Blake Ripley has over 10 years of experience in surveying, construction, farming, and lifeguarding. He has a surveying technician diploma and skills in operating total stations, GPS systems, GIS software. Blake is a hard worker who learns new skills quickly, works well independently and on teams, and provides excellent customer service. He seeks new opportunities to expand his skill set and contribute value. References are available upon request.

1. Blake Ripley
St. John, NB
(902)-526-2229
Snakestar16@gmail.com
Education & Training
2014- 2015 NovaScotiaCommunity College(Centerof GeographicSciences)
SurveyingTechnician
2009 - 2013 Annapolis WestEducation Center
Grades9-12
2006 - 2009 Annapolis Royal Regional Academy
Grades6-8
2004 - 2006 ClarkRutherford Memorial
Grades4-5
2000 - 2004 StonecrestFrenchImmersion Elementary
GradesSeniorKindergarten – 3
2013 Emergency FirstAid“A” & AED/Level A CPR
OH&S
FoodHandlers
Key Skills
I am a hard workerand committedtothe tasksI am given. I am a highly energized individualwhoisable
to multitask, quickly learnnew skillsandworks wellwithothers. Idemonstrate the importance of
punctuality anddedication withthe abilityandforesighttowork independently. Iamexcitedtobe able to
expandmyskill setwithany opportunities Iamgiven.
Employment
Land Survey Assistant (June 2015 – August2016)
Scotia Survey Limited
OperatingTotal stations andaccurately recordingdata:enteringdataina Topcon RTK data. Settingupand
levelingtotal stations/tripods quick andaccurately. SettingupGPSbasesand operatingthemproperly.
Locatingsurvey monuments andplacingsurvey markers.Clearingfallenbrush fora clearline of sight:
Holdinga survey rodand helpinginvarious otherways. Further, exercisingcustomerservice,
organizational andcommunication skills.
Lifeguard/Ride Operator/Food Services(June 2010 – September2014 *seasonal employment*)
UpperClementsPark
Lifeguardingatthe waterslidepool &towerandwadingpool includingjumpinrescues;providingfirstaid;
Operatingall rides includingthe zipline brake. Ensuringall rulesincludingheightrestrictions safety
requirements where metandenforced. Workedinakitchen, servingcustomers, handlingfoodand
operatingthe cashregister. Learningthe skills of workingasa team. Learned efficiency andtime
management. Continually developingmany interpersonal skills, while effectively dealingwithall typesof
customers andco-workers. Strengthened problemresolution skillsdealingwithproblems andvarious
situations. Exercisedflexibility, versatility andpunctuality bynotonly beingontime forall my shifts, but
alsocomingin oncall andworkingthe position requirebymysupervisor.

2. Construction Laborer (June 2009 – September2014) (Oncall as needed position)
Barnes Renovations
Roofing:Strippingoff shingles;debris removal;roof preparation;layingsnow, ice &tar paper;setting
shinglesfornailing. Promoted tolayingandairnailingshingles withoutsupervision. Interiorfinishing:
Insulating;vaporbarrier;tapingseams;hangingdry wall. Various:Window anddoorinsulation;plumbing
experience includinginstallingtoilet, electrical experience assistingininstallingoutlets, switches and
breakerbox. I learnedthe entire procedure of roofing, time management, importanceof accuracy,
appreciation fordeadlines, workingwithothers, andthe value of usingmyinsighttoknow whatneeded to
be done nextamongotherskills.
Farm Laborer (June 2012 – September2016) (Oncall as needed position)
Jolene BuchholzFarm
Haying: Loadedand unloaded balesof hay onand off a truck, transportingthemfromthe fieldand
arrangingthemin the barn. Barn Chores: Puttinghayin feedbuckets tofeed horses;fillingwatertroves;
muckingoutstalls;mowinglawnsandgeneral choresasneeded. Snow Removal. Utilizingphysical strength
while understandingthe importance forrespectof the horsesandtheirschedule.
Activities and Interests
Was a Sargent inArmy Cadetswitha 5 yearmedal;Softball;Rockclimbing;Slacklining;Swimming, Skiing;
Playingdrums andguitar;Cars, Chemistry;Physics;Engineering;Geomatics;Electronics;Sales.
Languages
English(native) French(fluent) Spanish (minor)
Additional Information
Beingan 5th
year Army Cadethas taught me self-disciplineandresponsibility aswell asleadership
qualities. While onacompetitiveswimteamfor3 yearsuntil the closure of the Lifeplex Wellness Center, I
effectively exercisedself-discipline, endurance andcommitment. The BaMLeadership Campassisted in
furtherdevelopingmyleadership abilities. Ihave hadmy full driverslicense for5yearsand ownmy own
car. I wouldbe a goodassetto your company because Iam a respectful hardworker, eagertofurther
developmyskillsset.
References
Patti Hung Tracey Thibodeau Jolene Buchholz
Lawrence ,NS Digby, NS Annapolis Royal, NS
(902) 824-4334 (902) 308-9728 (902) 532-8148
Portfolio Available Upon Request