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Cameron Thompson

Victoria,BC

Summary

Detail-oriented mechanical engineering student with proficient skills in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and technical drafting. Enthusiastic and eager to expand my engineering knowledge, with a strong willingness to learn and apply new concepts in practical settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lifeguard

Kimberley Aquatic Center
Kimberley, BC
09.2021 - Current
  • Supervised up to 35 patrons individually and up to 150 in team settings.
  • Instructed Red Cross and Lifesaving Society lessons, including large group lessons with up to 20 participants as well as private sessions.
  • I was appointed as one of two day camp organizers, where I instructed coworkers, organized activities, and led day camps, ensuring the safety and engagement of up to 30 participants.
  • Demonstrated sound judgment and leadership when making quick decisions during stressful first aid and emergency situations to ensure patron safety.
  • Demonstrated sound judgment and leadership when making quick decisions during stressful first aid and emergency situations to ensure patron safety.
  • Took a leadership role in enforcing safety protocols and WorkSafe BC guidelines.
  • Managed facility maintenance, ensuring cleanliness and functionality across the centre.

Volunteer

Kootenay Mountain Works
Kimberley, BC
08.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted in building and repairing bicycles for underprivileged community members.
  • Gained hands-on technical experience working on bikes in Kimberley's local outdoors store.

Volunteer

Seahorse Swim Club
Kimberley, BC
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Instructed the novice swim team, developing essential communication and mentorship skills.
  • Helped prepare young athletes for swim competition through technique improvement and endurance training.

Education

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - true

University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
08-2028

Skills

  • SolidWorks
  • Technical drafting
  • SketchUp
  • AutoCAD
  • Illustrator
  • After Effects
  • Excel
  • Team communication

Certification

  • Bronze Medallion - Lifesaving Society Basic in-water first aid skills
  • Bronze Cross - Lifesaving Society Intermediate in-water first aid skills
  • Standard First Aid - Lifesaving Society Dryland First aid skills
  • National Lifeguard - Lifesaving Society Advanced in-water first aid skills
  • Water Safety Instructor - Red Cross Red Cross lesson training
  • Swim For Life - Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Society lesson training
  • WHMIS - Basic Chemical Safety

Technical Competencies

Software: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Adobe Illustrator, After Effects  

Drafting: 2 years of experience in both hand and computer drafting  

Programming: Proficient in C  3D 

Modeling: Mechanical design and 3D visualization through coursework (Mech 200)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Pushing myself in the gym and with sport, especially swimming and skiing.
  • Being creative, cooking, and being organized for the week before it starts.

References

  • Ilo Van Gilder, Aquatic Coordinator, Kimberley Aquatic Centre, Kimberley, BC, 1-250-427-2982, ivangilder@kimberley.ca
  • Robert Dingwall, Northstar Mountain Homes, Kimberley, BC, 1-250-908-6623, robdingwall@northstar.ca

Timeline

Lifeguard

Kimberley Aquatic Center
09.2021 - Current

Volunteer

Kootenay Mountain Works
08.2021 - 08.2021

Volunteer

Seahorse Swim Club
06.2021 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - true

University of Victoria

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