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Chris Poland

Abbotsford,BC

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Mutual Materials
Abbotsford, BC
03.2021 - 07.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
  • Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
  • Reported safety and quality issues to management.
  • Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
  • Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.

Glass Installer

Glass World
Abbotsford, BC
12.2017 - 08.2019
  • Fabricated aluminum framing systems for glass installation projects.
  • Assisted in the loading, unloading, and transportation of glass materials to job sites.
  • Assembled and installed commercial storefronts for businesses.
  • Received orders from clients and determined appropriate materials needed for each job.
  • Cleaned up debris at job sites after completing installations.
  • Checked all measurements twice before cutting pieces of glass.
  • Utilized safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, helmets while working around hazardous materials.
  • Lifted heavy objects such as panes of glass without assistance.
  • Ensured that all finished products met building codes and regulations.
  • Maintained records of completed jobs including details about materials used.
  • Checked for wetness or contamination in damaged areas and dried out moisture prior to making repairs.
  • Fabricated metal frames for glass installation using a variety of tools such as drills, grinders, and chop saw's.
  • Inspected existing glazing to determine the need for repair or replacement.
  • Installed mirrors, shower enclosures, storefronts, and display cases.
  • Installed custom wire shelving for closet organizing
  • Performed on-site repairs of broken or cracked glass panes while adhering to safety regulations.
  • Installed bathroom hardware such as toilet paper holders, robe hook's, towel bar's, and towel ring's.
  • Installed G-wood closet organizing sets to organize your clothing
  • Lifted heavy pieces of glass into place with hoists or cranes when needed.
  • Consulted with clients regarding design specifications for custom orders.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
  • Installed, repaired or replaced glass in commercial and residential buildings.
  • Transported supplies and team members between various worksites.
  • Read and interpreted project blueprints and construction plans to inform accurate and complete installations.
  • Performed installation of shower stall's, framed aluminum, 10/12 mm frameless shower's, mirrors and other glass areas.
  • Set glass doors into frames and bolted metal hinges, handles, locks and other hardware to attach doors to frames and walls.
  • Committed to creating and maintaining safe workplace through organization and proactive identification of hazards.

Tile Setter

Jamie Poland
Abbotsford, BC
01.2014 - 12.2017
  • Laid out tile patterns and ensured proper alignment of tiles.
  • Measured, cut, and installed ceramic tile, marble, and stone using hand tools and power cutting tools.
  • Mixed adhesive according to manufacturer's instructions for wall and floor tiles installation.
  • Grouted walls, floors and countertops with appropriate materials.
  • Prepared sub-floor surfaces by removing existing material or filling in cracks.
  • Applied sealants and grout finishes to protect tile from water damage.
  • Applied waterproofing membranes to showers, tubs, sinks. to prevent water seepage into underlying structures.
  • Repaired damaged tiles by replacing them with new ones or patching them up with matching pieces.
  • Cleaned all work areas after completing each job assignment.
  • Loaded supplies onto truck for delivery to job sites.
  • Adhered to safety regulations while working onsite.
  • Provided customers with information about tile care and maintenance procedures.
  • Attended training sessions related to tile setting techniques.
  • Inspected newly installed tiles for any defects such as chips or cracks.
  • Ensured that all customer requirements were met before leaving job site.
  • Cut tiles and marble to project specifications by using power wet saws and tile cutters.
  • Provided friendly and knowledgeable service to customers.
  • Used power tools and machinery properly to avoid job site accidents.
  • Used spacers between tiles and marble to align distance before grout application.
  • Prepared tiling surfaces using waterproofing materials and lath.
  • Created straight, even and precise patterns using straightedges, levels and squares.
  • Created decorative wall and floor designs using mosaic tile setups.
  • Cleaned and leveled surface areas and removed excess grout.
  • Used levels, squares and straightedges to align and straighten tiles.
  • Sealed finished surfaces to render grout water- and stain-resistant.

Education

High School Diploma -

Abbotsford Senior Secondary School
Abbotsford, BC
06-2005

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Forklift Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Production Reporting
  • Documentation
  • Warehouse picking
  • General laborer
  • Team Player
  • Material sourcing and distribution
  • Shipping operations
  • General construction
  • Storage and Organization
  • Stock Rotation
  • Safety awareness
  • Problem-Solving
  • Materials Transport
  • Materials Handling
  • Physically fit and agile
  • Lift Equipment Operation
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Hand-Eye Coordination

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Mutual Materials
03.2021 - 07.2022

Glass Installer

Glass World
12.2017 - 08.2019

Tile Setter

Jamie Poland
01.2014 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Abbotsford Senior Secondary School

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