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Joseph Morrison

Edmonton,Ab

Summary

Dedicated and forward-thinking professional aspiring to enhance current skill sets and educational achievements in preparation for post-graduation career opportunities. Proven track record of contributing to warehouse operations through meticulous record-keeping and comprehensive shipment inspections. Adept at assessing products, managing paperwork, and coordinating movements within warehouse premises. Well-versed in equipment operation and proactive in addressing maintenance needs. Motivated individual with a diverse background in sales, customer service, and construction, seeking to enhance professional and educational capabilities for future career growth. Skilled in efficiently managing tasks in dynamic settings, with a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration. Organized and reliable, I excel at handling multiple priorities with a positive outlook and am eager to take on additional responsibilities to contribute to team objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Skilled Laborer

Sureway Construction Group Ltd
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule, ensuring high-quality results and client satisfaction.
  • Maintained safe work environments by following established safety protocols and regularly inspecting equipment for potential hazards.
  • Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
  • Projects:
  • Discovery Park ~ July 2023 - August 26th - Pipe Layer helper for the water ditch, ensuring pipes are correctly cleaned, soaped, and seated. Shaped concrete collars and thrust block for hydrant valves and Tees.
  • William Hawrelak Park Rehabilitation Project ~ April 2023 - July 2023 - Contributed to the installation of pressurized pipes and associated fittings such as valves, tees, bends, and hydrants. - Collaborated closely with pipe layers, handling tasks such as pipe cleaning, ensuring alignment, taking shots, checking for proper grade, and hand signaling for back will. - Aided in the placement of manholes, catch basins, and related structures. - Managed on-site material movement and efficiently loaded and unloaded tools and equipment. - Spearheaded the connection of high-max's for waterline, and adhered to site-specific guidelines when pouring concrete collars and thrust blocks. - Demonstrated expertise in using Plate Tampers and Jumping Jacks. - Safely navigated in and out of excavations and trenches using ladders. - Delivered consistent high-quality work in challenging outdoor conditions. - Supported the foreman/supervisor by executing assigned tasks promptly.
  • Sil Industrial Minerals: Winter Maintenance ~ November 2nd, 2022- April: Cutting and benching manholes- Helping install concrete pipe (ranging in size from 650-950mm)- Assisting in backfill and performing various labor related tasks.- Setting up, operating, and dismantling of 2" submersibles, 3” trash pumps, 4-6” pumps, and hydraulic sludge pumps involving an Hitachi Long-Stick Track Hoe.- Operate loader to compensate for staffing shortage when required.- Showcased skills in manhole cutting and benching, and played a pivotal role in installing concrete pipes (sizes between 650-950mm)
  • Nutrien Gyp Stack Reclamation 2022 Project Phase 1 - September 2022-November 1st 2022: Assisted the Sewing Crew in laying and sewing Geotextile Fabric to encase perforated pipe.- Assisted the Curtain Crew in lowering the sewn geotextile fabric and perforated pipe into theground for backfill.- Setting up, operating, and dismantling of 2" submersibles, 3” trash pumps, 4-6” pumps, and hydraulicsludge pumps involving an Hitachi Long-Stick Track Hoe.- Set up Job Site Light Towers/ Floodlight Towers.- Cleaned Excavator Tracks and worked safely around heavy machinery.- Help build culverts for the frequently changing roads on the jobsite.
  • Cy Becker area, and Aster Residential Services ~ July 18th 2022- September 1st 2022: Assisted as a Laborer and Pipe Layer Helper. Responsible for all waterline Hot and Cold Tapps using a B1-Tap machine. Collaborated closely with pipe layers, handling tasks such as pipe cleaning, ensuring alignment, taking shots, checking for proper grade, and hand signaling for back will. Aided in the placement of manholes, catch basins, and related structures.

Warehouse and Sales Associate

Barbecue country
03.2017 - 04.2022
  • Warehouse Associate: - Counting and organizing inventory - Scheduling and receiving shipments, operating a Forklift, and responding to order pages. - Assemble customer products (such as Barbecues, Patio heaters, Fire tablets, and Display
  • Models for the storefront. - Operate a Forklift, and push behind electric Walker, Pallet Jack, and Dolly. - Regularly lift and carry items weighing 60-150ibs. - Accompany the delivery driver on deliveries. - Load Barbecues into customer vehicles - Perform product checks for customers and staff and answer pages played on the Intercom.
  • Sales Associate: - Operating the Cash Register during times of high customer volume. - Practicing calm-responsive strategies to resolve friction in the workplace. - Help the Parts Counter by talking to and assisting customers in troubleshooting and diagnosing customers' product-related issues. - Assist customers in locating products and answering customers product related questions. - Aid company representatives of Weber, Traeger, and BroilKing, in setting up demo displays, handing out food and answering customer questions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB
04.2025

Alberta Highschool Diploma -

St. Joseph's Catholic Highschool
Edmonton, AB
06.2019

Skills

  • Adaptability to Conditions
  • Problem Solving Abilities
  • Proper Equipment Handling
  • Worksite Cleanliness Practices
  • Protective Gear Usage
  • Reliability and Punctuality
  • Environmental Compliance Awareness
  • Product Assembly
  • Forklift Operation
  • Organizational Skills, Teamwork and Communication
  • Tool Repairs
  • Computer Skills

References

  • Daniel De Oliveria, Foreman, Sureway - Nutrien Project, (780) 708-3850, Dandeoliveria@outlook.com
  • Adam Penny, Superintendent, Sureway, (780) 203-2374, Adam.penny@sureway.ca
  • Aaron Easton, Foreman, Sureway Construction, (780) 916-9937
  • Cameron Mitchell, Store Owner, Barbecue Country, (780) 293-0113, Cameron@barbecuecountry.com

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

WHMIS 2015

CSTS 2020

Brandt Certified Forklift Operator

Timeline

Skilled Laborer

Sureway Construction Group Ltd
07.2022 - 09.2023

Warehouse and Sales Associate

Barbecue country
03.2017 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

MacEwan University

Alberta Highschool Diploma -

St. Joseph's Catholic Highschool
Joseph Morrison