Liam Kent
Peterborough,ON
Summary
Hard-working Grade 12 honours student in the French Immersion program seeking employment where I can contribute hands-on service and mechanical experience, a strong work ethic, safety awareness, and willingness to learn. Team-oriented, reliable, physically capable, and comfortable working in demanding environments.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dock Worker
Egan Houseboat Rentals
Omemee, ON
05.2026 - 10.2026
- Supervised and coordinated a team of 4 dock workers, assigning daily priorities and monitoring tasks to ensure timely preparation and dispatch of 27 houseboats.
- Provide day-to-day direction and on-the-job support to dock staff, reinforcing safe work practices, service standards, and efficient turnaround procedures.
- Coordinated high-volume marina operations, managing boat movements, refueling, customer departures and returns, and servicing of private vessels.
- Led pre-departure safety briefings and vessel orientations for customers, ensuring required safety information and operating procedures are clearly communicated.
- Oversaw technical inspections of marine engines and onboard systems, troubleshooting mechanical issues and coordinating repairs to reduce fleet downtime.
- Monitor parts and supply inventory, complete stock checks, identify operational needs, and communicate with management to support timely reordering.
- Act as a key point of contact during busy operating periods, helping resolve customer, staffing, and operational issues while maintaining service and safety standards.
- Seasonal: May - October, 2026
Dock Worker
Egan Houseboat Rentals
Omemee, ON
05.2022 - 10.2025
- Prepared houseboats for customer departures and returns by cleaning, fueling, conducting equipment checks, and setting up vessels for optimal performance.
- Performed refueling and other dockside service tasks for the rental fleet and private vessels while following established safety procedures.
- Supported customer departures by assisting with vessel orientations, safe docking procedures, line handling, and marina operations.
- Assisted with routine inspections and basic maintenance of marine engines, onboard systems, dock equipment, and rental vessels.
- Maintained organized, safe dock area by stocking supplies and efficiently completing physically demanding turnaround tasks during peak periods.
- Worked seasonally from May to October, 2022 to 2025.
Crew Member
Liflock & The River Boat Cruises
Peterborough, ON
05.2020 - 10.2025
- Delivered high-quality customer service for premier tourism operation, managing passenger boarding, seating, and safety orientations for large groups to enhance guest experience.
- Executed complex boarding procedures and line handling, ensuring safe embarkation and disembarkation of hundreds of passengers daily with minimal delays.
- Upheld strict safety standards and emergency response procedures as part of a coordinated marine crew.
- Maintained vessel readiness through consistent equipment inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Managed point-of-sale (POS) operations, accurately processing cash and card transactions in fast-paced concession environment to ensure smooth operations.
- Demonstrated long-term reliability by returning for five consecutive seasons, frequently assisted in the training of new seasonal staff.
- Seasonal: May - October, 2020 - 2025
Education
Grade 12 Student - French Immersion
Adam Scott C.V.I.
Peterborough, OntarioSkills
- Dockside coordination
- Boat handling
- Fuel service
- Vessel inspections
- Engine diagnostics
- Safety protocols
- Safety briefings
- Vessel upkeep
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Physical endurance
- Customer service
Certification
- Level C First Aid, CPR & AED | December 2025, WHMIS | December 2025, Health & Safety | December 2025, G2 Class License | March 2026, Boating License | July 2025
Languages
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Dock Worker
Egan Houseboat Rentals
05.2026 - 10.2026
Dock Worker
Egan Houseboat Rentals
05.2022 - 10.2025
Crew Member
Liflock & The River Boat Cruises
05.2020 - 10.2025
Grade 12 Student - French Immersion
Adam Scott C.V.I.