Dontae Smith
Solar Installer
Tampa,FL
Summary
Personal Summary Entry level position with room to grow for advancement within the company. Efficient and dedicated worker who works hard and can also work well under pressure. Self-motivated and loyal. Detailed task-oriented, self-motivated and loyal with extensive customer service experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
19080 Bruce
Downs, Tampa, Fl
- Employee of The Month 6/01/17
- Crew Trainer worked at a fast pace and helps out customers cooking on grill, cleaning kitchen area and front counter, cook, cashier
McDonalds Cross Creek
Tampa, FL
04.2016 - Current
Solar Panel Installer
Titan Solar Power
Tampa, FL
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
- Used drawings, schematics, and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Determined appropriate sizes, ratings and locations for system overcurrent devices, disconnect devices, and grounding equipment.
- Assembled, wired and connected solar panels to existing components and systems.
- Installed solar panels on multiple residential and commercial properties to meet customer requirements.
- Troubleshot electrical issues related to solar panel installation and implemented swift resolutions.
- Configured PV systems based on site conditions and customers needs and expectations.
- Developed efficient installation techniques to decrease labor time.
- Conducted site visits, assessing solar panel placement and accurately measuring installation areas.
- Applied weather sealing to array, building or support mechanisms.
- Verified completion of inspections prior to installation processes to reduce delays.
- Isolated and addressed problems with electrical or environmental factors negatively impacting system operations.
- Tested system wiring layouts, grounds, and terminations to finalize installations.
Valet Parking Attendant
Tampa Marriott Water Street
Tampa , FL
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Explained parking rates and retrieval procedures to guests upon arrival.
- Issued ticket stubs and placed numbered tags on windshields to assist customers with locating vehicles.
- Lifted and removed barricades to open or close parking areas.
- Facilitated vehicle flow by managing traffic control and parking in assigned area.
- Answered general questions about parking fees, facilities, and directions.
- Inspected vehicles prior to parking and during retrieval to detect damage.
- Parked and retrieved automobiles, successfully driving both manual and automatic vehicles.
- Directed patrons to designated parking spaces.
- Kept parking lot clean and well-maintained to provide safe and attractive lot to customers.
- Used hand signals or flashlights to direct motorists to parking areas or parking spaces.
- Evaluated Type lot and parking scheme to promote optimal utilization of area.
Sales Merchandiser
Coca Cola
Tampa, FL
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Established strong vendor relationships to maintain and support business.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
- Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
- Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
- Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
- Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.
- Implemented sales strategies to generate leads and maximize profit margins.
- Conducted regular store audits to verify compliance with company policies.
- Collaborated with store managers to devise store layouts and establish aesthetic appeal.
- Generated weekly, monthly and quarterly sales reports to highlight milestones and activities.
- Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
- Analyzed sales and inventory data to determine purchasing needs and reorder points.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing and discounts.
- Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products offered in store locations while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
- Created hands-on training program for newly hired employees to acclimate each person to company policies and procedures and individual job duties.
Cook Cashier
Busch Gardens
Tampa, FL
07.2015 - 11.2015
- 5849 $8.85 p/h
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Wharton High School
Tampa, FLSkills
KeywordsFlexible, People Oriented, Friendly, Family Oriented, Reliable, Entry Level, Hard Working, Fast Learner, Self-Motivated, Motivates co-workers, Loyal, Dedicated, Contributed, Encouraged, Communicated, Maintained, Organized, Trained
Food spoilage prevention
Food spoilage prevention
Operations management
Hospitality and service industry background
New hire training
Performance improvement
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Food preparation and safety
Timeline
Solar Panel Installer
Titan Solar Power
11.2019 - 10.2023
Valet Parking Attendant
Tampa Marriott Water Street
08.2019 - 12.2019
Sales Merchandiser
Coca Cola
10.2018 - 10.2019
McDonalds Cross Creek
04.2016 - Current
Cook Cashier
Busch Gardens
07.2015 - 11.2015
19080 Bruce
High School Diploma - undefined
Wharton High School