Marina Barker
Calgary,AB
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ground Crew
Exploron Corporation
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Seasonal Employee responsible for working with a small group to maintain 10 acres of land.
- Ensure adherence to holistic and sustainable practices.
- Lawn maintenance including: mowing, trimming, laying sod and fertilizing
- Working to ensure successful pest and weed management with the use of no pesticide and herbicides.
- Operating machinery: ride on lawn mowers, push mowers, trimmers and blowers, truck and trailer
- Maintain water features including assisting with irrigation system, pond upkeep and cleaning.
- Maintaining greenhouse plants.
- Planting of annuals and perennials.
- Care for ornamental and native trees including tree removal and hauling away logs.
- Weeding and fertilizing gardens.
- Watering pots, urns and gardens as directed.
- Detailing vehicles and equipment including weekly vehicle maintenance.
- Maintain constructive and productive relationships with coworkers
- Following all other tasks, procedures and guidelines given.
- Ability to problem-solve.
Student Grounds Operator
School District No. 71
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Took new instructions daily and clearly followed them to ensure the best standards were met at 20+ schools.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
- Read aerial photographs and assembled fencing as needed.
- Assisted on varying types of deliveries.
- Ensured safety for children was met.
- Upheld lawn and garden care by: Operating ride on lawn mowers and weed whackers .
- Minor irrigation adjustments
- Gardening and mulching.
Employee
Dairy Queen
02.2018 - 08.2020
- Upheld safety and sanitation standards
- Operated in a fast pace work environment while ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Food preparation and handling.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Employee
Tim Horton's
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Ensured proper customer service and care
- Cash handling
- Assisted with opening and closing operations.
Education
Bachelor in Mathematics And Education -
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB05.2025
Skills
- Fast learner
- Reliable
- Team player
- Strong work ethic
- Positive attitude
- Lawn Care
- Landscape Maintenance
- Food Preparation and Handling
- Equipment Inspection
- Attention to Detail
- Safety regulations compliance
Languages
English
References
Professional References
Dustin Skrabek - Assistant Property Mananger
Email: skrabekd@exploroncorp.com
Phone: (587) 888-0929
Kyle Ralph - Team Lead
Email: kylehwr@gmail.com
Phone: (905) 251- 5785
Character Reference
Kaelan Leslie - Former SU Club President
Email: kaelan.leslie@ucalgary.ca
Phone: (587) 437-2099
Timeline
Ground Crew
Exploron Corporation
06.2022 - 09.2023
Student Grounds Operator
School District No. 71
06.2021 - 08.2021
Employee
Dairy Queen
02.2018 - 08.2020
Employee
Tim Horton's
02.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor in Mathematics And Education -
University of Calgary