Reid Griffin
Kirkfield,ON
Summary
Look forward to working in an outdoor environment. Experienced in hard work and long hours. Excel in team environments with proven ability to work well with all personality types. Experienced in operation of heavy equipment and hand tools. Obtained DZ license in 2021. A special interest in environmental issues as indicated professionally with a BSC degree in this field.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lumber Yard Associate
Jermyn Lumber
Bobcaygeon, ON
05.2019 - Current
- Worked part time while attending university and now working full time after graduation
- Safely operated forklift to unload trucks and to relocate products
- Established quality work ethic and great relationship with management and fellow employees
- Increased customer satisfaction through providing expert advice on lumber selection and usage.
- Enhanced lumber yard efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Equipment Operator
Griffin Construction
Coboconk, ON
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Worked summers and occasionally weekends while attending university
- Learned skills to safely and efficiently operate heavy equipment including Excavator, Backhoe, loader, skid steer and bulldozer.
- Safely and efficiently operated chainsaws to take down trees for lot clearing purposes. Also operated wood chipper
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisor and was commended for excellent work ethic.
- learned basics of many environmental assessment procedures related to construction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Resource Sciences
Trent University
Peterborough, ON04.2023
High School Diploma -
Fenelon Falls Secondary School
Fenelon Falls, ON06.2019
Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- DZ License
- Ability to safely operate chainsaws
- Proven work ethic and attitude as assessed by employers
- Ability to work efficiently for extended hours
- Proven ability to work well with others in a team environment
- knowledge in various computer programs including excel, R studio, GIS
- familiar with various environmental assesment procedures including soil sampling, ecological sampling, enviromental impact assesment
Languages
English
Timeline
Lumber Yard Associate
Jermyn Lumber
05.2019 - Current
Equipment Operator
Griffin Construction
05.2016 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Environmental And Resource Sciences
Trent University
High School Diploma -
Fenelon Falls Secondary School