Braden Pihrag
Braine L'Alleud
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Living Sky Refrigeration, excelling in customer engagement and operational optimization. Skilled in cold calling and proficient in MS Excel, I effectively drive business growth while maintaining exceptional interpersonal communication. Committed to delivering results and adapting to diverse environments, ensuring success in every endeavor.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seasonal Farm Laborer
Midnite Oil Farms
Craik, SK
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and equipment, following safety protocols.
- Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and lambing.
- Sprayed crops with pesticides to control insects and other pests.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to livestock under supervision.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Repaired buildings, fences, and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition, and alleviate downtime.
- Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
Business Development & Sales Manager
Living Sky Refrigeration
Craik, SK
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Prospected potential customers by cold calling businesses and individuals to introduce products and services.
- Prepared quotes for customers regarding service repairs or maintenance contracts.
- Identified locations and needs of customers to accurately send assistance.
- Arranged for repairs to restore service and schedules.
- Trained employees on triaging and dispatching procedures to properly handle daily calls.
- Set schedules, implemented new policies, and worked with managers to optimize operational procedures and establish clear objectives.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Volunteer
Worldwide Fellowship
Western Canada
11.2007 - 04.2022
- Participated in public speaking engagements to promote organization's mission.
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Managed audio-visual equipment setup before each session began.
- Assisted in setting up and tearing down of event equipment.
- Provided technical support when needed during conferences or meetings.
- Coordinated planning and execution of community development projects, ensuring alignment with local regulations and community needs.
Summer Student Assistant
Cargill AgHorizons
Regina, SK
05.2005 - 08.2007
- Managed the shipping of seed, fertilizer, chemicals and grain.
- Handled loading processes for both railcars and semi-trailers across multiple facilities.
- Maintained safe and accurate operation of forklifts within the chemical facility.
- Executed skid steer tasks efficiently in the fertilizer plant.
- Conducted grain sampling and moisture content testing.
- Analyzed protein levels in grains.
Education
TEFL LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE -
PREMIER TEFL
12.2024
TEFL LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ENGLISH TEACHING -
PREMIER TEFL
12.2024
TEFL LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN ONLINE & ONE-TO-ONE TEACHING -
PREMIER TEFL
12.2024
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CRAIK SCHOOL
06.2004
Skills
- Presentations
- Proficient in MS Word
- Proficient in use of Excel spreadsheets
- Basic knowledge of PowerPoint
- Proficient in use of Google Drive
- Basic knowledge of Dropbox
- Professional communication skills
- Respectful communication skills
- Oral communication skills
- Written communication skills
- Customer service
- Cold calling
- Organization
- Attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Operation of high-clearance sprayers
- Safe handling of chemicals
- Operation of forklifts
- Operation of skid steer
- Operation of augers
- Operation of grain handling equipment
- Operation of heavy agricultural machinery
- Ability to adapt to different environments
References
- Dennis Morris, Volunteer Worker, 1-403-542-2508
- Shawn Puffalt, Co-owner/Project Manager, Living Sky Refrigeration, 1-306-605-9204
- Warren Pihrag, Owner of Midnite Oil Farms, 1-306-734-7675
Affiliations
- I am a versatile person with a variety of interests. I enjoy playing several musical instruments, participating in various team and individual sports, as well as many water sports. I sang for two years in the Regina Philharmonic Choir, with weekly rehearsals and several concerts. I am a sociable person, but I have also learned to appreciate working and spending time alone. I believe we were created to be highly adaptable creatures and that we can adapt to almost anything, if we choose to.
Accomplishments
- Governor General Award for Student with Highest GPA in my graduating class
- Student of the Year Award in my grade 12 year.
Certification
- Drivers License B and B1 (Slovakia, Europe)
Languages
English
First Language
Slovak
Intermediate (B1)
B1
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Nationalities
- Canadian
- Latvian
Timeline
Business Development & Sales Manager
Living Sky Refrigeration
09.2022 - 05.2024
Seasonal Farm Laborer
Midnite Oil Farms
04.2022 - 12.2024
Volunteer
Worldwide Fellowship
11.2007 - 04.2022
Summer Student Assistant
Cargill AgHorizons
05.2005 - 08.2007
TEFL LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE -
PREMIER TEFL
TEFL LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ENGLISH TEACHING -
PREMIER TEFL
TEFL LEVEL 5 CERTIFICATE IN ONLINE & ONE-TO-ONE TEACHING -
PREMIER TEFL
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CRAIK SCHOOL
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