Christopher Dillavou
Keokuk,IA
Summary
Dependable and hard worker looking for full-time employment. Experience in many different technical areas as well as sales and cash handling. Goal-oriented individual versed in greeting high-volume of customers and recommending merchandise based on individual requirements. Skilled at creating displays to promote higher sales, completing cash register transactions and maintaining accurate records of all transactions. Highly motivated [Type] Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased revenue, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with targeted markets. Consistently recognized for sales performance and excellence in customer service. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Aqueous Vapor
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Cash handling, bank deposits, maintain inventory, make and process sales, check identification, basic cleaning, opening and closing duties.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
Aircraft Maintainer
United States Air Force
04.2009 - 08.2012
- Medically Retired
- Reduced downtime for aircraft repairs by efficiently diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues.
- Adhered to strict safety regulations when handling hazardous materials or using specialized equipment, ensuring the well-being of both personnel and aircraft.
- Maintained high levels of safety by strictly adhering to established protocols when working on electrical systems and components.
- Ensured proper documentation of all maintenance activities, maintaining accurate records for regulatory compliance.
- Maintained clean working environments that met or exceeded federal guidelines while performing tasks like fueling, oil changes, tire rotations, or other routine services.
Farm Laborer
08.2004 - 05.2008
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete daily farm tasks efficiently and quickly.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Supported animal welfare by providing proper care, feeding, and living conditions for livestock.
- Assisted farmers with feeding and watering cows, sheep, goats, and pigs.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Built and mended fencing to prevent stock from straying, divide land and improve organization.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Contributed to overall farm cleanliness by regularly removing debris from fields following harvests.
- Operated harvesters and cultivators to till soil and plow fields.
Education
High school or equivalent - Diploma
Clark County Jr-Sr High School
Kahoka, MOTechnical - Aviation Maintenance
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Kansas City
Kansas City, MO01.2017
None - Computer Science
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO12.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office (10 years)
- Cash Handling (1 year)
- Sales Experience (1 year)
- Inventory Control (1 year)
- Computer Skills (10 years)
- Customer Service (2 years)
- Electrical Experience (1 year)
- Aircraft Maintenance (4 years)
- Machining (1 year)
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving skills
- Listening Skills
- Multi-tasking strength
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent people skills
- Reliable and punctual
- Goal-Oriented
- Relationship Building
- Exceptional customer service
- Cash Handling
- Money Handling
Military Service
Air Force, United States, Airman First Class, 04/01/09, 09/01/11, Aircraft Control and Maintenance
Timeline
Sales Associate
Aqueous Vapor
04.2018 - 03.2019
Aircraft Maintainer
United States Air Force
04.2009 - 08.2012
Farm Laborer
08.2004 - 05.2008
High school or equivalent - Diploma
Clark County Jr-Sr High School
Technical - Aviation Maintenance
Aviation Institute of Maintenance-Kansas City
None - Computer Science
Missouri Western State University
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