Dakota Best
Pensacola,FL
Summary
I have a very unique background that allows me to connect with people and build lasting relationships in the workplace. As well as I’m someone who puts 110% into whatever they are doing. I believe in trying to be the best at whatever it is you’re doing because that extra little bit makes all the difference in your performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Eau Gallie Electric
Melbourne, FL
09.2023 - Current
- Executed installations of EMT, rigid conduit, as well as flexible conduit systems.
- Used hand tools such as wire strippers, cutters to prepare wires for connections to boxes, terminals.
- Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
- Applied effective methods of pulling wires through conduit runs, utilizing both fish tapes and pull strings when required.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Experienced in efficiently utilizing Excavators, Skid Steers, and Telehandler's while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Switchgear 100A-2500A
- Medium voltage switchgear
- Commercial generators 30kw-1250kw
- Motor Control Centers
- Duct Bank
- Transformers
- Install and terminate uninterrupted power supplies
- ATS switches
- ATCT Critical Power Distribution Systems
- Airport lighting appurtenance and control devices
- PAPI lighting systems
- VASI lighting systems
- OSHA 10
- Cad-weld certificate
Business Owner
D.Best PWS
Palm Bay, FL
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
Delivery Truck Driver
Poor Paul’s Produce
Indialantic, FL
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Coordinated accurate paperwork and collected payments from customers to meet financial objectives.
- Verified order details at distribution center and customer locations to prevent errors.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in all interactions to promote satisfaction and maintain company loyalty.
- Ran routes of up to 200 miles per day to efficiently deliver 15+ orders.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Maneuvered shipments with carts, hands trucks and pallet jacks, efficiently loading and unloading vehicles to maintain tight timetables.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
- Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
Pizza Delivery Driver
Domino's Pizza
Melbourne, FL
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Collected tips from customers through hands-free electronic methods.
- Represented employer with pride and enthusiasm, helped recruit and train new team members and set example at helping customers and management beyond job description requirements.
- Communicated with customers cheerfully and built lasting and loyal business relationships with repeat delivery customers, resulting in long-term business and referrals.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Recorded weekly hours and mileage for accurate payment.
Car Wash Manager
Pit Stop Express Wash
Melbourne, FL
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Recruited, hired and trained new employees, including monitoring and review of individual performance.
- Generated reports to assess performance and make adjustments.
- Contributed to programs to optimize productivity, streamline efficiency and boost profitability.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and when dealing with unhappy customers, effectively diffusing situations.
- Addressed internal and customer-related issues each day and affected strategic resolutions.
- Cross-trained in every store role to maximize operational knowledge.
- Extended existing customer relationships through extensive communication and tried-and-true marketing strategies.
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Supervised and trained customer service team members to provide exceptional service, driving retention and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
Car Salesman
Gator Chrysler Dodge Jeep
Melbourne , FL
11.2017 - 10.2019
- Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
- Worked with off-site locations to find desired items for customers.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Responded to inquiries from potential customers via email and telephone.
- Worked with customers and sales management to reach price agreements and explain all warranty, sales and option package procedures.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Provided information about sales processes, warranty requirements and service standards.
- Showcased vehicle features and took customers on test drives in local area.
- Maximized used inventory quality by managing trade-ins effectively and sourcing more desirable vehicles at auctions.
- Maintained high referrals and consistent repeat business due to first-rate customer service standards.
- Checked purchased vehicles at delivery for damage and final preparations.
- Filled out paperwork to register vehicles and complete sales.
- Oversaw customer test drives and demonstrated standard and optional features.
- Evaluated vehicles before final pickup to check for damage and completed delivery tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Florida Air Academy
Melbourne, FL05.2013
Skills
- Electrical installations
- Conduit systems
- Circuit maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Safety compliance
- Code compliance
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Field installation
- Schematic reading
- Conduit bending
- Hazardous location wiring
- Power distribution
- Test equipment operation
- Cable and wiring specialist
- Wiring diagrams
- Underground wiring
- Transformer maintenance
- AC/DC power and control systems
- Commercial and industrial electrician
- High voltage systems
Timeline
Electrician
Eau Gallie Electric
09.2023 - Current
Business Owner
D.Best PWS
11.2020 - 06.2021
Delivery Truck Driver
Poor Paul’s Produce
06.2020 - 05.2021
Pizza Delivery Driver
Domino's Pizza
06.2020 - 10.2020
Car Wash Manager
Pit Stop Express Wash
01.2019 - 06.2020
Car Salesman
Gator Chrysler Dodge Jeep
11.2017 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Florida Air Academy