Peter Thaddeus Monks
Trumbull,CT
Summary
I aspire a future career in a public service profession that utilizes my leadership skills and compassion to make a difference in society.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Worker
The Blind Rhino
Bridgeport, CT
04.2025 - Current
- Deliver food and beverages to tables promptly while providing friendly customer service.
- Buss and reset tables efficiently to maintain a clean and welcoming dining environment.
- Prepare and package takeout orders with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assist bartenders as a barback, including restocking supplies, icing, and maintaining bar cleanliness.
- Support kitchen staff with food prep and organization during hours.
Political Campaigner
Republican Party of Connecticut
, CT
09.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated outstanding collaboration across the organization and managed many tasks.
- Conducted door-to-door campaigning, engaging voters, and communicating candidates’ platforms.
- Made targeted phone calls to inform community members about candidates and encourage voter turnout.
- Distributed campaign literature and signs to increase candidate visibility across neighborhoods.
Certified Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Town Of Trumbull Recreation Department
05.2022 - Current
- Learned and trained in first responder skills, such as First Aid and CPR, to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided valuable swim instruction to patrons of various ages to build confidence, strength, and skills in a positive learning environment.
- Enforced detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities for customers and guests to ensure safety.
Residential Landscaper
Independent Contractor
05.2020 - Current
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, tree removal, and thinning.
- Maintained the grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Operated landscaping equipment with a focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
Basketball Referee
Town Of Trumbull Recreation Department
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Worked at competitive athletic basketball games, tournaments and special sporting events
- Instructed players and coaches on basketball game rules
- Handled high-stress situations using superior calming techniques with basketball fans
- Called game violations with confidence and integrity while officiating basketball games
Education
High School Diploma -
Trumbull High School
Trumbull, CT06.2024
Skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Confidence
- Hardworking
- Trustworthy
- Leadership
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Community Service Achievements
- Connecticut Make A Wish Volunteer 2016-present
- New York Presbyterian Hospital Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital Youth Transplant Ambassador 2014-present
- St. Peter and St. Paul Ukrainian Byzantine Catholic Church Acolyte and Volunteer 2018-present
- Western Connecticut Military Officers Association Organization Volunteer 2017-present
- Henrik Lundquist Foundation Ambassador 2019-2020
- Ukrainian American Veterans Post 33 Humanitarian Drive Leader - 2020-present
- Long Hill Fire Department Junior Firefighter - 2021
- Town of Trumbull Republican Party- Youth Volunteer
Accomplishments
- Earned “Most Improved Player” recognition on my varsity lacrosse team senior year for dedication, skill growth, and teamwork.
- A recipient of the Western Connecticut Military Officers Association Young American Award.
- A recipient of the Richard Welling Alumni Association's "Most Outstanding Citizenship Service and Leadership in the Student Government Organization"
- A Certification of Special Recognition, "The Young American Award" awarded by The Honorable Congressman Jim Himes
- “Certificate of Appreciation” for participating in the citizenship training program, boys, state-sponsored annually by the American Legion
Certification
- Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid
Timeline
Worker
The Blind Rhino
04.2025 - Current
Basketball Referee
Town Of Trumbull Recreation Department
12.2022 - 04.2023
Political Campaigner
Republican Party of Connecticut
09.2022 - Current
Certified Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Town Of Trumbull Recreation Department
05.2022 - Current
Residential Landscaper
Independent Contractor
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Trumbull High School