Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Richard Ferguson

Prince Rupert,BC

Summary


Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Labourer

City of Prince Rupert
10.2024 - Current
  • Maintenance of City owned green spaces such as parks and recreation fields.
  • Regular inspection of catch basins and storm drains in order to ensure proper drainage and mitigate potential flooding.
  • Performed repairs on water and sewer utilities including repair of residential water services.
  • Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.

Station Manager

Vulcan District Waste Commission
03.2020 - 09.2024
  • Operation of Milo and Mossleigh transfer stations.
  • Interacted with the public to provide information regarding the recycling of various materials (scrap wood/metal, household recycling and agriculural herbicides) as well as disposal and agricultural waste.
  • Managed site logistics to minimize disruptions and maintain clean and safe work environment.
  • Kept records of monthly customer traffic as a component of the Commisions budget allocation.

Foreman, Public Works

Village of Milo
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Responsible for maintenance and care of Village owned green spaces, building and infrastructure.
  • Arranged for and coordinated with third party contractors as needed for infrastructure repairs.
  • Coordinate and assign summer staff of 2-5 people to perform grounds maintenance for Lake McGregor Prov. Recreation Area under contract to Alberta Parks.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Reported to and coordinated with the Village CAO to ensure that maintenance and repairs complied with budgetary guidelines.

Education Assistant

Palliser School District
09.2017 - 06.2022
  • Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
  • Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
  • Facilitated small group instruction within an inclusive classroom setting, ensuring each learner received personalized attention and support as needed.
  • Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

Prince Rupert Senior Secondary
Prince Rupert, BC

Welding Training, Level B

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
01-2003

Skills

  • History of adaptability
  • Self motivated and able to demonstrate initiative
  • Keyboarding ability
  • Detail-oriented
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking and prioritizing
  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Written communication
  • Effective oral communication
  • Proven history of public/customer service

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Labourer

City of Prince Rupert
10.2024 - Current

Foreman, Public Works

Village of Milo
06.2022 - 07.2024

Station Manager

Vulcan District Waste Commission
03.2020 - 09.2024

Education Assistant

Palliser School District
09.2017 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

Prince Rupert Senior Secondary

Welding Training, Level B

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Richard Ferguson