Connor Traweek
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Caring Dog Handler with 1 year of experience creating individual training programs to help clients manage pet behavior. Positive attitude and well-organized with strong knowledge of diverse dog breeds and temperaments.
Trustworthy Dog Handler adept at applying positive reinforcement and dominant actor techniques to improve dog behavior. Proficient in training dogs for visually impaired, protection services and general obedience. Offering 1 year of experience combined with warm personality and passion for helping dogs integrate with families.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dog Handler
National Veterinary Associates
08.2022 - Current
- Managed up to 120 dogs of varying breeds and sizes, providing attentive care.
- Interpreted body language to keep dogs engaged in fun activities and de-escalated potential cases of aggression.
- Incorporated positive reinforcement methods to correct behavior problems and train for competitions, law enforcement use and home security.
- Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Observed animals closely to understand individual needs and behaviors.
- Modified undesirable behaviors with use of successful and safe behavior modifications techniques.
- Observed animals during different activities to identify possible illnesses or injuries requiring care.
- Kept animals stimulated with variety of enrichment activities.
- Talked to or interacted with animals to increase familiarity with human voices or contact.
Engine Technician
Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Troubleshot systems, traced problems and diagnosed root causes.
- Removed components and completed repairs or installed new replacements.
- Completed required documentation such as work-completed reports, timesheets and quality assessments via handwritten forms or business system input screens.
- Performed vehicle lubrication and DOT safety inspections.
- Maintained safe working conditions by keeping shop areas clean and free from unneeded items.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Completed warranty services and submitted required paperwork.
- Replaced parts such as belts, hoses and motors on different systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.'
- Would Handle upwards of 10 to 20 separate cars a day troubleshooting and helping the customers understand the vehicle.
Automotive Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2021
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Checked fluids, tires, brakes, and other systems as part of 6-point inspection.
- Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
- Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
- Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
- Vacuumed interior of vehicles and washed exterior windows to boost customer satisfaction.
- Engaged in customer follow-up phone calls to promote quality and consumer satisfaction.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
- Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
- Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
Elderly Caretaker
Bonaventure Assisted Living
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted elderly with daily living activities and physical therapies.
- Encouraged elderly to engage in people-centered activities and participate in community.
- Reported signs of elderly abuse and witnessed misappropriation to supervisor.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to cater to client needs and better assist.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
Education
Ph.D. - Zoology
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO08.2030
High School Diploma -
Castle View High School
Castle Rock, CO08.2022
Skills
- Ear Cleaning
- Dietary Restrictions
- Animal Husbandry
- Detailed Cleaning
- Behavioral Support
- Service Scheduling
- Customer Satisfaction
- Daily Logs
- Facility Upkeep
- Disease Management
- Compassionate Care
- Wound Care
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Documented and resolved Injury Issues involving animals
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Dog Handler
National Veterinary Associates
08.2022 - Current
Engine Technician
Christian Brothers Automotive Corporation
03.2021 - 07.2022
Automotive Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube Inc.
01.2020 - 02.2021
Elderly Caretaker
Bonaventure Assisted Living
01.2019 - 12.2019
Ph.D. - Zoology
Arapahoe Community College
High School Diploma -
Castle View High School
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