Gilles Babin
Chairman and Executive Officer
After fifteen years as after-sales service manager at a number of car dealerships, Gilles Babin was eager to take on new challenges. In 1996, he moved to Gaspésie Diesel inc. where he became operations manager. In no time, his new duties stimulated his entrepreneurial spirit and in 1999, Mr. Babin became the company’s general manager. Since 2006, he has also served as chairman and executive officer.
Since Mr. Babin’s arrival, Gaspésie Diesel inc. has done very well financially. A skilled manager, he quickly brought the company up to a remarkable cruising speed. Mr. Babin particularly enjoys the collegiality that exists at Gaspésie Diesel inc. and he takes pleasure in working in the field, with his employees. Highly demanding of himself and his team, for Mr. Babin, the quality of the services Gaspésie Diesel inc. provides is key to the company’s success. The staff are constantly attuned to what clients have to say in order to address their needs as closely as possible.
Not content with his professional activities alone, Mr. Babin is involved in his community as a volunteer. In fact, in 2008, his involvement earned him a nomination as volunteer of the year for Eastern Québec. He does his utmost to support initiatives by young people, in whom he has tremendous faith. For the last 10 years, he has been a member of the Caplan Club Richelieu, a service club that assists young people. As a proud sponsor of football and alpine ski teams, he also encourages sports activities.
Joey Cyr
Claims Manager
Before becoming claims manager at Gaspésie Diesel inc. in 1999, Mr. Cyr held a number of key positions with Via Rail Canada, most pertinently, rail car maintenance foreman. He also worked at Septarail as shop manager while the firm was modifying 27 first-class LRC rail cars and at Bombardier as a technical representative. For the past few years, he has held commanding positions in the world of bus- and truck-based road transportation.
Mr. Cyr has over the years occupied a number of pertinent professional positions in mechanics and management. Throughout his career, he has proven his formidable management skills and advanced technical knowledge in the area of road and rail vehicle maintenance. Employers who have had the opportunity to work with him were sorry to see him go, indicating that his departure was a great loss for their companies. In fact, in their many letters of recommendation, they salute his professionalism, careful attention to detail and ability to remain calm in crisis situations.
Community is also important for Mr. Cyr and his involvement is multi-facetted. He is manager of the Caplan firefighting service and he represents the MRC de Bonaventure on the board of the Eastern Québec regional emergency call centre (Centre d'appels d'urgence des régions de l'Est du Québec – CAUREQ). He also serves as vice president of the Caplan Club Richelieu, a service club dedicated to helping young people.
Alain Lelièvre
Comptroller
Alain has been part of the team since 2003. With over 20 years’ experience, we can count on him to keep the financial management of Gaspésie Diesel on a sound track.
Ronnie Montgomery
Part director
Ronnie can answer you in French or English. He is responsible of the parts shipment and delivery. Since 1998 Ronnie learned to deal with suppliers, he sources all of our products and is always looking to find the best competitive prices available, putting us ahead of competition. he sources all of our products and is always looking to find the best competitive prices available, putting us ahead of competition.
André Savoie
Specialized technician of Velvet Drive, Twin Disc, Allison, Detroit Diesel & Perkins products
André is with Gaspésie Diésel since the beginning in 1983. Being thirsty for new knowledge, he likes to read and perfect his skills. Devoted, he takes extra care in his work. André often works on all marine applications.
Pierre Guité
Specialized technician of Detroit Diesel and Cummins products & in a maintenance program for prevention (PEP)
Pierre is also in our team since 1983. Concerned about his work, he knows how to satisfy you.
Sylvain Arsenault
Specialized technician of Cummins, Rockwhell & Fuller products
Sylvain is part of the team since 1987. His great experience in the lumber department is one of its greatest asset for our customers. Even more, repairs on axles and transmissions is a walk in the park for Sylvain.
Jean-Marie Poirier
Specialized technician of Rockwhell, Fuller and Eaton products & in a maintenance program for prevention(PEP)
Jean-Marie is with the team since 1987. His valuable experience in the mining area gave him the nick name "Jack of all trades". Transmission, axle, suspension, clutch, alignment, brake systems, steering and air systems are no secrets for Jean-Marie.
Sylvain Roy
Specialized technician of Caterpillar & in a maintenance program for prevention (PEP)
Sylvain is part of the team since 1992. He acquired his experience at the Hewitt company in Montreal. His rigorous analyzing capacity of the work done is what defines Sylvain's greatest assets.
Jonathan Sweeney
Technician with a degree in Diesel mechanic (option electronic)
Yves is part of the team since 2007. His recent scholar acknowledgments brings youth and drive in the repair shop. Without a doubt, Jonathan has much to give in the years to come, a promising future in perspective.
Patrice Deslauriers
Shop assistant
Patrice is part of the team since january 2001.. You will always receive from him what a customer should deserve at all time : great service.
Yannick Barriault
Shop assistant
Yannick is part of the team since 2008. Devoted and honest, you can always count on Yannick.
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