Aaron Boettcher
Longmont,CO
Summary
Dedicated to daily oversight and interactions with residents. Bringing work history leading and monitoring recreational activities and observing individuals during regular household routines. Professional when communicating with teammates, family members and authorities. Approachable individual with excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Passionate about helping others succeed with proven track record in developing successful mentoring relationships with students. Fosters sense of community among any persons to support individuals in times of need. Communicative individual with strong understanding of dynamics of residence hall life to handle challenging situations with empathy and efficiency. Experienced in guiding and helping residents meet academic and personal goals. Knack for building relationships and helping students navigate anew way of living. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level SAD Counseling position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Omnia Vintage And Thrift
06.2022 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
Warehouse Manager/Sales Associate
Indelco Plastics
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify timely delivery of materials and supplies, avoiding delays.
- Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
Union Chief Steward
Amalgamated Transit Union ATU Local 1001
08.2014 - 04.2019
- Successfully resolved grievances at with a win-win focus.
- Negotiated as a team member a landmark Labor Contract.
- Gained cooperation in an adversarial environment.
- Effective use of contract law to resolve conflicts and mistakes.
- Attended workshops and trainings in customer service, conflict resolution tactics, and safety procedures to keep abreast of all new requirements and procedures.
Light Rail Operator Instructor
Regional Transportation District
04.2005 - 04.2019
- Able to take zero time new hires from classroom instruction through many modules of training and practical operation to successful careers as Light Rail Operators.
- Created an entirely new and effective course of training adopted by my management.
- Effective evaluation of deficits, strengths and goals of individuals and groups to tailor effective training techniques.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from riders regarding fares and streetcar schedules.
- Reported vehicle issues and malfunctions to maintenance department to schedule repair and minimize downtime.
- Maximized equipment performance and passenger safety by following company inspection and maintenance protocols and procedures.
- Monitored lights indicating obstructions or other trains ahead and watched for car and truck traffic at crossings to stay alert to potential hazards.
Light Rail Operator
Regional Transportation District
10.2004 - 04.2019
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from riders regarding fares and streetcar schedules.
- Reported vehicle issues and malfunctions to maintenance department to schedule repair and minimize downtime.
- Maximized equipment performance and passenger safety by following company inspection and maintenance protocols and procedures.
- Monitored lights indicating obstructions or other trains ahead and watched for car and truck traffic at crossings to stay alert to potential hazards.
- Drove and controlled rail-guided public transportation such as subways, elevated trains and electric-powered streetcars to transport passengers.
- Moved riders to safety by directing emergency evacuation procedures during crisis situations.
- Operated streetcar safely by carefully observing city, state and federal laws.
- Adhered to FCC regulations when operating streetcar communication systems to announce stops and special circumstances to riders.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Bus Operator
Regional Transportation District
04.1999 - 04.2019
- Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
- Performed regular bus inspections and checked brakes, steering and windshield wipers.
- Answered questions from passengers with respect and accuracy, providing information about fares, schedule details and baggage stowing.
- Worked different route every day based on changing passenger locations and destinations.
- Accepted and processed fares.
- Assisted distressed passengers and notified dispatch of bus location and passenger symptoms.
- Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
- Transported elderly, disabled or otherwise limited passengers to doctors' offices and medical appointments.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Maintained a Commercial Drivers License including Medical Examiners Certification
Production Laborer
Southwestern Portland Cement
07.1996 - 08.1998
- Effectively worked in an active mining operation.
- Safely worked in Heavy Industry involving the processing of various rock and mineral deposits into many types of cement.
- Maintained the safe reclamation of waste dust and spills.
- Maintained a certification as a Miner with the Mine Safety and Health Administration.
- Worked with all production Crews as they rotated shifts maintaining effective relationships with all five crews.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
Lot Technician
Del Camino RV
06.1996 - 07.1996
- Parked and retrieved RVs according to customer needs.
- Followed safety protocols for personal, guest and RV safety.
- Conducted regular spot checks to verify appropriate and safe parking of all vehicles and trailers.
- Kept facilities clean, neat, and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry
Bachelor of Arts - History/Political Science
Bachelor of Science - International Business
Bachelor of Science - Aviation And Airway Science
Skills
- Inventory Tracking
- Dispute Mediation
- Market Research
- Verbal Communication
- Negotiation Tactics
- Excellent People Skills
- Speaking Clearly
- Ambulation Assistance
- Group Activities
- Safety Standards and Compliance
- Substance Abuse Disorders
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Coaching and Counseling
- Care Plan Management
- Implementing Safety Programs
- At-Risk Consumers
- Crisis Situations
- Emergency Support
- Communication Clarity
Accomplishments
- 1996 Nominated to United States Military Academy West Point, New York by two US Senators from CO and my US Representative from my district in CO
- 1996-1998 Scholarship Athlete in Cheer Squad Bethany College Lindsborg, KS
- 1996-1998 Scholarship musician Bethany College Lindsborg KS
- Led tours in Western Europe through Germany, Sweden and Norway
- Completed 12 Steps under sponsorship
- Sponsored individuals with both drug and alcohol addictions in 12 Steps
Timeline
Sales Associate - Omnia Vintage And Thrift
06.2022 - Current
Warehouse Manager/Sales Associate - Indelco Plastics
05.2022 - 09.2022
Union Chief Steward - Amalgamated Transit Union ATU Local 1001
08.2014 - 04.2019
Light Rail Operator Instructor - Regional Transportation District
04.2005 - 04.2019
Light Rail Operator - Regional Transportation District
10.2004 - 04.2019
Bus Operator - Regional Transportation District
04.1999 - 04.2019
Production Laborer - Southwestern Portland Cement
07.1996 - 08.1998
Lot Technician - Del Camino RV
06.1996 - 07.1996
Bethany College - Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry
Bethany College - Bachelor of Arts, History/Political Science
Colorado State University - Bachelor of Science, International Business
Metropolitan State University of Denver - Bachelor of Science, Aviation And Airway Science
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