Colin Wagner
Trumbull,CT
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. 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.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Bather
KaliannaFaust
11.2018 - Current
- Followed effective process for bathing, drying and grooming dogs based off their individual needs/ medical conditions/ temperament
- Welcomed customers upon arrival and ushered pets to holding kennels or group play areas.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Carefully determining the drying needs depending on breed coat
- Assisted groomers with all needs to allow the day to flow well and maintain a tight schedule
- Followed opening and closing shift procedures solo
- Use safe and fear free techniques while handling all pets and maintaining a cage free environment with dogs from different families
- Contact and communicate with customers via phone, text and email to book appointments/ give updates and discuss any concerns with the pet parent
- Handling all cash/ credit/ electric transactions and end of day close out
- Cleaning/ disinfecting of all equipment/ kennels/ toys and holding areas
Granite Installer
Independant
04.2020 - 11.2021
- Prepared granite by filling in chips or cracks and polishing surfaces.
- Operated equipment and tools to move, cut and seal granite slabs for kitchens and baths.
- Cleaned, organized and prepared work areas for new installations.
- Promoted customer satisfaction with top-notch service and support.
- Followed company standards and code requirements for all jobs.
Dog Sitter
Self Employed
11.2018 - Current
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Followed pet care instructions, dietary needs, and medication regimens.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Collected animal waste produced on walks and discarded in trash or approved receptacles.
- Overnights
Deli Clerk
Stop & Shop
11.2017 - 12.2019
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
Warehouse Associate
HD&Sons Seafood
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- De shelled clams for packaging
- Bought local catch according to state regulations
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Gas Station Attendant
Goshen Market
04.2015 - 01.2016
- Maintained clean and orderly work station.
- Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
- Cleaned up gas and other spills in accordance with spill procedures.
- Built trustful relationships with customers to encourage return visits.
- Maintained inventory of all saleable items.
Ski Lift Operator
Mohawk Mountain
12.2015 - 03.2016
- Pulled levers to stop, adjust and start lifts.
- Educated visitors and guests in skiing, tubing and lift safety procedures.
- Maintained lift entrance, corral and pit areas by removing excess snow and performing pre-operation inspections.
- Verified best possible conditions for ramps and corrals to facilitate safe, efficient loading and unloading of customers.
- Maintained lift mazes, ramps and signs.
- Helped guests get on and off lift.
- Learned and enforced lift rules, policies and procedures.
Shift Leader
Five Guys
12.2013 - 04.2016
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed cash and credit card transactions accurately using POS software.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Managed shift operations, supplied resources and monitored team performance to keep business profitable and running smoothly.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Resolved conflicts between employees to maintain positive and productive work environments.
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
Summer Intern Tax Assessor
Newtown Town Of
07.2012 - 09.2012
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
Janitorial Worker Summer Intern
Newtown Public School District
07.2011 - 11.2011
- Swept hard surface floors using broom or push broom dust mop.
- Sanitized break area kitchen counters, tables and sinks.
- Removed spots from glass doors, mirrors and windows by spraying cleaner and wiping.
- Damp-mopped hard floors to clean and remove residue or spillage.
- Dusted surfaces, ledges, fixtures and furniture.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Cleaned and sanitized drinking fountains.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Hand-cleaned telephones, door knobs and remote controls.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Polished stainless steel fixtures and furniture details.
Education
Diploma -
Newtown High School
Sandy Hook, CT06.2013
Skills
- Cross-Selling Products and Services
- Supply Replenishment
- Pet Waste Removal
- Credit and Cash Payments
- Inventory Ordering
- Safety Measures
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Clear and Effective Communication
- Tool Sanitation Methods
- Product Restocking
- Facility Policies and Procedures
- Customer Service
- Facilities Maintenance
- Honest and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Pet Owner Advisory
- Equipment Disinfection
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Animal Care
- Problem-Solving
- Supply Unloading and Storage
- Animal Behavior Education
- Animal Observations
- Appointment Scheduling
- Housekeeping Duties
- Customer Communication
- Dependable and Responsible
- Supply Maintenance
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Granite Installer
Independant
04.2020 - 11.2021
Dog Bather
KaliannaFaust
11.2018 - Current
Dog Sitter
Self Employed
11.2018 - Current
Deli Clerk
Stop & Shop
11.2017 - 12.2019
Warehouse Associate
HD&Sons Seafood
02.2016 - 11.2016
Ski Lift Operator
Mohawk Mountain
12.2015 - 03.2016
Gas Station Attendant
Goshen Market
04.2015 - 01.2016
Shift Leader
Five Guys
12.2013 - 04.2016
Summer Intern Tax Assessor
Newtown Town Of
07.2012 - 09.2012
Janitorial Worker Summer Intern
Newtown Public School District
07.2011 - 11.2011
Diploma -
Newtown High School