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Skydiving
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John Colton

John Colton

Rotorua

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Work History

Outdoors Activity Instructor

Adventure Ardeche
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • A British based company working in the south of France aimed to give British and French kids leaning adventures through experiencing the outdoors with activities like
  • Rock climbing, high ropes, caving and 2-day river descents


Transfer Driver

Skiidy
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Skiddy Gonzales is a transfer driving company in the French alps they do pick ups and drop offs from Geneva Airport
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.

White water raft guide

Kiatiaki Adventures
Rotorua
11.2023 - Current
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

White Water Raft Guide

Raging Thunder
04.2022 - Current
  • Grade 2-3 Barron River guide
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
  • Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve customer issues.
  • Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.

Scuba Diving Instructor

Reef Encounter
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Met needs of different students by adapting teaching materials and methods.
  • Provided feedback, guidance and support to students on participation and performance.
  • Monitored student progress and provided individualized instruction to meet student needs and goals.
  • Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.

Fruit Picker/Farm Hand

Roper River Agriculture
04.2016 - 04.2019
  • Picked and arranged fruit following specified instructions.
  • Selected fruit to be harvested by studying size, shape, and colour.
  • Removed and discarded damaged fruits to improve harvest quality.
  • Harvested high volumes of ripe, quality fruits from fields and orchards.
  • Operated machinery and equipment safely and responsibly, minimizing risk.
  • Provided feedback to management to improve operations.

Warehouse worker

01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Names Fienza Builders discount warehouse 4WD SupaCentre
  • After finishing high school, I startedworking straight away in warehouses
  • I spent3 years in 3 different warehouses because Iwas offered job after helping.

Skills

  • Team Leading Catering
  • Driving license Agriculture
  • Intensive labour Instructing
  • Childcare Maintaining
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Safety Gear
  • First Aid
  • Critical and Creative Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Social Behaviours

Accomplishments

  • Travelled around Europe and asia alone
  • Completed Scuba diving instructing course
  • Achieved Skydiving licence
  • juggled 2 jobs at same time( raft guide and dive instructor)
  • Completed white water rescue course
  • First aid



Skydiving

Currently just beginning but eager to take it further

Timeline

White water raft guide - Kiatiaki Adventures
11.2023 - Current
Scuba Diving Instructor - Reef Encounter
08.2022 - 06.2023
White Water Raft Guide - Raging Thunder
04.2022 - Current
Outdoors Activity Instructor - Adventure Ardeche
01.2019 - 01.2020
Transfer Driver - Skiidy
01.2019 - 01.2020
Fruit Picker/Farm Hand - Roper River Agriculture
04.2016 - 04.2019
Warehouse worker -
01.2013 - 01.2016

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

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