To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Walmart
03.2022 - Current
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
Train associates in utilizing inventory app to restock merchandise.
Train associates on how to properly restock and how to find information within inventory apps.
Trainer for electric pallet jack, fork lift, walking stacker, and scissor lift.
Correct and maintain proper inventory within apps as well as on shelves.
Perform back-end duties in order to keep storage rooms clear, clean, and free of debris, and help keep shifts running efficiently with clean walkways, empty compactors, pallets organized, and inventory in proper areas.
Place product on shelves as well as in proper storage areas when facing over-stock.
Licensed Foster Care
Arbor Circle
06.2014 - 02.2020
Completed comprehensive assessments of child to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
Collaborated with school personnel, workers and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
Introduced students to concepts in algebra and reading to encourage recall of educational content.
Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
SSI Caretaker
Self/Social Security
09.2013 - 06.2015
Cared for person that was on disability and needed day-to-day life assistance.
Crew Leader
Levitation Staging
06.2009 - 09.2013
Pack and load gear onto semi-trucks.
Drive semi-truck.
Supervise build/erection phase of structures on site as per clients needs.
Supervise structure for duration of event.
Supervise dismantling of structures as well as reloading of materials onto trucks.
Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
Create pack/load list for warehouse.
Receive and build quotes with clients for their function's needs.
Stagehand
I.A.T.S.E. Local 26
09.2005 - 09.2013
Worked with team of differing sizes (2-25) to put all props and set pieces in place and supervised prop movements at correct times during performances.
Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
Developed and maintained successful relationships with media professionals.
Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for concert performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
Assistant Manager
Cadillac Jack
02.2007 - 05.2009
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Monitored security to protect employees, customers and property.
Owner/Operator/Leased
Fruitport Dairy Bar
02.2008 - 10.2008
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Hired, scheduled, trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Clean and maintain machines
keep track of inventory and place orders as necessary.
Maintain registers and cash needs.
Crew Leader
Levitation Staging
05.2001 - 08.2005
Operations Supervisor
SMG Grand Center Convention Center
03.1997 - 05.2001
Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and client-focused meetings.
Evaluated team member performance and productivity, provided feedback and implemented corrective actions.
Enhanced operational performance and reduced labor expenses by developing and optimizing standard practices.
Outsourced unnecessary services to save on labor, supplies and equipment costs and adhere to company budgets.
Compiled training materials for new employees and tracked skill development.
Tracked company equipment, tools and technology to manage inventory.
Coordinated individual duties after careful evaluation of each employee's skill level and knowledge.
Conducted interviews and hiring. Supervised as many as 80 full and part-time employees consisting of two shifts.
Created schedules for staff based on event needs as well as special needs for individual events.
Combat Medic Specialist
Michigan Army National Guard
07.1991 - 07.1999
Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history for as many as 120 soldiers.
Recognized and treated medical conditions with proven techniques, equipment and knowledge of medical and military protocols.
Assessed needs and conditions of assigned patients and gathered critical patient health information.
Developed and deployed triage skills and delivered optimal emergency care in combat environments.
Worked as crisis team member and clearly communicated with other health care members to best care for patients with diverse military wounds.
Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
Conducted end-of-shift cleaning, sanitation and resupply of equipment to promote organized, sanitary workstation.
Transported critically ill and injured patients to nearest medical center, using advanced life support equipment as needed.
Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
Acted as team leader and took responsibility for scene and unit management to maximize integrated support of patients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montague High School, Montague, MI
No Degree - Business And Computers
Davenport University, Grand Rapids, MI
Skills
In-Store Support
Sales Training
Verbal Communication
Guest Relations
Multitasking Strengths
Sales Expertise
Stocking and Replenishing
Excellent People Skills
Stockroom Upkeep
Inventory Tracking
Timeline
Sales Associate - Walmart
03.2022 - Current
Licensed Foster Care - Arbor Circle
06.2014 - 02.2020
SSI Caretaker - Self/Social Security
09.2013 - 06.2015
Crew Leader - Levitation Staging
06.2009 - 09.2013
Owner/Operator/Leased - Fruitport Dairy Bar
02.2008 - 10.2008
Assistant Manager - Cadillac Jack
02.2007 - 05.2009
Stagehand - I.A.T.S.E. Local 26
09.2005 - 09.2013
Crew Leader - Levitation Staging
05.2001 - 08.2005
Operations Supervisor - SMG Grand Center Convention Center
03.1997 - 05.2001
Combat Medic Specialist - Michigan Army National Guard
07.1991 - 07.1999
Montague High School - High School Diploma,
Davenport University - No Degree, Business And Computers