Chandler Ables
Summary
Motivated Shift Leader enthusiastic about helping team members meet and exceed objectives with compassionate leadership. Talented trainer and operational problem-solver with front-line experience and collaborative nature. Resourceful in balancing customer, company and employee needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Lead
Applegreen
Lexington
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure smooth workflow and team collaboration.
- Trained new employees on customer service and operational procedures.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
- Ensured the safe running a third shift
- Overnight store maintenance and inventory deliveries
- Used Point of Sale register system to complete transactions.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Followed safety protocols while handling food products during deliveries.
- Forged and cultivated strong relationships with customers within fast-paced and constantly moving environment.
- Issued sales promotion materials to customers to boost sales.
- Organized merchandise and sales promotion displays to attract customers.
- Stocked shelves with products ensuring proper placement and visibility.
- Organized inventory in backroom for efficient access and retrieval.
- Assisted customers in locating items and answered product inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of sales floor and storage areas.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sox civil construction llc
Lexington
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and grading projects at Sox Civil Construction.
- Maintained equipment to ensure operational safety and efficiency on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate site activities and equipment usage.
- Transported materials using heavy equipment to support construction operations efficiently.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
Customer Service Manager
The American dream inc
Columbia
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Managed daily customer service operations to ensure high satisfaction levels.
- Trained and mentored team members on best customer service practices.
- Developed training materials to enhance employee knowledge and skills.
- Resolved escalated customer issues effectively to maintain positive relationships.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained knowledge of company products and services to promptly resolve complaints and concerns.
- Reviewed customer feedback and complaints to identify areas of improvement in customer service processes.
- Developed and implemented strategies for providing excellent customer service experience.
- Spent the first year and a half running both the abc side and convenience side of the store
- Maintain products were ordered and stocked as well as he'll good relations with vendors
General Laborer
Medlin heating and air conditioning
Richland
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted technicians in installing heating and air conditioning systems.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for installation projects efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks on schedule.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
Education
Tremont High School
Tremont , MSSkills
- Customer service
- Team management
- Problem solving
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Workplace safety
- Relationship management
- Shift leadership
- Cash handling
- Verbal and written communication
- Issue resolution
- Equipment operation
- Site safety
- Heavy machinery maintenance
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Erosion control practices
- Backhoe handling
- Skid steer proficiency
- Debris removal
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment installation
- Ductwork design
- Commercial installation
- Insulation materials
Timeline
Shift Lead
Applegreen
09.2025 - 05.2026
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sox civil construction llc
02.2024 - 03.2025
Customer Service Manager
The American dream inc
09.2021 - 02.2023
General Laborer
Medlin heating and air conditioning
07.2018 - 03.2020
Tremont High School