Darren Goldthwaite
Carmichael,CA
Summary
I'm a professional with experience in animal care, and customer service environments. Skilled in monitoring animal health, administering biomethods, and maintaining clean, safe environments. Very proud to see trainees graduate the training program I run from start to finish. I have a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Animal Care Technician/Trainer
The Jackson Laboratory
06.2021 - Current
- Administered daily care and feeding for diverse animal species, ensuring optimal health and well-being.
- Monitored animal behavior and reported changes to veterinary staff, contributing to timely medical interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness of animal enclosures using industry-standard cleaning protocols, promoting hygiene and safety.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper handling techniques and care procedures for various animals
- Completed aging, weaning, sexing, fecal sampling, ear notch training etc for mice.
Assistant Manager
Round Table Pizza, Inc
06.2016 - 06.2021
- As a starting employee I politely assisted customers in person and via telephone, taking orders & delivering them in an efficient manner
- I rolled the store's daily amount of fresh dough and maintained cleanliness and presentation of the store. I moved up quickly to assistant manager from learning all the positions.
- I completed side tasks given by my manager, and regularly helped with the food order, time submissions for employees, and worker’s scheduling.
Cashier/Customer Service Member
Walmart
03.2015 - 05.2016
- I helped keep the flow of the store moving quickly and efficiently while greeting customers & expressing a sense of urgency to help them.
- I also worked on the Customer Service desk doing returns, exchanges, & working on money orders or transfers.
Team Member
Papa Murphy’s
06.2014 - 03.2015
- I consistently provided friendly customer service and hospitality while I prepared foods such as pizzas and salads.
- I followed specific methods that required quick prep time and efficiency. I closed the store often and was happy to help the team where I could.
Education
Highschool Diploma - AP Language
Dixon Highschool
01.2015
Skills
- Customer service and assistance
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Kind customer engagement
- Sanitation protocols
- Laboratory skills
- Euthanasia assistance
- Safety and health precautions
- Emergency care
- Safe chemical handling
- Facility cleaning
- Records management
- Animal handling
Accomplishments
- Achieved graduation success with trainees through effectively helping with their training from start to finish.
- Documented and resolved biosecurity issue which led to better clean protocols in Lab environment.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets & KPI data
- Supervised team of up to 6 trainees at a time, all at different spots in their training program on my own.
LEADERSHIP
Leadership roles have seemed to present themselves in contrasting ways in my life. From starting as a roller at Roundtable working up to Management, to writing music and managing a band, I naturally like to help others. Moving from a technician to a trainer was very similar. I wanted to move into leadership roles as it fits what I value, helping others. I do as much as I can with the opportunities and time I have. I am always pushing to better myself, and added responsibility feels very rewarding to me.
Certification
- Animal Care Technician
- Animal Care Trainer
- Lab Animal Sciences
- Genetics 1
- ALAT
- Biomethods which include;
- Fecal Sampling, Ear Notch, Euthanasia, Secondary Euthanasia, Time Pregnancy, Restraint, Sexing, Age Determination, and more.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Audio Engineering
- Quality Time with Wife & Pets
- Live Music
- Guitar
- Outdoor Recreation
Timeline
Animal Care Technician/Trainer
The Jackson Laboratory
06.2021 - Current
Assistant Manager
Round Table Pizza, Inc
06.2016 - 06.2021
Cashier/Customer Service Member
Walmart
03.2015 - 05.2016
Team Member
Papa Murphy’s
06.2014 - 03.2015
Highschool Diploma - AP Language
Dixon Highschool
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