Duncan Bendure
Fairview Cemetery Association
Fairview,PA
11
years of professional experience
Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and safety awareness. Proven ability to engage clients and manage tasks efficiently, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction. especially in high stress situations.
Work History
Perpetual Caretaker
1 Year 6 Months- Maintained cemetery grounds through regular landscaping and maintenance, ensuring a respectful and serene environment for visitors.
- Assisted in the preparation and setup for memorial services and burials.
- Engaged with visitors to address inquiries and provide assistance as needed.
- Responded to visitor inquiries and provided assistance.
- Supervised burial processes for cremains, ensuring respectful handling and compliance with protocols.
Agricultural Worker
2 Years 2 Months- Cultivated and maintained diverse plant species to support ecosystem health and crop diversity.
- Operated irrigation systems to ensure optimal water distribution for plant health.
- Cultivated and maintained diverse plant species.
- Monitored plant health, identifying pests and diseases for timely intervention.
- Participated in safety committee to identify hazards, implement solutions, and ensure OSHA compliance across all facilities.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal functionality., including tire changes, daily vehicle inspections, and the occasional modification of tools and implements for efficiency in the workplace.
- Developed and led forklift safety training course to enhance operational safety and reduce workplace incidents.
Delivery Driver
1 Year 3 Months- Delivered orders promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Operated GPS systems to optimize delivery routes and reduce travel time.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and payments for accountability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order preparation processes.
Truck Driver
5 Months- Operated commercial vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Managed delivery schedules efficiently, adapting to changing traffic conditions and customer needs.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to confirm load details and resolve issues promptly.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Executed safe driving practices under various conditions to prevent accidents and delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and mileage, adhering to federal regulations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Valet/Weekend Supervisor
1 Year 5 Months- Parked and retrieved vehicles promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and safety.
- Assisted customers with luggage and special requests, improving service satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of parking area to improve operational efficiency.
- Coordinated vehicle management with team members during peak hours to ensure smooth operations.
- Transported hospital staff to designated parking areas and hotels efficiently. and family members of patients to parking lots and hotels.
- Assisted with vehicle malfunctions, including jump starting vehicles and flat tires.
Hot Foods
2 Months- Ensured cleanliness of kitchen areas by regularly cleaning and sanitizing surfaces and equipment.
- Prepared hot and prepacked cold foods to meet customer demand.
- Maintained rotisserie oven and deep fryer.
- Preparation for catering orders with accuracy, speed, and in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Exhibited personal responsibility by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high work standards.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Effectively collaborated with team members to achieve common goals while also excelling in independent tasks.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Ice Cream Scooper
3 Years 5 Months- Delivered exceptional customer service while efficiently scooping and serving ice cream to patrons.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper scooping techniques and customer interaction protocols.
- Trained new staff on scooping techniques and customer interaction to enhance service quality.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to maintain stock levels during peak service times.
- Managed end-of-day financials to ensure accurate cash flow.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Preventive Maintenance
Emotional assistance
Adaptable problem solving
Troubleshooting
Preventive maintenance
Problem-solving adaptability
Grounds maintenance
Landscape equipment maintenance
Creative problem solving
Safe driving
Emotional support
Restaurant equipment maintenance
Interests
Experimenting with different creative mediums
like music
performance
and videography to expand skills and techniques.
Woodworking
I like working with my hands and fixing things.
Enjoy doing landscaping and other handyman side work.
Timeline
Perpetual Caretaker
Fairview Cemetery Association
03.2025 - 09.2026Read More
Agricultural Worker
Fairview Evergreen Nurseries INC.
08.2022 - 10.2024Read More
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation
12.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
04.2021 - 07.2022Read More
Valet/Weekend Supervisor
Victory Security LLC
04.2019 - 09.2020Read More
Hot Foods
Giant Eagle
02.2019 - 04.2019Read More
Ice Cream Scooper
Castle Ice Cream
04.2015 - 09.2018Read More
Fairview High School
High School Diploma
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