I'm Garett Ferguson, a seasoned operations professional with over a decade of experience in Teck Trail Operations and Warfield Storage Plant environments. I excel at leading crews, coordinating shipments, maintaining safety standards, and streamlining workflows to keep plants running smoothly. I thrive in hands-on settings, whether directing 4x4 crews loading trucks and railcars or collaborating with shipping partners to maximize fertilizer throughput. I bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, a practical problem-solving mindset, and a track record of adapting to changing conditions—working solo or as part of a team. My journalism background in community reporting also helps me craft clear documentation and reports for stakeholders, and I’m dedicated to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in every role.

Garett Ferguson

I'm Garett Ferguson, a seasoned operations professional with over a decade of experience in Teck Trail Operations and Warfield Storage Plant environments. I excel at leading crews, coordinating shipments, maintaining safety standards, and streamlining workflows to keep plants running smoothly. I thrive in hands-on settings, whether directing 4x4 crews loading trucks and railcars or collaborating with shipping partners to maximize fertilizer throughput. I bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, a practical problem-solving mindset, and a track record of adapting to changing conditions—working solo or as part of a team. My journalism background in community reporting also helps me craft clear documentation and reports for stakeholders, and I’m dedicated to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in every role.

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I’m Garett Ferguson, a seasoned operations professional with over a decade of experience in Teck Trail Operations and Warfield Storage Plant environments. I excel at leading crews, coordinating shipments, maintaining safety standards, and streamlining workflows to keep plants running smoothly. I thrive in hands-on settings, whether directing 4x4 crews loading trucks and railcars or collaborating with shipping partners to maximize fertilizer throughput.

I bring strong interpersonal and communication skills, a practical problem-solving mindset, and a track record of adapting to changing conditions—working solo or as part of a team. My journalism background in community reporting also helps me craft clear documentation and reports for stakeholders, and I’m dedicated to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement in every role.

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Language

English
Fluent
Italian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Relief Leader at Teck Trail Operations
March 1, 2022 - Present
Supervise two 4x4 crews to facilitate the loading of trucks and railcars with fertilizer; enter and prioritize work orders for crew and plant; facilitate meetings with shipping companies to maximize fertilizer shipping.
Senior Leader at Teck Trail Operations
August 1, 2024 - Present
Coordinate communication between ops, staff and maintenance for required information; fill out and complete work orders for emergency trade work when required; order supplies and ensure operators have everything they need.
Storage and Shipping Operator at Teck Trail Operations
January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2024
Fill trucks and railcars with different types of fertilizer; remove overfilled containers with spilled fertilizer and dump it in a separate plant; frequent communication with the truck drivers and the Clerk.
Operator IV at Teck Trail Operations
October 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Became fully trained on all positions within the plant; assist co-workers with plant specific tasks and clean ups; finished each shift with data entry into the Plant Applications Client Utility.
Service Operator - SLP at Teck Trail Operations
January 1, 2018 - October 1, 2018
Completed daily tasks as set out by our supervisor; daily use of either the forklift or bobcat to do required tasks; complete plant maintenance through cleaning or daily processes.
News and Sports Reporter (Maternity Leave Coverage) at EZ Rock Kootenay Boundary
February 1, 2016 - February 28, 2017
Wrote, edited and recorded daily EZ Life segments, as well as daily news stories; daily communication with the public either over the phone or in person for stories; provided morning show relief when required.
Bartender at Foxy’s Fine Food and Drinks
August 1, 2015 - June 30, 2017
Provided customer service, prepared and served beverages, and maintained a welcoming bar environment.
Console Attendant at Frosty’s Liquor Store
August 1, 2015 - April 30, 2016
Handled point-of-sale transactions, assisted customers, and maintained store presentation.
Waiter at Various Locations
December 31, 2003 - December 30, 2017
Provided food and beverage service in multiple settings, developed customer service and multitasking skills.
Data Annotator at Computershar Australia
August 16, 2012 - May 23, 2014
Data entry, mailroom work. Scanning mail and forms received.

Education

Radio Broadcasting Diploma at SAIT, Calgary, AB
September 1, 2009 - April 1, 2011
Local 480 Safety Rep at Trail, BC
November 1, 2021 - March 24, 2026
WHMIS at Trail, BC
February 1, 2017 - March 24, 2026
Grade 12 Diploma at J.L Crowe, Trail, BC
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006

Qualifications

WHMIS
February 1, 2017 - March 24, 2026
Local 480 Safety Rep
November 1, 2021 - March 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Agriculture & Mining, Manufacturing, Energy & Utilities, Transportation & Logistics, Other