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Sonya Whitecrowe
Heavy Equipment Operator
Thunder Bay,Canada
Summary
Professional heavy machinery operator prepared for efficient equipment handling and site management. Known for precision in operating complex machinery and ensuring job site safety. Highly reliable with strong team collaboration skills and adaptability to changing project requirements.
Overview
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1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Chi Mino Ozhitoowin
Thunder Bay, ON
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Operated heavy machinery to assist in site preparation and material handling.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs.
- Assisted senior operators with loading and unloading materials efficiently.
- Learned to perform basic equipment troubleshooting under supervision.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on schedule.
- Maintained clean and organized work area for optimal efficiency.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance operational skills and knowledge.
Utility Worker
Valard Construction
Thunder Bay, ON
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Inspected utility systems to confirm fully-functioning operation and to identify necessary repairs.
- Generated required paperwork and records related to installation, maintenance and repair of utility systems.
- Performed regular monitoring of utility systems to confirm proper functioning.
- Kept work area clean, neat, and well-stocked to maximize productivity.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Pre-Trades Construction Craft Worker
Luina - Chi Mino Ozhitoowin
Thunder Bay, ON
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with team members to meet quality standards and enhance product consistency.
- Followed safety protocols rigorously to maintain a safe work environment for all staff.
- Conducted routine equipment checks to identify maintenance needs and reduce downtime.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
No Degree - Indigenous Nurses Entry Program (INEP)
09.2016 - 04.2017
I had a wonderful opportunity to enroll in the 4 year Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BScN). This program was the entry level course to do just that.
Certification
- OTEC- Service Excellence
- Red Cross First Aid / CPR & Wilderness First Aid
- Aeronautical Restricted Operators Certificate
- CSP- Canada Specialist Program
- Workers Health and Safety Awareness in 4 steps
- ACTA- Specialist Program
- ORCKA Canoe Tripping Level 1 Certification
Awards
Co-op placement at La Verendryre Hospital
Honour Roll graduate
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator - Chi Mino Ozhitoowin
03.2026 - 05.2026
Utility Worker - Valard Construction
06.2025 - 12.2025
Pre-Trades Construction Craft Worker - Luina - Chi Mino Ozhitoowin
05.2025 - 06.2025
Lakehead University - No Degree, Indigenous Nurses Entry Program (INEP)
09.2016 - 04.2017