Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
References
Cover Letter
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Ethan McDonald

Qualicum Beach,CANADA

Summary

I'm a very hard working individual, always willing to learn new things. I'm a quick learner and always have a good attitude.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Equipment Operator/Labourer

Boulder Excavating Ltd.
01.2022 - 09.2023
  • My duties include operating an excavator and skid steer, laying pipe, digging trenches, preparing for installation of water and sewer utilities, grading, backfilling, building forms, loading trucks and site clean-up
  • I can operate a John Deere 135 and 245 and am certified in traffic control.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Operator/Labourer

Ballard Fine Homes
06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.

Sales Clerk

Wabi Sabi Boardwear
01.2020 - 06.2020


  • Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
  • Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
  • Placed new merchandise on shelves and racks in appealing, organized arrangements to drive sales.

Produce Worker

Quality Foods Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Rotated produce on display by following "first in – first out” policy.
  • Broke down pallets to separate produce for sales floor, cooler and backroom prep areas.
  • Used knives and plastic wrap to trim and package produce items for individual sale.
  • Checked temperature of refrigerated cases and walk-in coolers to prevent bacteria growth and spoilage of produce.

Track Worker

Fast Times Grand Prix Go Carts
04.2018 - 09.2018
  • My duties included go cart maintenance and track maintenance and presenting safety orientations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator - Heavy Equipment Operating Course

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo BC
01.2022

Skills

  • Computer skills include Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Time Management
  • Positive Attitude
  • Hard Working

Hobbies and Interests

  • Racing motocross
  • Skateboarding
  • Fishing
  • Playing hockey
  • Basketball
  • Drawing

Certification

  • White card (NSW) 2023
  • Graduated Kwalikum Secondary School 2021
  • Completed Heavy Equipment operating course at Vancouver island university 2021-2022
  • Traffic control certification 2021
  • Occupational First aid level 1 2021

References

Andy Cole, Instructor, Vancouver Island University, 250-618-2754 Brian Cairo, Chief Financial Officer, Hockey Canada, 1-587-583-6924 Dave McColm, Manager of Operations, FortisBC, 250-714-4378

Cover Letter

To whom it may concern, Please accept my resume in response to your ad for employment. I am from Canada and am travelling in Australia on a work visa. I have a number of years experience working in Construction as a labourer and excavator operator. I have experience working in retail also. I can be reached on my cell phone 403-044-683. Thank you for your time and I look forward to meeting you in person. Ethan McDonald

Timeline

Equipment Operator/Labourer

Boulder Excavating Ltd.
01.2022 - 09.2023

Operator/Labourer

Ballard Fine Homes
06.2020 - 08.2022

Sales Clerk

Wabi Sabi Boardwear
01.2020 - 06.2020

Produce Worker

Quality Foods Inc.
01.2019 - 01.2020

Track Worker

Fast Times Grand Prix Go Carts
04.2018 - 09.2018

Heavy Equipment Operator - Heavy Equipment Operating Course

Vancouver Island University
Ethan McDonald