John Morkel
Erin,ON
Summary
A team-oriented professional with a proven track record. Excelled in roles requiring excellent communication skills, practical exposure, and coaching. Skilled in adaptability and agile methodologies, consistently achieving targets and fostering positive outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Laborer
North American Construction Ontario
11.2022 - 11.2024
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in setting up and dismantling concrete forms and frameworks.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve timely completion of projects, meeting client deadlines and expectations.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
Missions Intern
The Mission
04.2021 - 09.2022
- De-escalated and resolved conflicts between local peoples and missionary representatives.
- Taught local peoples skills to improve living conditions.
- Trained 5-10 new missionaries on effectively living a missional lifestyle and in community.
- Gave talks in Small Groups to promote faith, compassion and encourage volunteerism.
- Assisted war-time areas in Ukraine. Providing care for refugees, families, and children.
Skilled Labourer
Addaline Asphalt Maintenance
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems..
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
- Provide roadside work on major streets and community.
- Restore and Repair paved roads
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
Server
Chop Meadowvale Steakhouse & Bar
02.2016 - 10.2020
- Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.
- Supervised restocking of salad bar and buffet for lunch and dinner service.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays and delivery bags.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Checked identification for minimum age for sale of alcoholic beverages.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.
Soccer Coach
SoccerShots
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Boosted performance of individual kids by devising strategic personal training programs.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
- Promoted love of game by assisting kids with understanding positioning, play techniques and teamwork strategies..
Builder
Touch-Wood Customs
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Coordinated paperwork and inspections required for each type of building to keep workflows running smoothly and to avoid backlog.
- Identified and eliminated safety risks through additional training.
- Investigated and resolved construction problems with diverse trades.
- Used personal expertise and craftsmanship to complete residential and commercial renovations.
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Landscaper
Earthly Creations Landscape Design
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
- Worked with customers to develop designer landscaping plans for various budgets.
- Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
Strength Coach
Sports Specific Training
09.2013 - 10.2016
- Helped athletes set, pursue and attain individual and team goals.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
- Reviewed and improved nutritional habits of team members.
- Led daily training sessions for more than 15 high-performance athletes.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Developed and implemented programs focused on improving power, speed and endurance.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Sales Associate
Toronto Premium Outlet - Oakley
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Recommended accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Tool Rental Associate
Home Depot
04.2011 - 12.2012
- Inspected and tested tools to locate worn and damaged parts and malfunctions.
- Supplied information about rental items to inform customers of tool availability and operation.
- Executed sales and marketing initiatives to increase revenue for company.
- Resolved customer disputes to maintain positive relationships and increase customer base.
- Prepared rental contracts by printing contracts, obtaining customer signatures and verifying customer identification and driver's license.
- Used POS system to compute and receive payments for rentals.
- Examined, received and tagged tools to be cleaned, stored and repaired.
- Accommodated last minute requests to address needs of guests, achieving top guest satisfaction and repeat business.
Education
Master of Arts - Theology
McMaster University
Hamilton 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Canada Christian College
Toronto05.2018
College Diploma - Fitness And Health Promotion
Humber College
Toronto04.2012
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Mississauga06.2009
Timeline
Concrete Laborer
North American Construction Ontario
11.2022 - 11.2024
Missions Intern
The Mission
04.2021 - 09.2022
Skilled Labourer
Addaline Asphalt Maintenance
10.2020 - 03.2021
Soccer Coach
SoccerShots
06.2020 - 09.2020
Builder
Touch-Wood Customs
01.2018 - 12.2018
Server
Chop Meadowvale Steakhouse & Bar
02.2016 - 10.2020
Landscaper
Earthly Creations Landscape Design
08.2015 - 02.2018
Strength Coach
Sports Specific Training
09.2013 - 10.2016
Sales Associate
Toronto Premium Outlet - Oakley
08.2013 - 08.2014
Tool Rental Associate
Home Depot
04.2011 - 12.2012
Master of Arts - Theology
McMaster University
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Canada Christian College
College Diploma - Fitness And Health Promotion
Humber College
High School Diploma -
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
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