Jacob Folkerts
Lake Country
Summary
As a low-time helicopter pilot, I bring enthusiasm and a solid foundation in flight operations, safety protocols, and navigation. Eager to contribute to operational efficiency and passenger safety while continuing to develop my skills. I am committed to upholding strict aviation standards and excited to begin my career.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Hand
Traine Construction
06.2024 - Current
- Instructing and organizing team members to achieve daily and weekly goals.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected issues during construction projects while minimizing delays or additional costs involved in resolving them.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
Commercial Landscaper
Suffolk Landscapes Ltd
06.2020 - 02.2024
- Worked in a crew leadership role doing large scale paving stones, irrigation and excavation.
- In charge of 1-4 laborers depending on resource distribution and and scheduling.
- Communicating with company managers and other trades to provide progress reports and feedback
General Laborer
EBK Construction
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintained Excavators, Skid Steers and other various equipment,
Coding Tutor
Kelowna, BC
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Lessons in basic computer coding software
Till Operator
Boucherie Self Storage & Bottle Depot
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Duties include: Counting and collecting bottles and cleaning the depot and storage units.
Education
Commercial Helicopter Pilot -
Okanagan Mountain Helicopters
Kelowna, BC06.2024
Advanced First Aid Ticket (OFA Level 3)
St John Ambulance
1st-year Computer Science Student -
University of British Columbia Okanagan
Kelowna, BC04.2023
High School Diploma -
Kelowna Christian School
Kelowna, BC06.2022
Skills
- Continuous Learning
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Crew Resource Management
- Dedicated to Improve
References
Jon Mattson (250) 309-3034, Chief Flight instructor, Okanagan mountain helicopters
Matthew Swannack (250) 351-4809, Flight instructor, Okanagan mountain helicopters
Scott Mitchell , (778) 792-4153, scott@suffolklandscapes.ca, Landscaping Foreman
Additional references available upon request.
Contact
Jacob.Conner.Folkerts@gmail.com,
778-822-1306,
9837 Crofton road Lake Country, BC V4V2S1
Timeline
Lead Hand
Traine Construction
06.2024 - Current
Coding Tutor
Kelowna, BC
01.2022 - 06.2022
General Laborer
EBK Construction
06.2021 - 08.2022
Commercial Landscaper
Suffolk Landscapes Ltd
06.2020 - 02.2024
Till Operator
Boucherie Self Storage & Bottle Depot
06.2019 - 09.2019
Commercial Helicopter Pilot -
Okanagan Mountain Helicopters
Advanced First Aid Ticket (OFA Level 3)
St John Ambulance
1st-year Computer Science Student -
University of British Columbia Okanagan
High School Diploma -
Kelowna Christian School
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