Benjamin Arpin

On and off since high school, assisted in dinner prep and making dough. Responsible for preparing and completing in-store orders as well as online orders through Uber Eats, Skipthedishes, and Doordash. Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination during peak service hours. Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols. Maintaining a clean and organized workspace following strict hygiene standards for optimal food safety.

Responsible for preparing the job site with appropriate supplies, materials, and equipment also, on-call board-ups, measurements, and installation of new windows and doors. Operated power tools with safety precautions and proper protective personal equipment. Demonstrated adaptability by working on a variety of construction projects, including residential homes, commercial properties, and low-income city housing.

Co-managed and completed a variety of different building/renovation projects across all three locations in Northwestern Ontario. Responsible for providing measurements and developing accurate estimates and timelines. Entrusted with overseeing the purchase and handling of expensive orders, ensuring that they are being properly taken care of. Delivering materials to and from the other locations. Maintained general upkeep across the property in Thunder Bay such as snow removal, garbage removal, cutting the grass, and cleaning the parking lot.

Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to various tasks. Assisted in building and renovating various buildings for local reserves. Completed multiple outdoor and indoor renovations ranging from drywall, painting, vinyl siding, refinishing cedar, remodeling bathrooms, and kitchens to replacing deteriorating structural beams, cracked concrete foundations, pouring and framing new concrete.

Worked under the guidance of experienced professionals to learn the best practices and techniques of the trade. Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities. Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary. Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks. Responsible for the completion of various large jobs within the city, portfolio available upon request.

Responsible for ensuring the warehouse remained organized as well as loading and unloading different materials weighing as much as 100 pounds. Helped maintain organization in the stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock as required. Also in charge of delivering and unloading fragile materials such as quartz, granite, marble, porcelain, and ceramics, making sure deliveries are well-secured and brought to job sites carefully.