MELISSA STASIUK
Ardrossan
Summary
I am a goal oriented individual with the curiosity to continue learning. I can manage multiple tasks provided and work in a fast paced environment while maintaining an efficient and organized approach. I problem solve proactively, and ensure to maintain clear communication.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Shumka Summer Dance Camps
- Responsible for organizing group activates
- Organizing group crafts
- Assisting with teaching dance to approximately 80 children aged 9-17
Poll Clerk
Elections Canada
- Tracking and recording of votes
- Registering voters to voter lists
- Counting of ballots
- Answering voter questions and concerns
Deputy Returning Officer
Elections Canada
- Ensures polls open and close at the correct times
- Manage ballots and ballot boxes, maintaining confidentiality
- Completed appropriate paperwork for voters
- Assisted with voter questions
Customer Service Associate
Lowes/Rona
04.2020 - Current
- Assisting customers with their household needs in various departments such as flooring, paint, lumber, hardware, and seasonal
- Maintained high levels of product knowledge
- Ability to use the narrow aisle reach truck
- Ability to use an order picker
- Ability to use a forklift
- Experience planning installs
Research Assistant
Concordia University of Edmonton
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Recorded and analyzed data.
- Attended various meetings with proper knowledge organized for completion of goals.
- Supported grant writing efforts, securing essential funding research projects.
- Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
- Acquired the skills to use 3D printers, both resin and plastic machines.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment and process issues.
- Monitored project timelines, ensuring timely completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality results.
Sales Specialist
Lowes/Rona
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Managing a due file and customer orders
- Maximizing sales to fit customer needs
- Ensuring the department is stocked and priced properly
Server
The Italian Cultural Center
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Serving food
- Washing dishes
- Prepping and cleaning off tables
- Events worked ranged from large banquets to smaller dinner parties
Education
Environmental Science Intro
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, Sustainable Earth Resources
Concordia University of Edmonton
Edmonton, AB12-2027
High School Diploma -
Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High School
Ardrossan, AB06-2020
Skills
- Creative and innovative
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Always pay strong attention to detail
- Highly developed organizational skills
- Always willing to help others and offer guidance and direction
- Efficient in completing any task given
- Physically active
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Microsoft office proficiency
Accomplishments
- Delivered a poster presentation at the Canadian Hydrogen Convention ( April 2024)
- Published an article (August 6, 2024) co-authored by Dr. Sergey Ishutov on the effects of energy consumption on climate change. https://greenswrm.com/energy-future-and-climate-change/
Awards
- Academic Honors in high school
- 20 Years of Ukrainian Dance: Best Mixed Duet Award and many others
- Ardrossan Archery Team: MVP Award
- Black Belt in Taekwondo with Valley Taekwondo
Languages
English
Timeline
Research Assistant
Concordia University of Edmonton
01.2023 - 04.2024
Customer Service Associate
Lowes/Rona
04.2020 - Current
Sales Specialist
Lowes/Rona
04.2020 - 08.2022
Server
The Italian Cultural Center
10.2019 - 02.2020
Volunteer
Shumka Summer Dance Camps
Poll Clerk
Elections Canada
Deputy Returning Officer
Elections Canada
Environmental Science Intro
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science, Sustainable Earth Resources
Concordia University of Edmonton
High School Diploma -
Ardrossan Jr. Sr. High School
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