Courtney Van Geest

Shift Control Technician at Bruce Power
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Ontario, Canada, CA

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Credentials

  • Fall Protection
    Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA)
    Jan, 2016
    - Nov, 2024
  • Standard First Aid with CPR Level A
    Bruce Power
    Jan, 2014
    - Nov, 2024
  • Lift Truck Operator
    Foran's Training Inc.
    Jan, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Shock & Arc-Flash Protection
    NPECA
    Jan, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • WHMIS Update & Review
    NPECA
    Jan, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Working in Confined Spaces
    NPECA
    Jan, 2012
    - Nov, 2024
  • Aerial Work Platform
    Select Total Service
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Hoisting & Rigging
    NPECA
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • L1 - Accident Prevention Educational Program
    NPECA
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Non-contact Voltage Tester
    NPECA
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • Tag & Lockout
    NPECA
    Jan, 2011
    - Nov, 2024
  • CHIP - National Coach Certification Program
    Ontario Minor Hockey Association
    Jan, 2010
    - Nov, 2024
  • Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA)
    -
    Jan, 2009
    - Nov, 2024
  • Carnegie Next
    Dale Carnegie
    Jan, 2007
    - Nov, 2024
  • Dale Carnegie Course
    Dale Carnegie
    Jan, 2004
    - Nov, 2024
  • Fiber Optic Technician - FOA
    Fiber Optic Association
    Jan, 2001
    - Nov, 2024
  • Shodan - Goju Ryu Karate
    Zen Bei Butoku-Kai International
    Jan, 1998
    - Nov, 2024
  • Gold Dance
    Skate Canada
    Jan, 1993
    - Nov, 2024
  • CanSkate Coach
    Skate Canada
    Jan, 1990
    - Nov, 2024
  • 309A - Electrician - Construction and Maintenance (JP)
    Ontario College of Trades

Experience

    • Canada
    • Utilities
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Shift Control Technician
      • Mar 2023 - Present

    • Project Tech II
      • Oct 2019 - Mar 2023

    • Shift Control Technician
      • Jan 2018 - Oct 2019

    • Office Manager
      • Sep 2001 - Present

      Manage all office operations within business – Health & Safety, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Purchasing & Receiving, and Customer Service, Manage/supervise office employee(s); provide direction, training and evaluations of progress, Recruit/interview/select new employees, Work with technicians to ensure Health & Safety standards and customer satisfaction are met, Perform all financial operations ensuring good cash flow - reduced overhead expenses, Maintain good relationships with suppliers; effectively manage collections, Maintain consistent supporting business records; smooth audits for WSIB and GST; Knowledgeable in Quickbooks, Microsoft Word/Excel/Power Point & Outlook Express. Show less

    • Canada
    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Electrician - Construction and Maintenance
      • Jan 2014 - Jan 2018

      Recipient of EMC 2015 Top Safety Award, Supplemental Trade Supervisor, Construction and Maintenance Electrician: Trade Code 309A, Successful completion of apprenticeship hours and Trade School (Honours level), Adhere to all safety regulations and procedures through continual use of Core-4 HU tools, ensuring success in the four 'Pillars of Safety' - reactor, radiological, industrial and environment, Effective 3-way communication when working with co-workers and other trades, Flexibility in skills to work from scaffolding, in confined spaces, and in environments containing radiological, chemical, electrical, and mechanical hazards, Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, modification and repair of the instrumentation, electronic and electrical equipment used to control systems, Experience working on installations and modifications of electrical equipment, but not limited to: MATF, SSMC, VBO, Flow Injection, Instrument Air / Compressors, Control Room, SSMC during SCO, Fuel Handling Protective Computer Replacement, BRIMS, Vault Work, ECO Precise when splicing fiber optic and other communications, Flexibility in working hours such as twelve-hour, rotating shift schedule. Show less

    • Construction
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Local 303
      • Jun 2011 - Dec 2013

      Electrician Construction & Maintenance 309A Apprenticeship St. Joseph's Healthcare West 5th Campus - security installation crew (Comstock Canada), WIFC - Welland International Flatwater Center: various projects during construction to finish (Urban Electric), Service and Maintenance within local quarry and long-term care homes (Corrol Technologies Inc.), Prepared for all weather conditions & work requirements; present professional image; Ability to adapt to changes in work schedule; awareness of continually changing environments; Clarify job duties with supervisor; plan & discuss safety requirements before proceeding; Order, inspect and deliver materials required for work; rectify any errors; follow-up on backorders; Responsible for using & maintaining tools & equipment in top condition; Maintain safe working environment & interact effectively through communication devices; Select, wear, adjust, use & maintain PPE when necessary; perform lock out & tagging procedures; Fall Arrest System utilized when required - ie. working on 40' all-terrain telescoping man lift; Layout, install & test cable controlled emergency stop devices; install industrial controls Select, lay out and install cable management devices, keypads, piezo alarms, push buttons & maglocks for door security system in long-term care home; Assist with installation of receptacles, DC power supplies, timers, vapor proof fluorescent lighting, metal halide fixtures, LED wallpacks, security cameras, circulating fans, occupancy sensors, various feeds & controls, heat trace cabling, motors, pin/sleeve connectors; etc. Preventative maintenance performed; Show less

    • Canada
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Recreation Aide - Chateau Gardens
      • Apr 2009 - Oct 2010

      Develop, implement, and evaluate diversified programs and services to meet the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of all residents; Identify and assess the residents’ needs to develop fulfilling activities; Encourage resident participation in programs; Provide one on one support to residents while promoting interrelationships within the community; Provide residents with a safe and comfortable environment by remaining aware of risk management issues that could compromise safety or incur liability; Maintaining excellent documentation systems (i.e. PointClickCare). Show less

    • Canada
    • Hospitality
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Recreation Program Manager
      • Sep 2000 - Jul 2001

      Plan, supervise/facilitate and evaluate all leisure & corporate recreation programs;Develop and conduct corporate teambuilding workshops;Prepare work schedules, job duties, and objectives for contract workers and volunteers;Develop procedures & guidelines for all recreation programs to ensure appropriate programming, safety standards & consistency;Communication skills to establish and maintain effective working partnerships with corporate and leisure guests, other Inn Team Members and service partners;“Calm under Pressure” – ability to run numerous events simultaneously in a professional manner;Energetic and enthusiastic with strong motivational skills. Show less

    • Catering Supervisor
      • Jun 1999 - Sep 2000

      Responsible for the supervision of Event set-ups both On-Site and Off-Site in accordance with industry standards & plans (rooms, meals, staffing, etc.),Coach Team Members – provide clear direction and guidance regarding operations and service procedures,Tactfully deal with complaint resolution for guest-related problems and within the organizationProactively assist servers, bartenders, porters, and others as required during peak times,Visioning ability – innovative when conceptualizing and planning numerous large and small scale events (Conferences, Weddings, Motorcoach Groups, Day Meetings, Social Overnight groups, Internal Meetings),Utilize computer programs such as Spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, GEAC, BREEZE, SQUIRREL to prepare Banquet Event Orders and Billing Pages for Groups,Professional when handling incoming Catering Sales calls and Site Inspections,Demonstrate good time management, office administration and organizational skills in order to provide event details to Departments in a timely and accurate manner, Show less

Education

  • Mohawk College
    Electrician - Construction & Maintenance, Electrical
    2012 - 2016
  • Brock University
    BRLS, Recreation & Leisure Studies
    1995 - 1999

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