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GENESSA APODACA

Albuquerque

Summary

Dynamic and passionate pet care professional with experience at Petco, excelling in customer service and pet grooming. Proven ability to educate pet owners and ensure animal comfort, while maintaining a clean and organized environment. Skilled in effective communication and knowledgeable about animal behavior, dedicated to enhancing the pet grooming experience.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Pet Sylist

Petco
Albuquerque
06.2025 - 09.2025
  • Maintained a clean and organized grooming area to ensure safety and hygiene.
  • Consulted with pet owners to determine grooming preferences and requirements.
  • Handled various breeds with care, ensuring comfort during grooming sessions.
  • Bathed and dried pets, applying appropriate products for coat health.
  • Educated pet owners on proper grooming techniques and maintenance at home.
  • Sanitized work area after each appointment using disinfectant solutions and other cleaning materials.

Sales Associate

Walmart
Albuquerque
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Maintained inventory levels and organized stock on sales floor.
  • Processed sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale system.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure a positive shopping experience.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints professionally and promptly.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.

Vet Tech Assistant

Aztec Animal Clinic
Albuquerque
07.2024 - 12.2024
  • My duties included: assisting techs during appointments as well as the doctors during procedures and exams.
  • I also helped take X-rays and draw blood to run in-house.
  • I was also responsible for being able to restrain animals safely.

Dog Handler

Beck n’ Call
Albuquerque
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • I was responsible for making sure dogs and cats were watered and fed during meal times, as well as keeping close eye on dogs in the yard during daycare hours.
  • I also have knowledge of animal body language to prevent accidents before they happen.

Brand Ambassador

Forever 21
Albuquerque
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • I was responsible for running the cash register, organizing clothing, and cleanliness of the work area.

Sales Associate

Sallys Beauty Supply
Clovis
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • My duties included: having knowledge of different products and hair types, knowing my way around a cash register and providing excellent customer service to clients.

Server

Pizza Hut
Clovis
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • I was responsible for giving exceptional customer service as well as having knowledge of the whole menu.
  • My duties included: taking orders, serving drinks and food, and answering questions when needed.

Brand Ambassador

Forever 21
Albuquerque
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • I was responsible for running the cash register, organizing clothing, and cleanliness of the work area.

Pet Daycare Associate

Sierra Pet Spa
Clovis
02.2021 - 01.2022
  • I was in charge of the care of dogs and cats in daycare.
  • I fed them, played with them, administered medications, cleaned up after them, and took care of their general needs throughout the day.

Host

Leal’s Mexican Restaurant
Clovis
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • I was responsible for greeting customers and seating them according to a seating chart.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clovis Early College High School
Clovis, NM
05.2023

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Pet grooming
  • Animal behavior
  • Computer skills
  • Organization
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Product knowledge expertise

Timeline

Junior Pet Sylist

Petco
06.2025 - 09.2025

Sales Associate

Walmart
03.2025 - 05.2025

Vet Tech Assistant

Aztec Animal Clinic
07.2024 - 12.2024

Dog Handler

Beck n’ Call
06.2024 - 07.2024

Brand Ambassador

Forever 21
08.2023 - 05.2024

Sales Associate

Sallys Beauty Supply
02.2023 - 05.2023

Server

Pizza Hut
09.2022 - 02.2023

Brand Ambassador

Forever 21
06.2022 - 08.2022

Pet Daycare Associate

Sierra Pet Spa
02.2021 - 01.2022

Host

Leal’s Mexican Restaurant
01.2020 - 02.2021

High School Diploma -

Clovis Early College High School