (Yard Department)
• Maintained the efficient operations of the yard while overseeing and coordinating
t he work duties of 10 to 15 workers with the receiving, inspections and movement of
new automobiles
• Communicated directly with yard supervisor and effectively relayed information to
workers with regards to daily duties and issues
• Created and maintained excellent working relationships and mutual respect with
employees and management resulting in high productivity and a safe work
environment
• Tracked and coordinated employees with the use of a mobile scanner (computer) to
ensure workers remained productive and quotas were met
Yard D r iver / Checker / T ransfer Worker
• Analysed daily release lists, located vehicles and arranged for the movement to
various locations, within the yard, based on detailed directions and specifications
w hile maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency
• Drove new vehicles to distribution areas based on verbal directions and paperwork
specifications
• Matched vehicle numbers to paperwork and accurately labelled accordingly
Shop I nstaller
• Maintained high quality work and an above quota with modifications and standard
i nstallations of parts on new vehicles
• Implemented new and more efficient ways of completing tasks within a 20-30
employee shop resulting in a higher output of product
• Safely operated forklift and hydraulic pallet jacks in the movement of product
Rail Loader
• Worked with a team of 15 to 20 workers on the loading of vehicles onto rail cars;
occasionally served as lead hand when needed
• Accurately followed load sheets and consistently met quota of 48 cars per day
• Efficiently worked under extreme conditions of weather, heights and physical labour
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Work Experience Cont.
B BOCK CONSTRUCTION, Delta, BC (1992 – 1997)
TRAVECO CONSTRUCTION & VERN CARTER, Delta, BC (1988 – 1992)
I ndependent Contractor / Business Owner / F ramer
• Managed all operations of a five to six crew construction team on framing and
f inishing carpentry on various residential projects
• Accurately calculated estimates resulting in jobs being done on t ime and within
budget
• In terpreted blueprints and calculated framing layout(s) of residential projects
BC PACKERS, Steveston, BC (1992 – 1997)
CANADIAN FISH COMPANY, Vancouver, BC (1984 – 1988)
Commercial Fisherman
• Served as a crew member on various deep see fishing expeditions on the BC coast
• Positions included engineer, skiffman, beachman and cook
E ducation & T raining
PACIFIC MARINE TRAIN ING I NSTITUTE, Vancouver, BC (1983 – 1984)
Ma r ine Program ( navigation instruments, ship safety and stability, navigation, chart
work, fi rst aid, fi refighting, call signs, collision regulations)
KWANTLEN POLYTECHN IC UN IVERSITY, Richmond, BC (1982 – 1983)
General Studies Program (Sciences, English, Geography, Meteorology and Physical
E ducation)
DELTA SECONDARY SCHOOL, Delta BC
Grade 12 Diploma
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