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Riley Turner

Toronto

Summary

Smart professional demonstrating talents in leadership. Exemplary interpersonal skills matched with a fine attention to detail when working. Safety-oriented and well trained to follow emergency protocols.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Furniture Studio Monitor

Sheridan College
09.2022 - 04.2024
  • Enhanced studio efficiency by organizing and maintaining equipment.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and scheduling techniques.
  • Maintained a safe and clean studio environment, adhering to industry standards and regulations.

Cabinet Maker

Gravelle Woodworking
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges and handles.
  • Repaired cabinets and cabinet parts.
  • Blueprint design understanding
  • Developed and retained excellent tool and machinery skill to produce consistent, top-quality work.
  • Adjusted workflow and materials to meet production deadlines, coordinating additional resources to meet challenging timelines.
  • Construction of custom cabinetry to meet clients exact specifications

Sales Associate

Urban Barn
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Helped clients with design queres and selection of items
  • Walked clients through Urban Barns made to order furniture and ran orders through their point of sale system
  • Received stock, organized and restocked the store front.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.

Head Lifeguard

YMCA of Northern Alberta
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Observed recreational users to proactively stop medical emergencies and prevent ongoing violations
  • Responsible for maintaining proficiency in first responder skills such as First
  • Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly
  • Performed employee audits to offer coaching and feedback on their life saving techniques
  • Monitored safety of all guests in and around the swimming pool.

Manager on Duty

YMCA of Northern Alberta
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support while maintaining composure and professionalism
  • Initiated plans to improve customer relations, quality standards and service efficiency
  • Conducted continuous reviews of accounts, procedures and personnel to optimize processes and improve performance
  • Hired and trained new employees , demonstrating best methods for assisting clients and guests
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations

Swim Instructor Team Lead

YMCA of Northern Alberta
01.2017 - 08.2020
  • Taught students pool and water safety guidelines
  • Taught water safety practices and lifesaving measures, including lifesaving kicks and strokes at every class to prevent accidents
  • Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons
  • Tracked students progress and gave constructive feedback for skills requiring improvement
  • Introduced games and drills, which helped students to better develop skill levels.

Lifeguard

YMCA of Northern Alberta
12.2016 - 08.2020
  • Scanned the entire pool every 15 seconds and skimmed obstacles, including toys and trash, that could hinder line of sight or present a hazard to patrons
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress
  • Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness
  • Completed basic maintenance and repairs to keep pools functioning properly
  • Prevented falls near and into the pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges
  • Detailed factors such as incidents and ain rendered in daily reports to management

Head Swim Coach

YMCA of Northern Alberta
10.2019 - 06.2020
  • Establishes clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress
  • Increased swimmers strength, agility and meet skills through successful practices
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength through diverse training methods
  • Cultivated a strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition
  • Taught students pool and water safety guidelines.

Education

Honors Bachelors of Craft And Design - Furniture Design And Manufacturing

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville
04.2024

Skills

  • Standard First Aid Certified
  • AED Certified
  • CPR - C Certified
  • National Lifeguard Certified
  • Detail-oriented
  • Repair
  • Cleaning
  • Organization
  • Time Management

Additional Information

Worked for professors into summer of 2023 finishing off a large scale furniture installation at a Thunder Bay Public Library. This work was evaluated at a price point of $100 000 and was given to the library as a donation. The processes involved for this work were demanding and incredibly fulfilling.

Timeline

Furniture Studio Monitor

Sheridan College
09.2022 - 04.2024

Cabinet Maker

Gravelle Woodworking
06.2022 - 09.2022

Sales Associate

Urban Barn
06.2021 - 09.2021

Head Swim Coach

YMCA of Northern Alberta
10.2019 - 06.2020

Head Lifeguard

YMCA of Northern Alberta
08.2019 - 08.2020

Manager on Duty

YMCA of Northern Alberta
08.2019 - 08.2020

Swim Instructor Team Lead

YMCA of Northern Alberta
01.2017 - 08.2020

Lifeguard

YMCA of Northern Alberta
12.2016 - 08.2020

Honors Bachelors of Craft And Design - Furniture Design And Manufacturing

Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

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