ASSIGNMENT 2

Winter 2018, CARE 91

NAME: Kuldeep Singh

ID: 4257967

ASSIGNMENT TYPE: ESSAY

TOTAL CONTRIBUTION: 15%

TOTAL MARKS: 20
 Date of submission: Week 6

LEARNING OUTCOMES COVERED:

Create effective cover letters and resumes to target employment opportunities;

CARE 91 – Business Career Strategies
Assignment #2 (15%)

Preparing resume for a job:

The purpose of this assignment is to acknowledge students with the intricate process of applying
to a job. The task involves researching relevant job postings from various sources like print
media, job search/company websites or through personal network; tailoring your resume to the
job description and applying to the job.
You must research and choose one job posting preferably in line with your educational and/or
work background, that you wish to apply for. Customize your resume and apply to the job using
the customized information.

Part 1
 The source / link of the job posting and the job posting itself comprises of part 1 of the
assignment.
 Be as detailed as possible with the job description and specifications
 Write a brief paragraph about why you choose to apply for this job.

Part 2
The second part of the assignment comprises of the tailored resume. (Refer to pages 39-53 of
your course workbook)
 Resume Rubric
Name: Kuldeep Singh ID Number:4257967
Content Excellent Average Need improvement
5 3 1
Header Accurate, complete, Accurate and Missing important
polished complete Element
 Includes name,
address, phone
number and
professional e-mail
Objective Clear, concise statement or Very general No objective or
skill specific to position or cover letter
industry.
Skills  Listed in order of Unrelated to position Skills too generic or
importance to the or industry no skills
employer
 Use of numbers and
bullets States top
skills that employer
is looking for
Experience  Effective use of Some use of action Ineffective use of
action verbs verbs, Some results action verbs No use
 Appropriate use of Limited use of of industry
industry specific industry specific language
language language
 Used bullets, not
paragraphs

Education Includes all key elements Includes most Missing

University name, city, state fundamental fundamental
elements information
Sell yourself  Student sells Resume is basic and Resume does not
 themselves well qualifications are sell best
enough to get an general qualifications
interview
 All skills and
qualifications are
relevant to the
career field
 Set yourself apart
from your peers.
Total Marks: ………………..
 Job Posting
https://www.canadapost.ca/web/en/pages/aboutus/details.page?article=lettercarrier

Job

Job Description
Great Physical activity going around the city distributing the mails to different post
interacting with the customers. Serving the community and willing to be an ambassador for
the company.
Key Responsibility

 Be punctual
 Deliverying the right package on the right address.
 Go according to the time given delivery time.
 To be able to communicate with the customer
 Willingness to serve and be ready for any problems or complications.

Job Specification
 A valid permanent provincial Driver’s Licence
 A 3 year satisfactory safe driving record (Driver’s abstract)
 Experience working with the public
 To be able to meet time schedules, carry a satchel loaded up to 15.9 kilos (35 lbs), handle
mail items up to 22.7 kilos (50 lbs), walk and climb stairs to deliver mail in all kinds of
weather and traffic conditions for long periods of time
 Proficiency in maintaining records, preparing routine reports, organizing material
 Exceptional customer service skills
 To pass pre-employment assessments including an interview, security screening, and a
physical abilities assessment.
 To successfully complete a training program and pass training tests
Write a brief paragraph about why I choose to apply for this job.

I was very excited to see the vacancy for a Letter carrier(J1016-0598) which was advertised on
the Canada post website. I am a well qualified and would be an excellent choice for this
position.
I have an ability to grow with a job, handle responsibility and build positive relationships with
work colleagues at all levels. I am confident that I will work hard and I will bring high
performance to your company.
Beyond that which is already mentioned in my attached resume, I am someone who knows
how to set goals and achieve them, and have a proven track record of being able to conceive,
develop & execute strategies. I feel certain that my strong skills coupled with my ability to
adapt new skills quickly will be of immediate value to your company.
 Kuldeep Singh
45 Hullrick Dr, Etobicoke, M9W6X1

romewrkd@gmail.com

+1 647 978 8834

Objective: To Secure a position at Canada Post as a Letter Carrier; where I can use my skills,
knowledge and hard work for building the success of the company.

Skills

 Strong communication and organizational skills

 Critical thinking and sharp problem-solving skills.
 Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office.
 Attention to detail and energetic work attitude.
 Ability to work independently.
 Excellence team player and a cooperative team member.
 Efficient Multi-Tasking Skills.
 Fluent in English, Punjabi and Hindi.
 Friendly nature.
 Strategic planning
 Customer relations
 Excellent time management skills
 Effective problem solver
 Time management skills
 Project management

Work Experience

New Punjab Motor Transport, Jamshedpur.

Maintenance of Commercial Vehicles Aug 2010- Jan 2012

 Used equipment to assist with Transportation products.

 Maintained the fleet and workforce.
 Managed the Dispatch.

New Punjab Motor Transport, Jamshedpur.

Marketing Head Nov 2015- Mar 2016

 Buying parts and managing billing for the fleet.

 Handling the fleet and workforce .
 Shipped containers, and affixed appropriate labels.
 Managed Dispatch.

Dundas Fruits and Vegetables, Mississauga.

Packaging June 2016- Nov 2016

 Prepared containers and inspected all shipping material.

 Counted inventory and placed it into boxes.
 Shipped containers, and affixed appropriate labels.

U-Haul, Etobicoke.

Customer Service Representative Jan 2017- May 2017

 Knowing about the products and services.

 Handling and managing the fleet.
 Managing the opening and closing of the cash drawer.
 Interacting with the customers.

C.B.Stealth Express, Milton.

Customer Service Representative June 2017- Feb 2018

 Knowing about the products and services.

 Handling and managing the fleet.
 Managing the opening and closing of the cash drawer.
 Interacting with the customers.
 Managing Dispatch.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma J.K.S Inter College -Jamshedpur 2010

Bachelor of Commerce Dr.C.V.Raman University -Bilaspur 2015

General Buisness St.Lawrence College -Kingston 2017

References:
Available upon request.