Tara Donaldson

Experience

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  Donaldson Sister Services

  Jul 2009 - Sept 2013

  Business Owner

  Completely responsible for the operations of the business Confidently managed interactions with customers

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  Madoc Foodland

  Sept 2010 - May 2013

  Cashier

  Performed as Shift Supervisor, delegation of work load responsibilities and closing of the store at nightProvided outstanding and efficient customer serviceLearned multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced working environmentMaintains objectivity and perspective during situationsAware and sensitive to cultural differencesCommunicates effectively with individuals of diverse cultures and abilities

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  Quinte Designs

  Apr 2013 - Jul 2013

  Designer / Drafter

  Contracted to draft architectural drawings for residential and small commercial buildings, and preparing Ontario Building Code analysesTroubleshoots situations, problems, and solutionsFacilitates agreements and cooperation among peers Responds to individual differences and preferencesCommunicates effectively verbally or written

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  Loyalist College

  Apr 2013 - Apr 2014

  Facilities Department Architectural Drafting Assistant (Workstudy)

  Maintained and updated current architectural, electrical, and fire safety drawings, organized collection of drawing sets, attended site meetings for ongoing construction, and prepared drawings for small construction projectsResourceful in gathering information and ideasSeeks clarity when dealing with issues or problemsUses diplomacy and tact with colleagues and clientsGathers information by listening and asking questionsDevelops accurate and current communications notes, records, and filesExcellent organizational skills Show less

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  Hilden Homes

  Apr 2014 - now

  Designer/Drafter

  House designer to work with clients to design and build their dream home. Work independently on model homes for the company. Act as site services coordinator for rural lots. Prepare design and working construction sets, problem solve throughout the building process, assist with colour selection for model homes, answer the office phone and accurately take messages or solve the issues, and work on the marketing for the image of the company, as well as each subdivision. Manage and update the company’s website. Show less

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  Donaldson Drafting & Design

  Jan 2018 - now

  Owner and Designer

  Residential designer and draftsperson who works with clients on renovation, addition, and new home projects. Provide design services, either separately or in conjunction with construction drawings. Perform site visits and site measures whenever necessary.