Justin Barker
Orillia
Summary
Currently looking to obtain a passionate job with a respectful work environment also a challenging position where my skills and abilities will allow me to grow as an integral member of an effective team.
I am self-motivated, multi-skilled, and well-presented employee with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines. I have strong experience with hands on tasks in a fast-paced work environment. I am always courteous and professional with others while consistently eager to gain knowledge and learn new skills. I have exceptional communication skills and work well in a team in a growth orientated workplace.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Vegetable Farmer
Camp House Farms
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Learned how to grow different crops from seed to harvest and washing and packing practices
- Food safety standards were consistently met by adhering to proper handling procedures during harvesting, washing, packaging, and transportation processes.
- Improved soil health with targeted fertilization, and crop rotation plans.
- Enhanced farm productivity for planting, harvesting, and monitoring plant growth.
- Ensured food safety standards were consistently met by adhering to proper handling procedures during harvesting, washing, packaging, and transportation processes.
- Grew 30 + different vegetables.
Walmart Associate
Walmart
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked in the produce department, dairy, and grocery stocking shelves. full time.
- Worked carts with 30+ items on.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels were maintained.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times.
Vegetable Farmer
Bass Lake Farms
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Seed starting, bed prep, setting up irrigation, harvesting, selling at market
- Learned 10+ crop cycles and organic fertilizer use.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Groundsman
Sugar Bush Tree Service
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Fuel up saws, Assist climber with anything needed, lowered rigged branches and tree tops safely
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs as necessary.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow groundsmen to complete projects efficiently and maintain high-quality standards.
- Boosted safety on the property by identifying potential hazards and promptly addressing them.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Maximized efficiency in task completion by utilizing appropriate tools and techniques for each job.
- Completed 200+ tree removals.
Heavy Equipment Grass Mower
Private Home Owner
05.2017 - 10.2020
- Heavy machinery grass cutting 35-40 hours per week
- All time spent on 8' deck mower cutting grass.
- Maintenance for 100+ acres
- Winter Maintenance, Shoveling, salting etc…
- Reason for leaving: Moved city’s
- Managed seasonal changes in lawn care requirements, adjusting techniques and schedules accordingly.
Education
Urban Arboriculture Certificate Program -
Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
205 Humber College Blvd, Toronto, Ontario03.2018
Grade 12 Diploma -
Cawthra Park Secondary School
Mississauga, Ontario01.2015
Skills
- Dedicated
- Hard working
- Organized
- Positive attitude
- Detail oriented
- Troubleshooting
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Team player
- Learning new methods
- Flexible
- Dependable
- Reliable
- Excels under pressure
- Meets deadlines
Additional Information
Growing up in Mississauga I worked at a few grocery stores. Learned just about everything there is to learn from dairy department to cashier to grocery and eventually produce which I enjoyed the most.
References
Available upon request.
Highlightsofskillsandqualifications
- Skilled dedicated, hard working, organized employee with a positive attitude.
- Detail oriented with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
- Sound time management skills. Able to establish and meet deadlines and priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Always a team player and looking out for other employees.
- Skillful in learning new methods and procedures very quickly.
- Flexible, dependable and extremely reliable worker.
- Excels under pressure and tight deadlines.
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Vegetable Farmer
Camp House Farms
05.2024 - 10.2024
Walmart Associate
Walmart
11.2022 - 07.2023
Vegetable Farmer
Bass Lake Farms
06.2022 - 10.2022
Groundsman
Sugar Bush Tree Service
05.2021 - 11.2021
Heavy Equipment Grass Mower
Private Home Owner
05.2017 - 10.2020
Grade 12 Diploma -
Cawthra Park Secondary School
Urban Arboriculture Certificate Program -
Humber Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
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