Stephen

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Description
Hey there! 👋

Young Canadian man looking to share his skills and experience, gain new ones, have some fun adventure, and be a part of the international workaway community!

For the last four years I've worked as an Industrial Mechanic, and before that a Welder and Construction Labourer. I believe I stand out from the average workawayer with my experience in the trades, and the work ethic and discipline that is required of those fields.

However I also have years of experience in organic farming, homesteading, hospitality and animal husbandry through workaway and internships. I have worked all across Canada, the western US and now Europe for many different hosts, all lovely experiences. Please read some of my reviews below.

Most importantly though I am honest, respectful and genuine. Workaway has given me the opportunity to engage and foster relationships with so many different people, and I am very grateful.

I am a social, extroverted person, however I'm very good at being independent. I keep myself busy with music (I play banjo and sing), reading and outdoor activities.

Please don't hesitate to message me, always open to hearing about new opportunities and making new friends!
Centres d’intérêt
Plage
Mode et beauté
LGBT+
Cyclisme
Astronomie
Dev. durable
Voile / bateau
Politique/justice sociale
Technologie
Soin des plantes
Activités en plein air
Nature
Auto-stop
Musique
Histoire
Randonnée
Jardinage
Fitness
Ferme
Bricolage / artisanat

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Langues parlées
Anglais: Courant
Espagnol: Débutant
Compétences et connaissances que j'aimerais partager ou apprendre
Ça m'intéresse :
Langues
J'ai des connaissances :
Jardinage
Préparer les repas / cuisiner pour la famille
Aider dans une ferme
Éco-projets
Aider à la maison
S’occuper des animaux
Accueil / tourisme
Travail associatif
Aide informatique / Internet
Je peux apprendre aux autres :
Bricolage et projets de construction
Entretien général
Quelles sont vos compétences ?
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Millwright - Industrial Mechanic
Gay Lea Foods, Hamilton, ON (2019 - Present)
Participates in plant equipment and machinery installations
• Fabricates, welds and repairs parts and tools for machines and equipment
• Preforms preventative maintenance on all factory machinery and equipment
• Repairs and replaces machinery parts as required, including full equipment rebuilds
• Completes computer data entry using maintenance software
• Works collaboratively as part of a team made up of multiple trades

Welder (MIG)
National Steel Car, Hamilton, ON (2014 - 2016, 2018 - 2019)
• Operated manual and fully automated welding equipment to join and fabricate metal parts
• Prepared jigs and set-ups for welding
• Operated hoisting equipment and hydraulic lifts
• Read and interpreted welding blueprints, drawings specifications, manuals and processes

Second Cook/General Help
Outland Camps, Yukon and Manitoba (2016 - 2017)
• Cleaned and maintained all kitchen areas of facilities as per cleaning schedules; This included: heavy equipment (hood and oven vents), dining area, floors, dish and cookware, and all areas of back of house operation
• Assisted the Cook with food preparation, cooking and meal service (up to 300 clients per meal period)
• Stocked and replenished food service items such as cutlery, dishes, glasses, and condiments during meal periods

Construction Labourer
Bailey Contracting, Brampton, ON (2012 – 2013)
• Built frames, installed floor joists, sub-flooring, door/window frames & roof trusses
• Installed insulation between studs and tacked plastic moisture barrier over insulation
• Measured, cut and shaped wood using saws, chisels, planes and power tools
• Constructed wooden forms and chutes for pouring concrete
• Loaded and unloaded construction materials, and move materials to work areas

Grower/Farm Hand Internship
Mansfield Heritage Farm, Mansfield, ON (2012)
• Animal husbandry; cared for animals including chickens (layers and meat birds) and rabbits
• Responsible for regular watering, weeding, fertilizing and maintenance of plants
• Regularly cleaned animal stalls and work-spaces
• Marketed and sold farm products at local farmers markets

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Industrial Mechanic - Millwright Certificate - Humber College (2019)

Hand Tool Techniques - Mohawk College (2014)

Fundamentals of Horticulture - Mohawk College (2014)

Woodworking Level 1 - Camosun College (2012)

Community Worker – Outreach & Development Diploma - Sheridan College (2011)
Âge
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Informations complémentaires
- Fumeur
- Permis de conduire
- Allergies
- Régime alimentaire spécial

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22 avr. 2024

Laissé par l'hôte (Building an adventure ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

Stephen was a fun guest during maple syrup season, when I had around 5 backpackers out. Great personality, fun adventurous spirit, and a great banjo player around the fire lol. Offered to help out with different tasks relating to maple syrup, and always did small improvements around the property during his stay which I really appreciated. It was… read more

(Excellent )

31 mars 2024

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Building an adventure ...)

I only spent two weeks with Mike (and Taiga 🐕) but those two weeks were filled with incredible and unique experiences. Mikes property is truly a peice of Canadian woodland heaven. From the south Muskoka river that runs through the length of the property to the trails and scenic views. Definitely an experience for those interested in nature. Living… read more

(Excellent )

16 févr. 2024

Laissé par l'hôte (Have fun and leave your stamp ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

At the time of writing, the value of gold is 2725.70 Canadian dollars/ oz, and, while I wouldn't like to hazard a guess as to Stephen in strange metrics, I'm still pretty confident he is literally worth his weight in gold.
What a month we had while Stephen was with us! Literally every day felt like a new chapter of the project because he worked so… read more

(Excellent )

14 févr. 2024

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Have fun and leave your stamp ...)

Stayed with Sam and Mike for one month, the final month of my European trip, and I couldn't have picked better hosts for my sendoff. Their home is more than just a construction project, but a community that I felt immediately welcomed and a part of. Sam and Mike were involved with the work, open to input, ideas and always working to keep moral… read more

(Excellent )

5 janv. 2024

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Help us create our ecological ...)

I spent 1 month with Jo and Jake in Orgiva and had an amazing time. Their property is nestled in the mountains outside of town, and has spectacular views and surrounded by beautiful nature. Jo and Jake are compassionate, accommodating and friendly. They are guided by a strong moral and ethical compass, and it shows in their relationships, projects… read more

(Excellent )

30 déc. 2023

Laissé par l'hôte (Help us create our ecological ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

Where do we start with Stephen? He's competent, intelligent, independent, erudite, self motivated, reasonable and very hard working. He's is one in a million. Workaway perfection. And he plays Banjo beautifully and sings wonderfully too!

(Excellent )

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Removing old ceiling and installing new joists and drywall in Silves, Portugal.

Framing in new wall in Silves, Portugal.

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Building tent platforms for Nelson City Campground (2016).

Designed and built this deck railing for a workaway host in Duncan, BC (2016).

Designed and built this gate for a workaway host in Duncan, BC (2016).

Shaping large shim to place behind and level new kitchen cabinets for workaway host in Portland, OR (2017).

Repairing hole in plaster ceiling for workaway host in Portland, OR (2017).

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22 avr. 2024

Laissé par l'hôte (Building an adventure ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

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31 mars 2024

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Building an adventure ...)

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16 févr. 2024

Laissé par l'hôte (Have fun and leave your stamp ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

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14 févr. 2024

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Have fun and leave your stamp ...)

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5 janv. 2024

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Help us create our ecological ...)

(Excellent )

30 déc. 2023

Laissé par l'hôte (Help us create our ecological ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

(Excellent )

15 déc. 2023

Laissé par l'hôte (Help us with gardening and ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

Stephen is a handyman who can handle just about anything.
Our experience with him has been very positive, he is certainly an open person with whom you can talk about anything, he knows how to respect other people's space and has a great sense of humor.
I (Justí) am sure that I will visit him in Canada (if he keeps his invitation).
We are sure… read more

(Excellent )

9 déc. 2023

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Help us with gardening and ...)

I spent 1 month with Justi and Lorenzo and had an incredible time. Justi and Lorenzo were both open, generous and hospitable right from the start. I was invited to join them on their sail boat, we went for hikes, and even attended some parties 🎉 but my favourite part of the experience was our candid conversations over a glass of wine after dinner.… read more

(Excellent )

1 nov. 2023

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (We need someone or a couple, ...)

I only stayed with Mariana, Byorn and Daniel for 3 weeks, but I wish it could have been longer. Absolutely one of my favourite workaway experiences. They were incredibly hospitable, kind and generous. For example, my birthday passed during my stay with them, and they were kind enough to put together a birthday party, despite only knowing me for a… read more

(Excellent )

25 oct. 2023

Laissé par l'hôte (We need someone or a couple, ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

A. wonderful, efficient worker as well as a happy banjo music experiece and always interesting conversation. He fixed our two stove and did a flor puzzle of collected peices of marble that was superb that and odd garden jobs he was very good and thorough at everything he did.

(Excellent )

17 oct. 2023

Laissé par l'hôte (Come and help on our small ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

Stephen is a very skilled guy, not afraid to do any job proposed with lots of success. Together we achieved almost of the projects in my propperty, so i am very thankful.
He is a very open minded and adaptable person, the cohabitance was easy and nice.

Thanks for all, Stephen

(Excellent )

9 oct. 2023

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Come and help on our small ...)

Kiko was my first host in Mallorca, I spent 5 weeks with him, and I couldn't have asked for a better host and introduction to the island.

Kiko himself is generous, hospitable and easy going with a good sense of humour. Very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the island, and involved in his community. He was always willing to help me… read more

(Excellent )

23 juil. 2023

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Help on a farm with a ...)

I stayed with Roberto and Titziana for almost 2 weeks and had a very positive experience during that time.

First of all, they accepted my request on very short notice, I was in need of accommodation quickly, and I'm very grateful and the experience exceeded my expectations.

Farm work can be difficult but the hours were fair and I felt a sense of… read more

(Excellent )

7 juin 2023

Laissé par l'hôte (Come help our non-profit yoga ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

Stephen is a great guy to have around, he's capable of working, designing, and fixing basically anything. Really multi-functional! :) With his positive, fun, and cool attitude it's a pleasure to collaborate with him. He really has high work ethics, his attention to details is excellent, he cleans after himself, puts things and tools back in their… read more

(Excellent )

7 juin 2023

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Come help our non-profit yoga ...)

Possibly my best workaway experience. Silvia, her friends and family make you feel at home, as one of their own, and there is a real sense of community here.

The food, amazing, plentiful and of high quality. Whether from the garden or purchased. Genuine Italian meals with an opportunity to learn how to cook them.

The location is only couple… read more

(Excellent )

20 mai 2017

Laissé par l'hôte (Learn about the restoration ...) pour le workawayer (Stephen)

Stephen is definitely the handyman helper. From using a blow torch to set an epoxy finish on countertops to repairing 120 year old plaster using a technique that was new to both of us to applying lacquer and installing kitchen wainscot for our reproduction 1890-era kitchen, Stephen can take on anything. He works safely and finishes his work… read more

(Excellent )

4 mai 2017

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Learn about the restoration ...)

I recently spent a month with Roy and Kim and can say with confidence it has been one of my best workaway experiences. The family was incredibly hospitable, accommodating and I immediately felt welcomed. Roy took the time to show me sites inside and outside of the city, including a hike through the Columbia River Gorge where I saw numerous… read more

(Excellent )

24 avr. 2016

Laissé par le workawayer (Stephen) pour l'hôte (Conscious community and ...)

I just finished a one month work exchange at this Farm and I would definitely recommend this host to other workawayers! This is not your typical workaway experience, there is a strong emphasis on community and communication here and the farm is socially engaging.

The host Jon values input from the workers and allows a degree of… read more

(Excellent )

25 avr. 2013

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Stephen)

If you offer to host Stephen, and he accepts, lucky you, you just won the jackpot! Stephen is an exceptional volunteer in both his easy to get along with personality and the high level skill and work ethic he brings to the site. Expect a mature, dependable, adaptable and capable young man.
We have had the privileged of hosting Stephen for a… read more

(Excellent )

25 févr. 2012

Laissé par l'hôte pour le workawayer (Stephen)

I manage the housekeeping where we have employed Steve for the last eight weeks.

He has established himself well and requires no supervision once a task is provided.
Throughout his tenure we found him to be completely reliable, trustworthy, conscientious and personable and proved to be a wonderful addition to our housekeeping team!

While… read more

(Excellent )

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