Denislav Ganev
Burnaby,Canada
Summary
Practical lifegaurd with well-honed supervisory skills. Certified in CPR and AED. Reliable and safety-minded with exceptional customer service when assisting guests. Remains poised and grounded in stressful situations. Experienced candidate with passion for verifying safety and security of all individuals within area of responsibility. Hardworking individual with excellent eye for detail and in-depth knowledge of emergency situation protocols and procedures. Natural problem-solver with keen ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level serving position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
City of Burnaby
03.2018 - 07.2024
- Responsible for the safety of all persons in or near the pool.
- Leading pool programs in a safe and professional manner.
- Perform duties including, checking pool area, monitoring the general operation and cleanliness of the pool facility, providing instruction in aquatic programs and adapted aquatic exercise, organizing equipment and maintaining an inventory of first aid and pool equipment.
- Enforce public health and safety regulations in compliance with applicable standards.
- Instruct Red Cross swimming lessons to all age groups kids (3 to 16).
- Prepare and maintain records and reports related to kids’ development as necessary.
- Answer and act on public enquiries, questions and complaints.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Engine Cadet
BC Ferries
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Worked aboard the Queen of Oak Bay a 140-meter, 6,969-ton RO/RO vessel (two MaK 12M551AK engines that turn out 11,860 horsepower / 8,840 kW and up to 311 vehicles and 1494 passengers and crew) sailing in the coastal waters of British Columbia, Canada.
- Assisted in engine room watchkeeping.
- Performed maintenance, cleaning, and minor repairs.
- Aided licensed engineers with various tasks (starting generators, starting main engines, synchronizing generators, cleaning sea strainers, bunkering, boiler water test, crankcase/camshaft inspection, changing LO and air handling unit filters, etc.).
- Followed safety procedures and protocols.
- Managed inventory and supplies.
- Documented engine room operations (doing rounds).
- Participated in safety drills and exercises.
- Developed teamwork and communication skills.
Automotive Service Technician
Carter GM Car Dealership Burnaby
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Performed preventative maintenance including steering, braking, tires, etc.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Automotive Service Technician
Coastal Ford Sales Burnaby
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Performed preventative maintenance including steering, braking, tires, etc.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Automotive Service Technician
Audi Dealership Burnaby
04.2019 - 05.2019
- Performed preventative maintenance including steering, braking, tires, etc.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
Swim Coach
Dynamo Swim Club, Burnaby
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Coached youth aged 3 to 13 for competitive swim team and oversaw participation in multiple events annually.
- Designed aquatic programs for children with disabilities, promoting water enjoyment and peer inclusivity.
- Participated in the organization of the team during swim meets.
- Demonstrated all swimming strokes and observed athletes carefully to correct technique and form.
- Challenged athletes by consistently using positive reinforcement and gentle criticism.
Newspaper Carrier
Postmedia Network Inc, The Burnaby Now newspapers
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Provided bi-weekly door-to-door newspaper delivery for community updates
- Planned daily rounds and determined most efficient way to distribute newspapers.
- Assembled and bagged newspapers prior to delivery.
Education
Marine Engineering Cadet Diploma Program - Marine Engineering
British Columbia Institute of Technology – Marine Campus
265 W Esplanade, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A512.2026
High School Diploma -
Moscrop Secondary School
Burnaby, BC06.2020
Skills
- Trilingual (English, Bulgarian, French)
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Outgoing
- Passionate and Hardworking
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Team Player
- Ability to Work Under Pressure and Multitask
- Fast Learner
- Customer Service Skills
- Ownership and Problem-Solving
Certification
- Occupational First Aid Level 3
- Red Cross Water Safety Instructor WSI
- Lifesaving Society Instructor – DEGB10
- National Lifeguard – Pool – DEGB10
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft
- STCW Marine Advanced First Aid
- STCW Oil & Chemical Tanker Familiarization
- Pleasure Craft Operators Certificate
- Food Safe
- STCW Ship Personnel with Designated
- WHMIS
Volunteer Experience
- C.G. Brown Memorial Pool, Volunteer Instructor, 12/2018, Enhanced children's swimming skills while gaining lifeguard and swim instructor knowledge. Engaged in different activities and games to make swimming a fun experience for the kids. Forged positive relationships with departmental staff, the public, and Leisure Services personnel. Establish ability to work independently and in a team.
- Dynamo swim club, Volunteer Instructor, 2016, 2018, Acquired proficiency in teaching swimming to children aged 4-10. Supported children with disabilities in swim classes. Maintained effective, courteous communication with the public and staff.
- Bulgarian Heritage Language School & Folklore Society, 2014, 2016, Provided support in organizing events such as Christmas Concert, Euro Festival. Helped with selling tickets for the events, cleaning and managing. Helped kindergarten class teachers with small kids to stay focus for prolonged periods of time.
Hobbies and Interests
- Swimming
- Scouts - 18th Seymour – North Vancouver
- Soccer - U11, Cliff Avenue United
- Outdoors
- Biking – love the 30 km Rice lake trail in North Vancouver
- Camping and traveling. Exploring new places and meeting new people.
- Fishing & snowboarding
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Engine Cadet
BC Ferries
09.2021 - 01.2022
Automotive Service Technician
Coastal Ford Sales Burnaby
06.2019 - 07.2019
Automotive Service Technician
Audi Dealership Burnaby
04.2019 - 05.2019
Automotive Service Technician
Carter GM Car Dealership Burnaby
11.2018 - 12.2019
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
City of Burnaby
03.2018 - 07.2024
Swim Coach
Dynamo Swim Club, Burnaby
01.2017 - 01.2018
Newspaper Carrier
Postmedia Network Inc, The Burnaby Now newspapers
01.2011 - 01.2013
Marine Engineering Cadet Diploma Program - Marine Engineering
British Columbia Institute of Technology – Marine Campus
High School Diploma -
Moscrop Secondary School
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