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Lincoln Connor

Victoria,British Columbia

Summary

An honest individual that dealt with consistent adversity, while growing up in a blue-collared family that took pride solely on loyalty and hard work. Friendly to all and willing to do whatever it takes to succeed, whether that is on an ice rink, in a classroom, or at the workplace. A wide-variety of skills and an eagerness to learn.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Labourer

Viking Properties
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Sawmill Worker

Tolko
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Trained newly hired employees on machine operations and control set ups to establish future success, while explaining safety procedures to prevent injuries.
  • Maximized efficiency by removing safety hazards and debris from work areas.
  • Monitored machines and made appropriate adjustments for speed control and wood feeds, which boosted production of quality lumber products.
  • Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings and maintain desired tension and speeds.
  • Followed strict safety guidelines, while wearing proper PPE.
  • Kept equipment running by clearing jams using pike poles and prybars.
  • Determined proper settings for the bin sort and stacker equipment to manufacture lumber goods.
  • Implemented unique ways to throw strips to maintain a fast pace, while remaining safe. This technique helped my part of the mill achieve a record that stands to this day. 265 lifts in one shift. I threw strips for the entirety of the shift, including my breaks, in our prosperous attempt to shatter the previous record of 247.
  • Worked overtime every single workday, as well as some weekends and did not miss one single shift throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.

Labourer/Plumber's Helper

AFM Utility Services LTD
03.2015 - 07.2021
  • Casual fill in part-time labour reading water meters, assisting in septic tank installs, pipe-fitting, locating pipes, shoveling, and general labour.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Used couplings, clamps and screws to assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings.
  • Drilled and cut holes in walls and floors to accommodate passage of pipes.

Labourer/Framer's Helper

SilverRock Land Corp/Winn and Sons General Contractors
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests and available inventories.
  • Used nail guns, saws and grinders safely and without incident.
  • Cut, measured and shaped wood using after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
  • Examined wood, work areas and supplies for defects and damage prior to completing projects to determine accurate timelines and prices of projects.
  • Efficiently met deadlines under weather and time constraints.
  • Cleaned work areas, machines and equipment to maintain clean and safe job site.
  • Boosted team performance by collecting debris, extra materials and tools to keep work areas clean and organized.
  • Set up and broke down scaffolding, shoring and other support systems to meet project requirements.
  • One of three out of 20 plus employees from SilverRock Chuck brought along to start Winn and Sons.

Labourer/Arborist Assistant

Talon Tree Service
06.2014 - 05.2019
  • Assisted arborist in falling trees, chipping branches, pruning trees, mowing lawns, weed whacking, raking, and general clean up.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
  • Removed and disposed of undesirable and dead limbs.
  • Performed basic tree pruning, watering, and fertilizing.
  • Cut back and trimmed bushes and hedges to support well-designed landscapes.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.

Labourer/Arborist Assistant

Scott's Tree Service
07.2017 - 09.2018
  • Assisted arborist in falling trees, chipping branches, raking, and general clean up.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
  • Removed and disposed of undesirable and dead limbs.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Performed basic tree pruning, watering, and fertilizing.

Hockey School Assistant

GVMHA Summer Hockey School
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Instructed minor hockey players, ages 5-13, at summer camps for three weeks out of three consecutive years.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.

Nanny

Ellen Connor
06.2015 - 08.2016
  • Provided full-time childcare for summer months to an infant, before returning home to work at the hockey school.
  • Supported child in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kalamalka Secondary School
Vernon, BC
06.2019

Business

University of Victoria
Victoria, BC

Skills

  • Superior Work Ethic
  • Loyalty
  • Team Player
  • Positive Attitude
  • Safety Awareness
  • Warm and Friendly
  • Natural Leadership
  • Physical Agility and Coordination
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Attention to Detail
  • Job Site Cleanup
  • Situational Awareness

References

Work References:

Doug Fleck
Owner of Talon Tree Service
(778) 212-3322

Chuck Winn
President of Winn and Sons General Contractors
(250) 558-8537

Character References:

Trent Backus
President of Double Barrel Industries
(250) 253-6609

Kathy Apps
CEO of Mountain View Reload
(604) 316-2155

Timeline

Labourer

Viking Properties
06.2022 - 08.2023

Sawmill Worker

Tolko
03.2020 - 08.2021

Labourer/Framer's Helper

SilverRock Land Corp/Winn and Sons General Contractors
06.2019 - 12.2019

Labourer/Arborist Assistant

Scott's Tree Service
07.2017 - 09.2018

Hockey School Assistant

GVMHA Summer Hockey School
08.2015 - 08.2017

Nanny

Ellen Connor
06.2015 - 08.2016

Labourer/Plumber's Helper

AFM Utility Services LTD
03.2015 - 07.2021

Labourer/Arborist Assistant

Talon Tree Service
06.2014 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

Kalamalka Secondary School

Business

University of Victoria
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