Weather Observer at Gander International Airport

December 2014 – April 2018

Giving accurate, up to date weather reports to Environment Canada. Primary responsibilities are recording sky condition and all observed weather phenomena for hourly reports as well as well special reports which denote any significant changes. Tasks involved are regular measurements of precipitation and keeping very close watch on weather conditions and instrument readings.

Dishwasher at Magnum & Steins Restaurant

February 2014 – July 2014

Cleaning and clearing up dishes/appliances used in food preparation was the first task of shift. My main responsibility was constant washing of dishes as required and ensuring steady flow of operation and organization of dishpit area. Changing garbage as needed, and daily cleaning of kitchen area.

Warehouse & Overnight Merchandise Stock at Toys R Us

September 2013 – October 2014

Part of the night shift team in the months leading up to Christmas, which was responsible for re-stocking, and merchandising products in the storefront.

Warehouse work involved unloading shipping container of store merchandise, then sorting and preparing it for placement in the appropriate storefront section or warehouse storage area. Other tasks included assembling display models of popular products, customer carry outs, and regular cleaning.

General Animal Care & Maintenance at SPCA
July 2012 – August 2012

Handled the feeding, grooming, of several cats within a adoption shelter environment. Cleaning and maintaining the pet environment up to three times daily, and overseeing the adoptions of incoming pets were my primary responsibilities.

Musician at Canadian Forces

May 2010 – August 2010
played tuba in marching band for changing of the guard ceremony held daily on Parliament Hill, during the summer months.

Customer Service Representative at Convergys

January 2009 – November 2009
worked in billing department for large telecommunications company based in the United States.

Customer Service Representive at TeleTech

October 2007 – December 2008
worked in sales department for telecommunications provider based in the United States.

Cook at Jungle Jim’s

April 2007 – August 2007

Worked on a line with 2-3 other cooks at a time, preparing orders for customers. Other responsibilities included sweeping, cleaning appliances, and packing freezers.

Customer Service Representative at Help Desk Now

July 2006 – April 2007
worked in billing department for a large telecommunications company based in The United States. Handling customer inquiries about monthly billing charges, and maintaining and makes changes as required.

Cashier at Ultramar

July 2006 – December 2006

Checked in customer purchases, and maintained and cleaned store environment.

Musician at Canadian Forces

May 2005 – August 2005

played tuba in marching band for changing of the guard ceremony held daily on Parliament Hill, during the summer months.

Musician at Canadian Forces
May 2004 – August 2004

played tuba in marching band for changing of the guard ceremony held daily on Parliament Hill, during the summer months.

Cashier at Home Hardware

January 2004 – April 2004
Checked in items, helped customers find products/items they were looking for, cleaning and general maintenance.

Sr. Counsellor at The Salvation Army in Canada

June 2003 – August 2003

provided leadership, companionship for children at a summer camp. Primary responsibilities were running group activities, overseeing cabin of up to twelve boys at a time, and supervising meal times.

Honors & Awards
Junior Rose Bowl
Kiwanis Club
March 1999

Awarded for the best instrumental performance in the junior category of the Kiwanis music festival.

Junior Rose Bowl
Kiwanis Club
March 2000

Awarded for the best instrumental performance in the junior category of the Kiwanis music festival

Participant in Provincial Kiwanis Music Festival – May 1999
Chosen by adjudicator at regional festival to compete at Provincial Festival.
Organizations
The Salvation Army
Musician
November 2009 – Present

Each Christmas since 2009, I have been a member of paid brass quintet which plays at various locations in the City of Vancouver, to help raise money for the Salvation Army’s red kettle campaign, where the money raised goes to provide support & relief to families during the christmas season.

The Salvation Army
Musician
December 2006 – December 2006

played in a paid brass ensemble, which was formed to help raise money for The Salvation Army’s red kettle campaign in Portland, Oregon, to provide support & relief to families during the christmas season

The Surya Brass Band
Musician
April 2013 – Present

tubist in 10 piece marching band playing ‘Bollywood’ style music for Indian weddings & festivals.

Courses
Basic Locksmithing I &II – The Academy of Locksmithing – April 2018
Contract Weather Observation & Basic Meteorology –Nav Canada Oct.2014 – Dec. 2014
Basic Military Training –Canadian Forces Connaught Training Base – April – May 2004
The University of British Columbia

Year 1 & 2 of Bachelor of Music completed.