Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Karina Warren

Summary

Certified Heavy Equipment Operator with 4 months of course training. Knowledgeable in a wide range of machinery.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Labourer/Operator

Basin Contracting LTD
Elmsdale, Nova Scotia
06.2025 - Current
  • Maintained and operated heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Coordinated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency on-site.
  • Executed tasks following supervisor guidelines to maintain project timelines.

Cashier

Riverbreeze Corn Maze Farm
09.2021 - Current
  • Welcomed customers and assessed their needs to provide tailored assistance.
  • Greeted customers and addressed their needs and concerns effectively.
  • Processed cash register and credit/debit card transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided customers with bracelets and tickets to access attractions.
  • Completed daily cleaning duties to ensure cleanliness and organization.
  • Supervised attractions and cared for animals to ensure visitor safety.

Lifeguard/Team Lead

Rath Eastlink Community Center
08.2021 - Current
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through courteous greetings and prompt issue resolution.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Managed emergency situations swiftly, ensuring safety and well-being of all guests.
  • Performed routine cleaning and maintenance tasks around the pool area.
  • Making sure chem and PH levels are where they should be by performing tests multiple times a day.

Swimming Instructor

Rath Eastlink Community Center
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Ensured safety and control of class by keeping children within arm's reach during flotation exercises.
  • Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
  • Prepared and organized equipment for each class, ensuring proper storage after sessions.
  • Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
  • Documented strengths and weaknesses of each child to monitor progress and tailor instruction.
  • Taught children about the importance of water safety and skills in or around water.
  • Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
  • Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.

Screen Maker

Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Operated cutting equipment and machinery to manufacture high-quality screens.
  • Entering the correct orders into the rolling machine to ensure it cuts the proper measurements.
  • Assembled screens using precision techniques to ensure proper fit and function.

Babysitter

Private Care
05.2019 - 02.2024
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up playroom.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces, promoting health and hygiene for children.
  • Bathed, dressed, and assisted with teeth brushing during bedtime preparation.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared meals for young children.
  • Assisted with homework assignments to enhance understanding of subjects.
  • Companion for child with mild autism.

Food Counter Attendant

Rath Eastlink Community Center
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Resolved guest complaints and issues to enhance overall satisfaction.
  • Maintained clean and safe workstation while adhering to all food safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Prepared and served food to patrons, ensuring quality and presentation standards.
  • Processed customer orders and accurately entered into order system.
  • Processed sales transactions using POS system.
  • Processed customer orders and entered them accurately into order system to ensure efficient service.
  • Cleaned and maintained dining area and condiment stations.
  • Prepared and assembled food items for patrons in a timely manner.

Education

Road Builders Association Program - Familiarization With Different Equipment

Commercial Safety College
Masstown, NS

Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader, Dozer, Backhoe And Excavator

Commercial Safety College
Masstown, NS

High School Diploma -

Cobequid Educational Center
Truro, NS

No Degree - French Language And Literature

Ecole Acadienne De Truro
Truro, NS

Skills

  • Fall Protection
  • Lockout, tagout
  • Confined Spaces
  • Forklift familiarization
  • Skid Steer familiarization
  • Truck and Trailer Familiarization
  • Water safety
  • Incident reporting
  • Time management skills
  • Adaptability
  • Clear communication
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Intermediate First aid Certification
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • Swimming Instructor Certification
  • WHMIS Certification
  • Food Handlers Certification
  • Excavator Operator Certification
  • Backhoe Operator Certification
  • Loader Operator Certification
  • Dozer Operator Certification
  • Traffic Control Person Certification

Languages

  • English
  • French

Timeline

Labourer/Operator

Basin Contracting LTD
06.2025 - Current

Screen Maker

Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems
07.2024 - 01.2025

Swimming Instructor

Rath Eastlink Community Center
01.2024 - 08.2025

Cashier

Riverbreeze Corn Maze Farm
09.2021 - Current

Lifeguard/Team Lead

Rath Eastlink Community Center
08.2021 - Current

Food Counter Attendant

Rath Eastlink Community Center
05.2021 - 02.2022

Babysitter

Private Care
05.2019 - 02.2024

Road Builders Association Program - Familiarization With Different Equipment

Commercial Safety College

Heavy Equipment Operator - Loader, Dozer, Backhoe And Excavator

Commercial Safety College

High School Diploma -

Cobequid Educational Center

No Degree - French Language And Literature

Ecole Acadienne De Truro
Karina Warren