Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Future Goals
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Timeline
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Dan Pickering

Dan Pickering

Coquitlam,Canada

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Seeking an entry-level position with a reputable company in Calgary, AB. Eager to contribute to the team's efforts in achieving company goals.


I have a diverse background in Kinesiology, teaching and public speaking to groups and individuals mixed with multiple years general labor experience both in warehouses and delivering/assembling of heavy equipment. I have a proven track record of successfully managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude as I enjoy faced paced work, problem solving, and being proud of my efforts.


I have a strong willingness to learn, and the communication skills to match. Poised to make significant contributions to team success and achieve positive results; I'm ready to embrace new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Mail Processing Clerk

Canada Post
11.2023 - Current

Process and organize incoming mail for distribution to appropriate departments.

Actor/BG Performer

Self-Employed
01.2016 - Current
  • Performed alongside various well-known actors and actresses.
  • Used body language, facial expressions and vocal techniques to convey messages.

Materials Handler

Sears Pacific Cross Dock
06.2015 - 12.2015
  • Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.

TESOL English Teacher

Jinju School District, South Korea
10.2014 - 04.2015
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.

Delivery and Installation Technician

Tower Fitness Equipment
05.2013 - 10.2014
  • Delivery (operating small to 5 ton vehicles) throughout the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island on a daily basis
  • Installed and configured new equipment and systems according to company standards.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of all equipment, products, and services to properly educate customers.
  • Diagnosed and troubleshot system faults, identifying equipment issues and resolutions.
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.

Kinesiologist / Personal Trainer

Self-Employed
10.2008 - 10.2014
  • Developed individualized fitness and mobility programs for patients to facilitate improvements in health and physical performance.
  • Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as Graduated Return to Work programs.
  • Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
  • Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.

Shipping/Receiving

H Y Louie Co Ltd
08.2008 - 12.2008
  • Order picking
  • Organizing shipment pallets from inventory destined for various IGA and London Drugs locations

Rehabilitation Specialist

Karp Fitness and Rehabilitation
07.2007 - 08.2008
  • Designed rehabilitation and return to work programs for individuals suffering from various injuries and/or chronic pain, including ICBC and private paying
  • Conducted initial and final assessments of clients
  • Prepared detailed reports of assessments
  • Consulted with Doctors, Physiotherapists, ICBC adjusters, and lawyers regarding client programs

Facility Supervisor and Personal Trainer

Lifeworks Health Systems
10.2006 - 07.2007
  • Maintained physical condition of facilities, applying available resources and personnel to achieve safe, clean, and functional environment.
  • Served as point of contact for internal and external customers seeking support and information.

Education

BSc. - Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
06-2007

Skills

  • Public speaking, group and individual instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Health and Safety Return-to-Work Planning
  • Project Installation Planning
  • Mechanical Assembly Skills
  • Dedicated Professional Approach
  • Adaptable Problem Solver
  • Excellent communication

Future Goals

Canadian College Osteopathy Osteopath Diploma (part-time)

Hobbies and Interests

  • Swimming
  • Running
  • Reading
  • Music
  • Travel
  • Movies
  • Gardening

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Mail Processing Clerk

Canada Post
11.2023 - Current

Actor/BG Performer

Self-Employed
01.2016 - Current

Materials Handler

Sears Pacific Cross Dock
06.2015 - 12.2015

TESOL English Teacher

Jinju School District, South Korea
10.2014 - 04.2015

Delivery and Installation Technician

Tower Fitness Equipment
05.2013 - 10.2014

Kinesiologist / Personal Trainer

Self-Employed
10.2008 - 10.2014

Shipping/Receiving

H Y Louie Co Ltd
08.2008 - 12.2008

Rehabilitation Specialist

Karp Fitness and Rehabilitation
07.2007 - 08.2008

Facility Supervisor and Personal Trainer

Lifeworks Health Systems
10.2006 - 07.2007

BSc. - Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology

Simon Fraser University
Dan Pickering