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Derek Warwaruk

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

Adept at enhancing operational efficiency, I leveraged attention to detail and heavy lifting skills at Crenz Concrete to ensure projects, including the new Rogers Arena in Edmonton, were completed on time and within budget. My commitment to safety and continuous learning drove success in varied roles, from laborer to general manager, across reputable companies. I also possess Level 1 First Aid Certification,

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Labourer

Dollars & Cents Bottle Sorting Facility
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas. Safe operation of forklift for many of these tasks,
  • Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.

General Contractor

Van Isle Firewood
09.2018 - 06.2023

Responsible for all aspects of a firewood cutting business, including driving and maintaining a company truck with dump box, safe operation of a firewood processor and excavator, chainsaws, and wood splitters.


Safe delivery to customers homes, maintain good customer relations, handled hundreds of dollars in cash at a time with no issues.

General Manager

Crenz Concrete
05.2014 - 09.2018

Responsible for all aspects of running a polished concrete floor business, This included, but not limited to, working directly with the General Contractor and Project Manager to complete projects on time and within budget, hiring, firing and training staff, maintaining equipment, and planning logistics for multiple projects, including the new Rogers Arena in Edmonton.

Subcontract Flooring Installer

Dave Morton (Valley Floors Carpet One)
03.2009 - 05.2014
  • Installed carpet, laminate and vinyl flooring for multiple residential and commercial clients.
  • Cut and trimmed flooring to fit around obstacles and within tight spaces.
  • Maintained clean job sites by disposing of debris responsibly and organizing tools for efficient workflow.
  • Utilized saws, nail guns and routers to safely complete flooring installation projects.

Education

High School Diploma -

Max Cameron Senior Seconday
Powell River, BC
06.1990

Skills

  • Willingness to learn
  • Attention to Detail
  • Safety awareness
  • Heavy Lifting

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Labourer

Dollars & Cents Bottle Sorting Facility
10.2023 - 06.2024

General Contractor

Van Isle Firewood
09.2018 - 06.2023

General Manager

Crenz Concrete
05.2014 - 09.2018

Subcontract Flooring Installer

Dave Morton (Valley Floors Carpet One)
03.2009 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

Max Cameron Senior Seconday
Derek Warwaruk