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James Klatt

Kelowna

Summary


Professional laborer with hands-on experience and readiness for demanding tasks. Skilled in operating machinery, handling materials, and maintaining safety standards. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to changing work conditions. Reliable and results-driven, with keen ability to support team objectives and productivity.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laborer

Evolve Earth Works
10.2021 - Current
  • Operated heavy machinery and tools to execute site preparation and earthmoving tasks efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain job site safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Assisted in project planning by preparing work areas and coordinating material deliveries.
  • Monitored progress of projects, providing feedback to supervisors for continuous improvement.
  • Led small teams in executing complex tasks, ensuring quality standards met throughout projects.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.

Vineyard Laborer

Kitsch Winery
03.2018 - 05.2019
  • Operated vineyard equipment for planting, pruning, and harvesting grapes.
  • Assisted in maintaining vineyard health through regular inspections and disease management practices.
  • Conducted quality assessments of grape clusters to ensure optimal harvest timing.
  • Implemented efficient irrigation strategies to enhance vine growth and yield consistency.
  • Coordinated workflow among crews to improve productivity during peak seasons.
  • Provided support during the bottling process ensuring that products were packaged correctly while meeting all quality standards required by industry regulations.
  • Aided in efficient harvests through timely grape sorting, destemming, and crushing processes.
  • Promoted healthy vine growth with regular suckering, shoot positioning, and leaf removal tasks.
  • Communicated effectively with vineyard managers and supervisors to ensure a seamless workflow and address any issues or concerns promptly.
  • Offered assistance with various vineyard improvement projects such as planting new vines or establishing better drainage systems thus increasing overall land value over time.
  • Improved vineyard productivity by diligently pruning and thinning grapevines.
  • Reduced pest damage by monitoring for signs of infestation and implementing organic control methods.

Education

GED -

George Elliot Secondary School
Winfield,BC
06-2007

Skills

  • Willingness to learn
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety awareness
  • Heavy lifting
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Job site safety
  • Material handling
  • Repetitive work
  • Safety procedures
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Landscaping
  • Tool retrieval
  • Ditch digging

Languages

English

Certification

Asbestos training certificate Level 2

Fork Lift Operator Certificate


Timeline

Laborer

Evolve Earth Works
10.2021 - Current

Vineyard Laborer

Kitsch Winery
03.2018 - 05.2019

GED -

George Elliot Secondary School
James Klatt