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Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Nicholas Dykeman

Nicholas Dykeman

Waterloo,ON

Summary

As an employee I exhibit much dedication and commitment to my work given the great sense of fulfillment and pride that I receive, regardless of the profession I occupy at a time. I have a large amount of experience in a variety of workplaces including labouring for a plumbing company where I was exposed to a wide variety of skills and responsibilities. A large deal of my experience has been in labour intensive roles, however I have always also been a very dedicated student. I attend Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo where my studies have been directed towards History and Psychology, giving me an effective understanding of human interactions that strengthen my ability to cooperate with other employees, provide effective customer service and exert effective problem-solving skills. Maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is also very important to me as I feel it makes for a more effective and enjoyable work environment. Finally, I also maintain a healthy personal life, managing hobbies, socializing, physical health, and my relationships with those that I love and hold close. Although those things are not immediately concerning to the workplace, I believe that it helps make me a better and happier person and good moral at work.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plumbing Labourer

Curney Mechanical Ltd.
London, Ontario
07.2023 - 08.2025
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Assisted in transporting materials to job sites, ensuring timely availability.
  • Dug trenches for new piping installations, facilitating project progress.
  • Assembled and connected pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment per specifications.
  • Removed existing plumbing fixtures, including sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
  • Collaborated with electricians and carpenters on joint projects to enhance workflow.
  • Conducted leak tests by filling piping systems with water and air.
  • Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes effectively.
  • Participated in crane lifts for large fixtures, such as boilers, chillers, cooling towers, and large lengths of pipe.
  • Operated several power tools, including a core machine and a chipping gun.
  • Applied fire caulk to holes in the wall with a pipe running through to maximize the safety of the individuals in the building in case of a fire.

Farm Hand

Local farmer
Duncrief, ON
07.2020 - 08.2025
  • Aided by bailing and stacking bales of straw and hay every summer.
  • Fed and cared for various farm animals by cleaning their pens, and trimming their hooves.

Grocer

Rob and Tracy's NoFrills
London, Ontario
07.2022 - 06.2024
  • Trained new employees on store operations and job duties to enhance team performance.
  • Organized merchandise displays to attract customers and boost sales effectively.
  • Checked expiration dates on products, ensuring freshness and quality were maintained.
  • Assisted customers in finding items or suggesting suitable alternatives as needed.
  • Followed safety procedures when handling sharp objects like knives or box cutters.
  • Facilitated communication between customers and associates, fostering a positive atmosphere.
  • Loaded grocery bags into vehicles upon customer request, enhancing service experience.
  • Completed daily opening, closing, and shift change tasks to uphold operational standards.
  • Transported carts from the cart coral in order to maintain traffic flow between customers in the store, and vehicles in the parking lot.

Pet and Child Care

Neighbours
Duncrief, ON
08.2019 - 08.2022
  • I walked, fed, cleaned up after, and entertained several dogs, as well as one cat, during the absence of the owners.
  • Babysat children between the ages of 6 and 9 years.
  • I was responsible for meal preparation, as well as individual care for each of the kids.

Garden Labourer

Local civilian
Nairn, ON, Ontario
05.2019 - 06.2022
  • Planted and removed plants and flowers, pulled weeds, cut tree branches, raked leaves, picked up sticks, moved cement blocks, laid down topsoil and mulch, and cut grass.
  • Odd jobs performed inside the home.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History major and Psychology minor

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
04-2027

High School Diploma -

Medway High School
London, ON
06-2023

Skills

  • Work ethic and perfectionism
  • Physical strength and labor
  • Communication and problem-solving
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety protocol adherence
  • Continuous learning
  • Customer service

Affiliations

  • Running and lifting weights
  • Socializing with friends
  • Sports such as golf, rugby and football
  • Spending time with family and loved ones

Accomplishments

  • At a young age, my elementary school awarded me with an athletic award as well as a staff recognition award.
  • In high school I became the captain of 30 man rugby team, leading them on trips to Europe and across the province of Ontario.
  • Awarded with the most improved athlete award in high school exemplifying my work ethic and learning ability.

Certification

  • Working at Heights - Issued 10/06/2023 - Expires 10/06/2026, Issued by Worksite Safety in London, ON.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Plumbing Labourer

Curney Mechanical Ltd.
07.2023 - 08.2025

Grocer

Rob and Tracy's NoFrills
07.2022 - 06.2024

Farm Hand

Local farmer
07.2020 - 08.2025

Pet and Child Care

Neighbours
08.2019 - 08.2022

Garden Labourer

Local civilian
05.2019 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - History major and Psychology minor

Wilfrid Laurier University

High School Diploma -

Medway High School
Nicholas Dykeman