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Jada Burch

Prairie du Sac,WI

Summary

Professional caretaker with hands-on experience in animal hospitality. Strong focus on maintaining animal health, safety, and wellbeing through effective care routines and medical attention. Known for excellent teamwork and adaptability in all environments. Proficient in animal behavior observation, feeding, grooming, and enclosure maintenance. Dependable and driven with passion for nurturing and supporting animal life.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Animal Caretaker

Shamrock Pet Resort
09.2022 - Current
  • Fed and watered animals to provide necessary nutrients and keep pets healthy.
  • Provided daily nutrition to animals by preparing and distributing appropriate food portions according to specific needs.
  • Providing proper bedding materials.
  • Cleaned animal enclosures maintain clean living spaces for pets and prevent spread of disease.
  • Monitored animal health to quickly recognize signs of illness and injury, seeking necessary medical attention.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow caretakers and support staff to ensure excellent care for all animals within the facility.
  • Handled a variety of different species safely and confidently during routine care tasks such as feeding, grooming, medication administration, playtime and enclosure maintenance.
  • Monitored animal behavior closely, identifying signs of stress or illness and reporting concerns to veterinary staff in a timely manner.
  • Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
  • Prepared and administered medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarian.
  • Doggy daycare
  • Front desk duties
  • Managed 20-30 phone calls and emails a day.

HR Intern & Maintenance

Coding Place
05.2024 - 08.2024

    (SUMMER JOB)

    • Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
    • Answered phone and performed clerical duties to assist human resources department.
    • Created and updated tracking spreadsheets using MS Excel.
    • Developed strong written and verbal communication skills.
    • Worked with HR team to coordinate company events.
    • Managed confidential employee files, maintaining accurate records for performance evaluations, salary adjustments, and promotions.
    • Maintained relationships with personnel using strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
    • Collaborated closely with HR specialists in crafting targeted job postings that attracted top talent within various fields.
    • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
    • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
    • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
    • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
    • Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
    • Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
    • Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
    • Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
    • Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
    • Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in buildings.

Landscaper

Creative Landscaping
06.2022 - 08.2023

    (SUMMER JOB)

    • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
    • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
    • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
    • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
    • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
    • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout projects.

Cashier

Sentry
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded appropriately to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as needed.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, such as meat market and deli/bakery.
  • Managed approximately 15 phone calls a day.

Education

Sauk Prairie High School
Sauk City, WI

Skills

  • Pet handling
  • Creativity
  • Attention to detail and responsible
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Work prioritization
  • Time management
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability

Timeline

HR Intern & Maintenance

Coding Place
05.2024 - 08.2024

Animal Caretaker

Shamrock Pet Resort
09.2022 - Current

Landscaper

Creative Landscaping
06.2022 - 08.2023

Cashier

Sentry
10.2021 - 06.2022

Sauk Prairie High School