James Bowler

A highly dedicated motivated individual with 20+ years’ experience in construction and the oil industry, ranging from earthworks, roofing, all carpentry, oil rigs, crane and rigging.  I am a person who strives to exceed expectations and meet all deadlines in a safe effective manner and who takes great pride in his work and in building respectful relationships. 

AEROTEK2023-2024

Acheson, Alberta

Service Technician

• Installation of flooring, drywall, cove base, EPDM roofing system, metal cladding.
• Putting of exterior doors, including panic bars and door closers.
• Custom-build benches and hat racks.
• Communicated with foreman daily, prioritized job work orders
• Gathered all tools and materials needed to complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Participated in daily safety and toolbox meetings
• Inspected and used various hand tools and power tools to execute the job at hand, from flooring to roofing and everything in between
• Maintained a safe and clean workspace/continuous housekeeping
• Followed all site rules and regulations

Fort Mckay Alcor/Cub Industrial Trailer    (CNRL-Horizon)       2020-2023

Fort McMurray, AB

Journey Man Carpenter/General Maintenance

• Communicated with foreman daily, prioritized job work orders
• Gathered all tools and materials needed to complete tasks safely and efficiently
• Participated in daily safety and toolbox meetings
• Inspected and used various hand tools and power tools to execute the job at hand, from flooring to roofing and everything in between
• maintained a safe and clean workspace/continuous housekeeping
• followed all site rules and regulations
• mentored, trained, and monitored laborers in performing, and completing tasks in a safe and timely manner

Whissell Contracting Ltd.                                                                                                   2016 – 2018

Leduc, AB 

Operator/40-ton Rock Truck/excavator/packer

• Perform inspections of vehicle systems, equipment, and accessories such as tires, lights turn signals, hydraulics, and brakes
• Conducted pre/post vehicle trip inspections, and safety data sheets (JSA)
• Operated and negotiated all kinds of road conditions, on/off-road, obeyed all traffic signs, and drove according to road and weather conditions
• Hauled heavy loads of material, usually short distances
• Maintained clear communication with other operators through 2-way radio and paid close attention to surroundings, vehicles, and pedestrians
• Maneuvered through tight, narrow, rough, and congested roadways
• Continuous housekeeping of vehicle, focusing on windows and operating lights

Lakeside Roofing 2006-2016

Spruce Grove, AB

Foreman/Shingle installer

• organized and gathered tools and materials to complete roof renovations
• conducted thorough inspections daily on tools and equipment focusing on safety equipment
• formulated the best strategy to complete the job timely, safely, and cost-efficient
• delegated the crew to specific roles and tasks that suited their personal strengths and comfort levels
• continuously maintained ongoing housekeeping on and off the roof to have a safe and more productive worksite
• completed daily time sheets and had clear communication with co-workers and the owner to ensure everyone was happy with their hours and their position in the company

Ernest Manning High School - Calgary, AB

• CSTS 2020/PSTS
• Mold awareness
• Bear Awareness
• CSO
• Class 4
• Fall Arrest 
• Diversity and inclusion
• Indigenous Awareness