MARIO ALEJANDRO COLÓN R.
***-** ******* **** *******, Ontario M5R 2T4
Residence: (647) 202- 6302 Email: *****.*.*****@*****.***
SKILLS
Registered Apprentice – Level II MTCU Curriculum (in progress)
Knowledge of brakes, drive trains, electrical, hydraulic, fuel systems
Work on equipment such as skid steers, bobcats, loaders, scrapper, forklift
Strong leadership/business background
Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and a self-starter, with experience launching a company from the ground up.
Strong verbal communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet Explorer
Proven confidence, enthusiasm and a desire to excel
Fluently Bilingual in Spanish and English EDUCATION
Centennial College, Toronto, Ontario, present – 2010 Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
Trade Practices (WPP), Engine Systems, Drive Train System, Wheel-end Assemblies and Brake Systems, Electrical Systems, Fuel Systems, Fluid Power Systems, Occupational Health & Safety
Specialized in Cat wheel loaders, Cat Skid steers, Bobcat, Jhon deer backhoe,
George Brown College, Toronto, Ontario, 2007- 2008 Electro Mechanic Technician
Electrical, schematics, electronics, maintenance, troubleshooting
Universidad Santa Maria, Caracas, Venezuela, 2001- 2004 BA, Economics
PROFESSIONAL HISTORY
Hydro Group (Canada) January 2009 – August 2010
-Divisional Manager for regional office covering all of Canada
-Built a client list of 400 companies, visited each company in person and presented products
-Stewarded 4 potential million-dollar deals
-Promoted the company at more than 25 industry trade shows and efficiently networked to build potential-customer list to 400 names
-Acted as a liaison in between vendors and management staff
-Began in an Assistant Manager position and within 3 months promoted to Assistant General Manager
Brightmark Canada (Formerly EC Lighting) January 2008 – January 2009
-Manager of lighting maintenance team
-Trained staff members and provided ongoing guidance and support
-Worked with company partners and suppliers to maintain stocks and supplies
-Provided lighting consulting and support for special events
-Provided lighting maintenance and repair to multiple retail outlets including
EC Lighting May 2006 - January 2008
-Assistant Manager
-Gained experience with lighting maintenance, inspection and repairs
-Provided excellent customer service to EC Lighting contracted outlets
-Reported weekly on company activities
-Worked in a team environment
V Lounge Construction Project February 2005- May 2006
-General Labor
-Worked with in the demolition team
-Assisted electrician and carpenter for the duration of the project
241 Pizza Restaurant January 2004 - February 2005
-Store Manager of 241 Pizza
-Provided customer service to in store customers and phone orders
-Prepared and cooked food and store items
-Worked store cash register, managed daily finances and wrote weekly reports
-Trained an managed other store employees and drivers
Community Involvement
-Peacebuilders International (Canada), Spring for Peace Fundraising Event 2007 & 2008
-CANFAR, Bloor Street Entertains volunteer, 2005 & 2006
-CANFAR, Have a Heart Awareness Campaign volunteer, 2005 & 2006