Caleb Clark

Upon returning home amidst the pandemic I decided not to go on government E. I. and instead work again for Jolly Farmer. This time I worked for them on construction and construction type projects. I helped them build two steal framed warehouses and a new office building. It was through this job I learned working independently and to be self motivated. The construction work gave me experience in communicating and assisting contractors in order to meet tight deadlines. Below is a list of some of the experience and skill I gained this job.

• Large equipment such as Skid Steer and Backhoe/loader.
• Small equipment such as concrete saw, compactor and pressure washer.
• Hand and Power tools
• Carpentry (installing doors and framing small walls)
• Concrete (Walls, floors, and foundations)
• Drywall, insulation and painting
• Large Outdoor and indoor forklifts
• Preventive maintenance and care for all listed above.
• Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
• Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
• Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
• Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
• Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
• Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
• Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
• Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness in adjusting schedules and priorities accordingly.
• Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
• Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
• Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
• Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
• Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.

After being laid off over the holiday's I joined Jolly Farmer (a large greenhouse) at the beginning of their busy season. At my interview for my employment I informed them of my intention to leave in July to allow for me to volunteer at camp and attend Bible college for the upcoming semester.

During my time working there.

• I worked successfully on multiple different jobs each with different tasks and teams.
• Worked on long repetitive and monotonous tasks
• Ten hour days 7-5 and overtime
• Cultivated friendships with diverse coworkers including immigrants and people with poor English skills.
• Saved enough money to pay for my two semesters of Bible college.

In between work at McDonald's and Jolly Farmer I toke a three month seasonal job at a Christmas tree farm (Snokist).

This job is a testament to my hard work ethic.

The job was labour intensive and completely outdoors. It was seventy plus hours a week for the entire three months with no days off. My work was entirely made up of carrying or dragging trees often through deep snow and cold conditions.

My first job was working at McDonald's as a cashier. I left that job eight months later due to my family relocating. Listed below are some of the assets that I was able to take with me from working in customer service.

• Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
• Worked flexible schedule.
• Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions.
• Listen to long and complicated orders while asking clarifying questions to ensure customer satisfaction and accuracy
• Handle moody customers in a respectful manner
• Work under pressure and in a busy environment in an organized manner
• Keep a clean work space
• Working as a team