OWEN WALKER
Abbotsford,Canada
Summary
Hard-working and disciplined individual with strong people skills, and sound judgment. Comfortable working face-to-face with clients, explaining details clearly, and handling pressure. Division I soccer team captain and certified lifeguard, looking to start in an insurance brokerage.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
City of Abbotsford
Abbotsford, Canada
07.2023 - Current
- Ensure public safety through continuous monitoring and rapid response to incidents.
- Make time-critical decisions in high-risk situations while maintaining professionalism.
- Communicate safety rules, policies, and instructions clearly to patrons of all ages.
- Respond to incidents calmly, gather information, and take appropriate action.
- Teach swim lessons to individuals and groups, adapting communication styles as needed.
Labourer
Prana Renovations
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Performed physically demanding work in challenging environments with strong attention to detail.
- Followed safety procedures precisely to reduce risk and injury.
- Adapted quickly to changing tasks, demonstrating reliability and work ethic.
Soccer Referee
Abbotsford Soccer Association
Abbotsford, Canada
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Made real-time decisions and enforcing rules.
- Communicated decisions clearly to players, coaches, and spectators.
- Managed disputes professionally in fast-paced, high-pressure situations.
Education
Fundamental Of Insurance Exam - Fundamental of Insurance
IBABC
11.2025 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
WJ Mouat Secondary School
Abbotsford, BCSkills
- Clear verbal communication
- Client interaction
- Policy interpretation
- Rule interpretation
- Sound judgment
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Professionalism
- Needs assessment
Certification
- National Lifeguard Certification - Lifesaving Society, 02/01/25
- Standard First Aid & CPR-C / AED - Canadian Red Cross, 02/01/25
- Lifesaving society swim instructor -Recertification 03/16/2025
Timeline
Fundamental Of Insurance Exam - Fundamental of Insurance
IBABC
11.2025 - 11.2025
Lifeguard & Swim Instructor
City of Abbotsford
07.2023 - Current
Labourer
Prana Renovations
01.2021 - 01.2023
Soccer Referee
Abbotsford Soccer Association
01.2019 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
WJ Mouat Secondary School