Kevin Fortune
2 Glenwood Place Summit
Summary
Driven and versatile professional with experience at the Summit Area YMCA, adept in safety awareness and problem-solving. Excelled in roles requiring first aid and CPR skills, and effective communication across diverse age groups. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency and safety, contributing to positive outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Worker
Summit Area YMCA
01.2020 - Current
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Conversed with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
Nurse Assistant
Wild Sun Refugee
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Helped injured animals effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Checked animal vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help the animals achieve nutritional objectives.
Plumbers Apprentice
Pipeworks Services
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted install of valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
- Crafted piping, including measuring, threading and cutting materials to correct angles.
- Expanded trade knowledge by networking with colleagues and participating in courses and seminars.
- Obtained many materials from multiple supply companies.
- Prepped materials needed for technicians daily.
- Assisted removal appliances from customers home and replaced with newer and more high efficient ones.
- Dismantled appliances for easy disposal.
Lifeguard
YMCA
08.2018 - 12.2019
- Attentively watching all swimmers and scanning pool deck in case of emergency
- Checking safety tools and rescue equipment like breathing masks, AED, and first aid kits to make sure that its up to date and ready to use
- Performed routine CPR, first aid, and water rescue training's
- Managed view of over more than 50 swimmers at one time.
Education
Biology
Union County College
Cranford, NJAssociate of Arts - Animation And Special Effects
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX05.2026
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Premiere Pro, Davinci Resolve, Adobe Suite, Blender
- FL Studio, Logic Pro
- Safety awareness
- Problem solving
- Minor knowledge in plumbing and HVAC
- Communication skills with people of all ages; young or older
Hobbies
- Passion for nature and outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, running, lake and beach swimming, and camping.
- Apprehending knowledge on new cars and and new technology.
- Learning software development with websites like Mimo and freecodecamp.com.
- Cleaning trash out of natural areas such as parks and hiking trails.
- Studying art, design, fashion, and filmmaking.
- Creating music and video editing.
- Art: Drawing and Design
Timeline
Nurse Assistant
Wild Sun Refugee
05.2022 - 08.2022
Plumbers Apprentice
Pipeworks Services
10.2020 - 02.2021
Childcare Worker
Summit Area YMCA
01.2020 - Current
Lifeguard
YMCA
08.2018 - 12.2019
Biology
Union County College
Associate of Arts - Animation And Special Effects
Houston Baptist University
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