Forest Harvesting Heavy Equipment Operator Training Student Profiles COHORT #2 December 8, 2014—February 25, 2015 Classroom instruction completed by: Rocky Ashton, RFM Consulting Ltd. Work Based Training completed by: Terra Timber Ltd. Jatco Timber Ltd. Fred Ilnicki Developments Ltd. M. Edmonson Contracting Ltd. McNeil and Sons Logging Limited These students have completed two weeks of in classroom instruction and certifications: Course Material completed: •Level 1 first aid, transportation endorsement and S100 Fire Training • Diesel engine theory and maintenance • Tree identification • Hydraulic systems and maintenance • BCTS EMS • Map reading • Log quality control • BC forest safety training • Pre operational inspections In addition they have completed 6 weeks of workbased training with local contractors where they have had 160 hours minimum seat time in processors, skidders and decking machines. R U S S E L L D A N A — Willing to relocate Little Fort, B.C. | [email protected] | 778.208.5286 I’m a young buck at the age of 18 years, from Little Fort, B.C. I feel very blessed to be accepted into this course and learn more about this industry. I always found logging interesting and the opportunity to work in this sector is something I wouldn’t pass. I really enjoy being in the mountains and the woods, from hunting to snowmobiling to fishing and everything in between. This course has given me the opportunity to work in this environment as well and for that I’m grateful. I look forward to what the future holds for me and what I can give back to this industry. NICK GILBERT— Looking for work in the 100 Mile region or a camp position 100 Mile House, B.C. | [email protected] | 604.316.0379 “A big thank you to the Interior Logging Association, and all the sponsors for giving me the opportunity to attend the HEO Forest Harvesting course.” At 34 years old, I’m a hard working, dependable, conscientious driven individual who rarely misses a day of work. My wife and I own a home in Sardis and are looking to relocate ourselves and 3 children to 100 Mile House where we have numerous family connections. The past 14 years I’ve been very dedicated to the Kal Tire retread plant and have been working as a lead hand overseeing production and managing a staff team. I’m very aware of my work environment and the importance of maintaining good safety practices. I’m a friendly team player as well completely capable of completing individual tasks at hand. I really look forward to the challenges that a heavy equipment operator position will give me and the valuable experience I will gain in the future. T R AV I S F R O O M — Willing to relocate Vernon, B.C | [email protected] | 250.307.2462 “ I am so thankful to have this amazing opportunity to be involved in such a great program. The HEO Forest Harvesting program has already given me so much knowledge as well as the experience to keep my life heading in the direction I want.” I am 19 years old, born in Manitoba in a small farming town south of Winnipeg. I love the outdoors and getting my hands dirty playing football and rugby. I enjoy quading, dirt biking, skeet shooting, and good quality family time on the weekends. I moved to Vernon, B.C. when I was 13 and couldn’t get enough of the outdoors and beautiful terrain TRAVIS FROOM, CONT’D ever since. I’ve had experience using hand and power tools growing up, assisting my dad install all types of flooring and renovating houses to sell for profit. I am eager to start the next chapter in my life in the logging industry and show contractors that I can work hard and use the skills I have been taught. I would prefer to stay around the Vernon area but am willing to relocate where the work is in demand. I am eager to learn new skills and look forward to contributing to the forest industry. CO R E Y T I N N E Y — Willing to relocate Lumby, B.C. | [email protected] | 250.550.8577 “This TRU HEO logging program is truly one of a kind. I have learned worlds of information from my instructor Rocky Ashton. I would like to thank Rocky for all the time spent with me through out the program.” I am 20 years old and currently live in the town of Lumby, B.C. and love every moment of it. I’ve lived in Lumby for 10 years now and my family has spent a large majority of that in the logging industry, as my dad drives a logging truck and all of his buddies drive and operate machinery. I enjoy physical activity and being in the outdoors. I have spent my whole life in the bush, hunting, fishing, camping, etc. and can’t get enough of the fresh air. I have been playing hockey since a young age and continue to play it today. I really got into the logging world when I started in the Forestry Program at Charles Bloom Secondary, where I hand bucked, ran a John Deere 440 skidder and a CAT 650-G dozer. I was in that program for 2 years and it opened the door for me to pursue a career in the logging industry as an equipment operator. I look forward to finishing this program and being able to contribute to the B.C. logging sector. DANIELLE QUESNEL— Employed out of the program by Matt Edmunson [email protected] | 1.250.457.3367 “I am truly enjoying the HEO Forestry program. I have learned so many valuable aspects of the industry and I am very grateful to have had this experience.” I am 22 years old, born and raised in Ashcroft, but currently reside in Kamloops B.C. I have been interested in Forestry for quite some time. My interest comes from my grandfather and father as they had been in the industry for many years. I am a very reliable and hard worker. I am a fast learner and love a challenge. I can’t wait to put the knowledge I have received over the period of this course to work. I am willing to relocate to wherever job opportunities present themselves. This industry is where I want to be! J E R E M Y R I M M E R — Willing to relocate (still needs work based training) Mount Currie, B.C. | [email protected] | 604.698.6882 “First of all I would like to thank the ILA program staff and instructors and TRU for all of the support. It has been a true honour and privilege for me to participate in this program.” I grew up in a small farming community in southern Ontario. My mother originally hails from Trail, and my father hiked most of B.C. as a geologist in the fifties and sixties. The first vehicle that I learned to drive was a tractor. I have been interested in forestry for a long time, and the more that I learn, the more I realize there is to know. I was employed as a letter carrier with Canada Post for fourteen years when I decided that I needed a change and the opportunities seemed to just start opening up. I am truly looking forward to beginning my career in the forestry sector. D A LTO N O W E N — Willing to relocate 100 Mile House, B.C. | [email protected] | 250.706.9275 I’m 21 years old and live in 100 Mile House. I have lived in this area for about 8 years now and would really like to get a logging job in this region. I enjoy being in the outdoors in both the summer and winter. I have a passion for snowmobiling, hunting, archery, fitness, boating, and quading. I have been wanting to run forest harvesting equipment for years now and haven’t been able to get the right opportunity like this coarse has given me until now. It’s been great. I’m friendly, reliable, energetic and very hard working. I look forward to employment in the logging industry, and putting my new skills to work and becoming an asset to a contractor in the Cariboo/Chilcotin region. B R A D YA S I N S K I — Willing to relocate Armstrong, B.C. | [email protected] | 250.546.3506 or 250.540.0493 I have lived in Armstrong for the past 20 years but I am willing to relocate for a job in the forestry industry. I was born and raised on a farm, where I learned the basics of operation and maintenance of farm equipment. I enjoy working on small engines with the North Okanagan Lawnmower racing association. I have also been with the Canadian Armed Forces for the past two years as a primary reserve force soldier. I have also worked for the British Columbia Dragoons as a Armoured Reconnaissance Crewman, which are stationed in both Vernon and Kelowna. Having the military under my belt I have learned what it takes to be a strong leader, to take charge and react to the situation accordingly. I understand how to work as a team, to take orders without argument and meet deadlines. I am eager to use the knowledge I have gained from this forestry program, and I look forward to being a reliable and productive employee for any logging contractor in B.C. D AV I D W E I C H Vernon, B.C. | [email protected] | 250.515.0404 I have run heavy equipment for the past 20 years in civil construction. Roads, sewers, basements, etc. as well as deconstruction of buildings/homes and other construction duties. I now want to pursue a career in the logging sector. I have always wanted to work in the bush and working for a logging contractor operating a processor, loader/decker, skidder, etc. gives me that opportunity. Working in the construction industry has provided me with operator experience on steep hills, uneven ground and extremely tight areas. Safety is another key component that I bring with me from the construction industry. I am John Deere control proficient and have through this course had the opportunity to learn CAT controls as well. My previous equipment experience is operating rubber and track loaders, rubber and track excavators including articulating attachments, all skid steers and other machines as well. I still have a learning curve to go on logging equipment and I look forward to being fine tuned by, and working with, the right logging contractor for the next 15-20 years. Special shoutouts to Rocky & Jill. For more information contact Wayne Lintott, GM, Interior Logging | 250.503.2199 Gillian Watt, Program Manager | 250.319.2367 Rocky Ashton, Lead Instructor | 250.395.6565
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