Garrett Parsons
Kitchener,Ontario
Summary
Mature individual offering a transferable skill set complimentary to the job position requirements. Adapts easily to new situations, company cultures, and work processes. Honest and ethical employee eager to be considered for an open position with the company.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Trainer
Crunch Fitness
Cambridge, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Built and established relationships with members and guests to help in pursuit of fitness goals.
- Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
- Explained and demonstrated fitness and conditioning techniques and movements.
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
- Explained and taught proper use of weights, exercise bands and other fitness equipment.
- Researched new training methods, trends, and equipment to stay up-to-date on industry standards.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
Founder
KW Mowing
Cambridge, ON
05.2023 - Current
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Installed outdoor lighting systems to enhance the nighttime appearance of landscapes.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
Construction Labourer
Finnbilt General Contracting
Stratford, ON
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Assisted in constructing roads, bridges and other infrastructure projects to respond to economic, fiscal and environmental changes.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
Property Restoration Technician
Winmar Restoration
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Cleaned and restored interiors of homes damaged by fire, water or smoke, using commercial cleaning equipment
- Placed fans and dehumidifiers in strategic room locations to remove moisture from carpet, air and upholstery.
- Inspected damaged properties and contents to prepare job action plan.
- Worked safely in disaster environment by adhering to company and quality procedures.
- Lifted and shouldered heavy objects and worked long hours in variable weather conditions.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
Loader
Lowe's
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Packed product carefully to avoid damages and maintain load stability for driver safety.
- Prevented shifting and damage through consistent use of defined loading patterns.
- Received merchandise and transferred to stock area.
- Carried and unloaded heavy items to warehouse.
- Reviewed bills of lading, packing lists and labels to verify correct data and maintain accurate shipping records.
- Answered phones and resolved customer issues and complaints.
- Offered customers information about products, services, prices and special offers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with fast, knowledgeable service.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
General Laborer
Royal City Warehouse
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted with clean-up, final touches and other site finish work.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, preparing and moving project materials.
- Reported incidents and hazardous conditions to appropriate supervisors.
- Assisted with accurate recordkeeping by reporting damaged and incorrect products.
- Kept workspaces, equipment and vehicles clean and well-maintained.
- Contributed to smooth processing of incoming trailers, unloading most trucks within an hour and a half.
- Kept storage areas, display cases and sales aisles clean with regular attention.
- Moved heavy loads with pallet jacks, hand carts and reach trucks.
- Prepared items for storage, sales and shipment with proper staging and tagging.
Education
Certificate - Construction Techniques
Conestoga College
Cambridge, ON04.2023
High School Diploma -
Jacob Hespeler Secondary School
Cambridge, ON06.2022
Skills
- Team Support
- Task Initiative
- Creativity
- Positive Attitude
- Complex problem-solving
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Communication
- Punctuality and Work Ethic
- Organization Skills
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Warehouse Operations
- Decision Making
- Equipment Operation
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Team Collaboration
- Willing to Learn
- First Aid Certification
- Remodels and New Construction
Certification
- Standard First Aid & CPR with AED, Vital signs - 2022
- Certified Forklift Operator, Liftoff Certifications- 2022
- Working at Heights Training - 2023
- WHMIS 2015 Training - 2023
- Nasm PT Certified-2024
- Naloxone Certified-2024
- Non Restricted and Restricted Firearms Licenses-2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Crunch Fitness
09.2024 - Current
Construction Labourer
Finnbilt General Contracting
08.2023 - 11.2023
Property Restoration Technician
Winmar Restoration
06.2023 - 08.2023
Founder
KW Mowing
05.2023 - Current
Loader
Lowe's
10.2021 - 05.2023
General Laborer
Royal City Warehouse
03.2021 - 09.2022
Certificate - Construction Techniques
Conestoga College
High School Diploma -
Jacob Hespeler Secondary School
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