JAY C O O P E R
Canmore,AB
Summary
Resourceful and adaptable worker with proven expertise in plumbing and construction, backed by a Certificate III in Plumbing. Skilled in troubleshooting, teamwork, and working independently under tight deadlines. Licensed in Heavy Rigid vehicles, and machine equipment licenses, with a strong commitment to safety through First Aid. Dependable cook with experience in a fast-paced environment where cleanliness and high quality is the standard.
Overview
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Language
1
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Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardener
Jims mowing
- Mowing
- Whipper snipping
- Pruning
- Weeding
- Planting
- Edging
- Leaf blowing
- Turf care
- Part time
Line Cook
GRIZZLY PAW PUB
04.2026 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to menu specifications and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in food prep, including chopping, marinating, and assembling ingredients efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service during peak hours and improve customer satisfaction.
- Implemented proper food handling techniques to minimize waste and enhance food safety practices.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special dietary requests from customers.
Housekeeping - Hot Tub Maintenance - General Maintenance
Okanagan Premier - Big White
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Completing full departure cleans and mid-stay services to high resort standards
- Preparing rooms and properties for guest arrivals, including linen changes and amenity restocking
- Deep cleaning kitchens, sanitising bathrooms, and maintaining common areas
- Performing general property repairs and preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting plumbing, appliances, fixtures, and minor electrical issues
- Responding promptly to guest maintenance requests
- Testing and balancing hot tub water chemistry (chlorine/bromine, pH, alkalinity)
- Cleaning filters, draining and refilling tubs, and inspecting pumps and heating systems
- Conducting routine property inspections and reporting damages
- Managing tight turnaround times during peak occupancy while maintaining safety standards
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Plumber
Toner Group
07.2019 - 10.2025
- In wall Pipe installation
- Leak repairs
- Fixture installation and replacement
- Hot water service installation and maintenance
- Pressure testing
- Roof installation
- Roof repairs/leaks
- Drainage installation
- System troubleshooting
- Drain unblocking
- Fire service installations
- Gas installations and repairs
- Water mains
- Civil pits and car park drainage
- Machine operating
- Running a team of plumbers onsite
- Concrete repairs
Cook + Preparation
McDonald's
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Food preparation
- Cooking meals
- Kitchen cleaning
- Ingredient sourcing
- Team collaboration
- Health compliance
Education
Certificate III - Plumbing
Chisholm TAFE Institute
05-2024
Skills
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Team work
- Time management
- Independent
- Trouble shooting
- Hands on
- Highly motivated
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and organization
Certification
- Drivers License
- Heavy Rigid License
- Skid steer license
- Excavator License
- Working with children's
- White card
- Working at heights
- Plumbing registration
- First aid
- Pool operator level 1
Languages
English
Timeline
Line Cook
GRIZZLY PAW PUB
04.2026 - Current
Housekeeping - Hot Tub Maintenance - General Maintenance
Okanagan Premier - Big White
10.2025 - 04.2026
Plumber
Toner Group
07.2019 - 10.2025
Cook + Preparation
McDonald's
05.2018 - 09.2018
Gardener
Jims mowing
Certificate III - Plumbing
Chisholm TAFE Institute