Experience

Edmonton Kenworth Ltd.

• Canada
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Parts Manager

  • Nov 2019 - Present

  Kenworth West



Canadian Army

• Canada
• Technology, Information and Internet

• Quarter Master Senior Instructor, The Loyal Edmonton Reg't, Army Reserve (Militia)

  • Sep 2016 - Present

  Canadian Army Duties & Responsibilities - Work closely with the TRG O and TRG WO with running unit crses, - assist in the selection of instructors for crses, - monitor the standard and conduct of training for PCF crses, - ensure that a high standard of instructional ability is maintained by all NCOs, - keep the unit lines decor in order and track Regt’l NPP (log pictures, awards, and plaques, etc) -assist the RSM with unit drill and ceremonial, incl Colour Pty - track presentations –… Show more Duties & Responsibilities - Work closely with the TRG O and TRG WO with running unit crses, - assist in the selection of instructors for crses, - monitor the standard and conduct of training for PCF crses, - ensure that a high standard of instructional ability is maintained by all NCOs, - keep the unit lines decor in order and track Regt’l NPP (log pictures, awards, and plaques, etc) -assist the RSM with unit drill and ceremonial, incl Colour Pty - track presentations – ensure medals & awards are available for COs presentation - chair the Honours & Awards Committee - assist the RSM in maintaining discipline, dress, deportment, and conduct of the unit NCOs; and, - assist the RSM in the selection of NCOs for trade and/or specialty crses. Show less



49th Battalion Pipes & Drums

• Pipe Major

  • May 2008 - Present

  The Loyal Edmonton Regiment The 49th Battalion Pipes & Drums is a volunteer pipe band made up from infantrymen in A Coy. We practice on Tuesday evenings at Jefferson Armoury and play at various community and private functions throughout the year dependant on A Coy's training schedule. As the "Pipey" of the Band I am responsible for: -Drill, Dress, and Deportment. -All Band performances. -All Music Selection. -All Practice sessions and training for the band, from beginners up. -Working out… Show more The 49th Battalion Pipes & Drums is a volunteer pipe band made up from infantrymen in A Coy. We practice on Tuesday evenings at Jefferson Armoury and play at various community and private functions throughout the year dependant on A Coy's training schedule. As the "Pipey" of the Band I am responsible for: -Drill, Dress, and Deportment. -All Band performances. -All Music Selection. -All Practice sessions and training for the band, from beginners up. -Working out playing sets with the Drum Section. -Record keeping and paperwork. -Maintaining communication throughout the band. I also size and order uniforms for the band members. Show less



A Company, The Loyal Edmonton Regiment; Reserve Army (Militia),

• Infantryman

  • Jun 1992 - Present

  Held various positions in A Coy including: Rifleman, Section Commander, Platoon 2i/c, and Company Quarter Master Sergeant



KENWORTH LEDUC, a Division of EDMONTON KENWORTH LTD.

• Parts Manager, E014

  • Apr 2015 - Nov 2019

  Leduc, Alberta, Canada



Canadian Armed Forces

• Canada
• Defense and Space Manufacturing
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Company Sergeant Major, A Company

  • Apr 2012 - Aug 2016

  The Loyal Edmonton Reg't, Edmonton, AB A Coy, The Loyal Edmonton Regiment; Reserve Army (Militia) Duties and Responsibilities: -Responsible for the Drill, Dress, and Deportment of the Rifle Company. -Responsible for administration, standards, and discipline. -Responsible for the mentoring and training of the JNCOs. -Supervise the Warrant Officers and Sergeants while allowing them to lead. -Responsible for the efficiency and good order of their platoons and sections. -Ensuring proper staffing for unit… Show more A Coy, The Loyal Edmonton Regiment; Reserve Army (Militia) Duties and Responsibilities: -Responsible for the Drill, Dress, and Deportment of the Rifle Company. -Responsible for administration, standards, and discipline. -Responsible for the mentoring and training of the JNCOs. -Supervise the Warrant Officers and Sergeants while allowing them to lead. -Responsible for the efficiency and good order of their platoons and sections. -Ensuring proper staffing for unit run courses. -Responsible for the supply of ammunition to the company and oversee the distribution of other supplies such as fuel, water, food, and combat stores. -Reponsible for evacuating the wounded and collecting prisoners of war. Show less

• Parts Manager

  • Aug 2008 - Apr 2015

  west end branch, edmonton, ab Edmonton Kenworth Ltd, North American Dealer of the Year 2011 Duties include: -Properly staffing the department, which includes hiring, training, motivating and monitoring the performance of all parts department staff. -Maintaining discipline and firing as necessary -Maintaining an orderly workplace. -Creating and overseeing an annual operating budget for the parts department. -Working with the service department and sales department representatives to ensure inventory… Show more Edmonton Kenworth Ltd, North American Dealer of the Year 2011 Duties include: -Properly staffing the department, which includes hiring, training, motivating and monitoring the performance of all parts department staff. -Maintaining discipline and firing as necessary -Maintaining an orderly workplace. -Creating and overseeing an annual operating budget for the parts department. -Working with the service department and sales department representatives to ensure inventory is available when needed. -Dealing with the customers' queries and concerns while maintaining high customer satisfaction. -Determining appropriate inventory levels while ensuring periodic parts turnover. -Adjusting stock to curtail accumulation of unused or old parts. -Monitoring stock use and periodically returning old stock back to vendors so the dealership can claim a complete refund for unused factory stock. -Responsible for ensuring apprentices are properly mentored and receive adequate training. -Ensuring all staff have proper qualifications for operating equipment. -Ensuring there is follow on training for the Parts Technicians and that they complete their training work books. -Maintaining a clean and safe work environment through regular inspections and safety training.

• Assistant Parts Manager

  • May 2004 - Jul 2008

• Safety Committee Chairman

  • Sep 2004 - Dec 2007

  Edmonton Kenworth Ltd. West End Branch My duties and responsiblilties in this position were in addition to my duties and responsibilities as Assistant Parts Manager at this time and were as follows: -Chaired bi-monthly Safety Committee meetings with representatives from all departments. I reported safety committee concerns directly to the president of Edmonton Kenworth Ltd. -Assisted foremen/managers in all concerns regarding safety and acted as a subject matter expert to field their questions and concerns or found the… Show more My duties and responsiblilties in this position were in addition to my duties and responsibilities as Assistant Parts Manager at this time and were as follows: -Chaired bi-monthly Safety Committee meetings with representatives from all departments. I reported safety committee concerns directly to the president of Edmonton Kenworth Ltd. -Assisted foremen/managers in all concerns regarding safety and acted as a subject matter expert to field their questions and concerns or found the answer through a safety consultant. - Trained the members of the safety committee and department managers in how to properly complete WCB paperwork, how to periodically review WCB claims/report,s and coordinate light duties/ modified duties for injured workers - Ensured all safety equipment was current and in useable condition (ie. F.A kits, fire extinguishers, etc.) in the west end facility and ensured the other branches carried out inspections and serviced safety kit. -Ensured Hazard Assessments were posted and up to date -I created and organized the FERT(s) (Facility Emergency Response Team) for all facilities and held the position of the Chief Warden in the west end. -Ensured that the FERC(s) (Facility Emergency Responce Committees - each of the 3 branches had one) updated and maintained documents and also trained all the FERT(s) in all branches with the guidance of a safety consultant. -Conducted periodic fire drills and tornado drills to train the FERC and exercise the staff. -Maintained records of all personnel‘s safety training (ie. First Aid, H2S Alive, Forklift, WHMIS, etc.) for the west end branch. -Organized safety training for workers, sent workers on courses that could not be run on site, and ensured workers re-qualified before expiry date. -Created and got appoval for a prescription safety glasses procurement programme for workers. -Organized on site training for WHMIS & TDG through St John's Ambulance.

• Certified Parts Technician (Journeyman)

  • Sep 1996 - Apr 2004

  Started as a parts driver, moved up into the parts picker position, and apprenticed from spring 1997 to summer 2000, officially being certified as a Journeyman Partsman on 17 July 2000.