Chris Shreves
Rapid City,SD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1987
1987
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistive Technologies Technician
Black Hills Works
Rapid City, South Dakota
02.2023 - Current
- Provide technical support for assistive devices, enhancing user independence and improving overall quality of life.
- Train clients and staff on the effective use of assistive technologies, fostering confidence and competency in device operation.
- Conduct regular maintenance and troubleshooting for assistive devices, ensuring optimal functionality and prolonged service life.
- Engage participants in meaningful activities that promote social interaction, leading to improved participant morale and community integration.
- Assist in the coordination of community events, fostering client connections and increasing awareness of available resources and support.
- Develope and implement engaging activities tailored to participant needs, enhancing their overall involvement and satisfaction.
Resource Tracking/Proofing Editor
Stecs Advertising Specialties
Rapid City, South Dakota
09.2015 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with design teams to refine logo concepts, resulting in improved client satisfaction and approval rates.
- Reviewed and edited logo proofs for accuracy, ensuring brand consistency across various client projects.
- Conducted quality checks on final logo proofs, minimizing errors and maintaining high standards for deliverables.
- Coordinated shipment schedules and tracked merchandise, ensuring timely delivery and minimizing delays throughout the supply chain.
Perennial Department Manager
Jolly Lane Greenhouse
Rapid City, South Dakota
01.2003 - 08.2015
- Led a team of horticultural specialists in maintaining plant health, maintenance, and production.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of quality plants and materials.
- Researched and evaluated new suppliers, expanding the vendor network and enhancing product offerings for the greenhouse.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Coordinated with sales teams to align purchasing decisions with market demands, improving product availability for customers.
Education
Smoky Valley High School
Lindsborg, KSSkills
- Assistive device support
- Technical troubleshooting
- Client training
- Community event coordination
- Horticultural expertise
- Activity development
- Participant engagement
- Safety Equipment
- Critical thinking
- Extensive organizational skills
Timeline
Assistive Technologies Technician
Black Hills Works
02.2023 - Current
Resource Tracking/Proofing Editor
Stecs Advertising Specialties
09.2015 - 02.2023
Perennial Department Manager
Jolly Lane Greenhouse
01.2003 - 08.2015
Smoky Valley High School