Alex Birnie
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Detail-oriented Geographic Information Systems Analyst with a certificate in Advanced GIS. Technical expertise in equipment and databases. Expertise in database management, map reading and map modeling. Thorough and systematic with outstanding verbal and written communication abilities. Adept at working with complex proprietary and public databases for target research and analysis. Knowledgeable about compiling, organizing and reporting on data for diverse applications. Demonstrated skill in integrated analyses and cartography.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
English Language Instructor
Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
- Communicating with students of all levels from beginner-advanced in both casual and business
- Providing instruction and guiding students through hour long lessons.
- Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.
Construction Skilled Laborer
Sawchuk
Kelowna, BC - British Columbia
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked alongside and observed HVAC, Commercial Plumbing, Electrical, Commercial Sprinkler Systems, Concrete Coring, Concrete Pouring, and Engineer.
Security Guard
University Of British Columbia Okanagan
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Act as public servant through communication, granting access to restricted or semi-restricted areas for students and teachers alike.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Prep Cook
Food Prep – Sabretooth Lifestyle
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Worked alongside chef, preparing dietary foods in a fast-paced work environment
- Performed regular inventory counts.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Education
Advanced GIS Certificate -
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC12.2023
Personal Trainer Certificate -
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC2016
Skills
- GIS Analysis
- Geographic Mapping Data Collection
- ESRI expertise
- Detail Oriented
- Time Management
- Analytical
- Communication skills
- Creativity/Problem Solving
- Progress assessments
- Curriculum development
- Lesson Planning
- Digitizing skills
Certification
- Certified Level 2 First Aid Attendant, St. John's Ambulance - 2021-2024
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language/Teaching English as a Second Language Certificate - 2020
Language Skill
Can read and write Hiragana and Katakana, with some understanding of simple Kanji. Ongoing learning of Japanese conversational skills, can currently have a basic level conversation.
Timeline
Construction Skilled Laborer
Sawchuk
07.2022 - 12.2022
English Language Instructor
Self Employed
01.2021 - Current
Security Guard
University Of British Columbia Okanagan
01.2021 - 01.2022
Prep Cook
Food Prep – Sabretooth Lifestyle
01.2016 - 01.2017
Advanced GIS Certificate -
Okanagan College
Personal Trainer Certificate -
Okanagan College
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