Colin Bump
Escondido,CA
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Strong work ethic, and excellent customer service skills. Flexible, friendly team player, motivated, and eager to contribute to a great organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Wildlife Care Associate
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Escondido, CA
05.2024 - Current
- Administers prescribed medication under supervision and nutritional supplements to ensure optimal wildlife health.
- Maintains logs and records on animal health and care practices.
- Transports wildlife from behind-the-scenes areas to public areas for training sessions and public engagement.
- Reinforces trained behaviors through consistent exercises and interactions with wildlife.
- Provides information to the public while addressing inquiries about wildlife.
- Cleans and maintains animal habitat areas.
- Prepares diets and feeds assigned wildlife.
- Assists Wildlife Care Specialists with tasks and training sessions.
Buildings & Grounds Relief Lead
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Escondido, CA
02.2022 - Current
- Inspects and evaluates the work of Building and Grounds Attendants for quality assurance. Ensures Attendants understood assigned tasks and cleaning schedule. Monitors completion of tasks within designated timeframes. Instructs attendants on special setups, and assists as needed.
- Conducts equipment inspections to maintain operational standards.
- Serves as acting Lead/Management during absences to ensure continuity.
- Performs specialized cleaning duties as required by management. Provides adequate supplies to Attendants for assigned tasks.
Buildings & Grounds Attendant
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Escondido, CA
04.2021 - Current
- Utilize radio for effective issue communication, responding to calls and assisting team members.
- Showcases a strong focus on cleanliness and order in the upkeep of pathways and roads; sweeps, hoses, employs machinery such as leaf blowers and pressure washers, and removes puddles and debris.
- Facilitates environmental care through pulling, relining trash, recycling, and compost bins, collecting food trays, cleaning glass, wiping tables and chairs, and organizing storage closets.
- Maintains standards of cleanliness through the disinfection of toilets, urinals, sinks, mirrors, floors, hand dryers, hygiene container disposal, drains, and paper product restocking.
- Operates vehicles, load and unload items into vehicles, and deliver supplies to various locations.
- Provides exceptional guest service through an approachable and friendly demeanor. Answers guests' questions, gives directions, and shares useful information.
Front Counter Team Member
Chick--A
Escondido, CA
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Taking customers' orders, assisting customers with questions and complaints, making beverages, bagging and expediting customer orders, cleaning and maintaining the guest dining room, employee work areas, parking lot, and drive-thru, and directing guest vehicle traffic.
- Opening and closing the restaurant involves restocking condiments, refilling utensils, performing maintenance on soda and ice cream machines, and sweeping, scrubbing, and mopping the dining room and employee areas.
Childcare Provider
Christine Essex
Laguna Niguel, CA
06.2019 - 08.2020
- Monitor child while parents were absent. Entertain the child with appropriate activities, such as playing sports and reading books.
- Prepare meals for the child if needed, and administer prescribed medications.
- Transport the child to school, and other events, such as sports games and other extracurricular activities.
Private Basketball Coach
WESTCOAST LEGENDARY Basketball & Fitness Training
Laguna Niguel, CA
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Conducted player assessments to evaluate skill level and physical condition.
- Instructed players in proper techniques for shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense and offense.
- Developed and implemented practice plans and drills to improve player performance.
- Maintained accurate records of players' individual progress.
- Collaborated with other coaches to design plays that capitalized on the players' strengths.
Sales Associate
Mia Bella Frozen Yogurt & Desserts
Escondido, CA
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Work the cash register, assist customers as needed, clean and maintain yogurt machines and freezers, prepare various food items, and clean and maintain the dining room.
- Accounting for daily sales, preparing bank deposits, and restocking inventory, sweep and mop store floor, wipe tables and chairs, clean and sanitize restroom.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's Academy
San Marcos, CA06-2018
Skills
- Problem solving
- Resourcefulness
- Adaptability
- Fortitude
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Wildlife Care Associate
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
05.2024 - Current
Buildings & Grounds Relief Lead
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
02.2022 - Current
Buildings & Grounds Attendant
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
04.2021 - Current
Front Counter Team Member
Chick--A
10.2020 - 10.2022
Private Basketball Coach
WESTCOAST LEGENDARY Basketball & Fitness Training
11.2019 - 05.2020
Childcare Provider
Christine Essex
06.2019 - 08.2020
Sales Associate
Mia Bella Frozen Yogurt & Desserts
03.2017 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
St. Joseph's Academy
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