Jaiden Swanson
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Dedicated equine caretaker with proven skills in animal care and customer service. Experienced in time management, equipment maintenance, and team collaboration, ensuring the highest standards of safety and well-being for all animals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pet Sitting
Personal Project
Tucson, AZ
04.2025 - Current
- Provided in-home pet sitting services to clients, including feeding, exercising and playing with animals.
- Attended continuing education seminars related to professional pet sitting practices.
- Provided pet sitting services, including feeding and overnight care when necessary.
- Provided pet sitting services for clients in their homes and my own, including feeding, walking, administering medications, and providing companionship.
- Met with owners to gather pet care information and discuss pet sitting duties.
- Greeted customers and their pets upon arrival at pet sitting job, offering comfort and reassurance to both owners and animals.
- Managed reservations for pet sitting services ensuring availability for each client's needs.
- Reported any suspicious activity around properties where pet sitting jobs took place.
- Inspected equipment before use during competitions to ensure safety of participants.
Equine Caretaker
Personal Project
Tucson, AZ
04.2016 - Current
- Feed horses according to their individual needs and dietary restrictions.
- Work closely with trainers to develop comprehensive training plans tailored specifically for each horse's needs.
- Ensure that all equipment used is maintained in safe working order.
- Administer medications as prescribed by the veterinarian or farrier.
- Perform minor hoof care such as picking feet and applying hoof dressing.
- Supervise turnout times for pastured horses to ensure safety from predators or extreme weather conditions.
- Exercise horses in accordance with their level of fitness and ability.
- Clean stalls, replenish bedding materials, and muck out manure on a regular basis.
- Train young horses in ground manners and basic riding skills under the direction of a trainer.
- Instruct novice riders in horsemanship basics such as mounting and dismounting safely.
- Accompany riders during trail rides to provide assistance if needed.
- Organize horse supplies such as hay, grain, blankets and tack in an orderly manner.
- Assist with loading and unloading horses from trailers for transport purposes.
- Maintain cleanliness of barns, paddocks, pastures and other areas where horses are kept.
- Provide basic grooming services such as brushing, bathing, mane pulling and tail trimming.
- Mucked out stalls to remove waste and debris and keep conditions sanitary.
- Completed routine barn upkeep tasks such as stocking supplies.
- Turned out horses to promote optimal exercise and health.
- Kept horses healthy and ready for activities by preparing and distributing feed and water on-schedule.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Played with dogs and cats to maintain socialization and reduce stress.
- Followed precise feeding instructions and schedules for animals under care.
- Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
- Bathed and groomed pets using gentle techniques.
- Prepared food to meet needs of animals under care with appropriate meals.
Detialer/Lot Attendant
JIm Click Kia
Tucson, AZ
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Performed thorough inspections of vehicles to identify cleaning and maintenance needs.
- Organized cleaning supplies and equipment to ensure efficient workflow.
- Executed routine maintenance checks on cleaning equipment to maintain optimal performance.
- Communicated effectively with customers to understand specific detailing requests.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize multiple vehicle detailing tasks.
- Implemented safety protocols while handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of detailing assignments.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality vehicle detailing services.
- Trained new staff on detailing techniques and safety compliance procedures.
- Streamlined vehicle cleaning processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Developed expertise in various cleaning techniques for different vehicle surfaces.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of detailing workspace.
- Identified and reported any mechanical issues found during vehicle inspections.
- Provided exceptional customer service during vehicle handover and pickup.
- Cleaned and detailed vehicle interiors, including vacuuming carpets, cleaning upholstery, and wiping down all surfaces.
- Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
- Applied waxes, sealants, dressings, and other protective materials to preserve the finish on vehicles.
- Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
- Assisted other staff members during busy times by providing additional detail services.
- Ensured that all equipment used was properly maintained in good condition.
- Vacuumed car interiors to remove dirt and debris.
- Inspected vehicles for damage or excessive wear prior to detailing.
- Dried wet surfaces after washing with towels or compressed air dryer.
- Ordered and restocked supplies to keep workplace operating smoothly.
- Prepared estimates for detailing services based on customers' needs.
- Inspected vehicles for damage upon arrival and departure from lot.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to requests and addressing complaints in an efficient manner.
- Logged assigned vehicle tags in specified software.
Volunteer Audio Visual Intern
Clavary Chapel Midtown
Tucson, AZ
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Monitored sound levels throughout events to ensure optimal quality was maintained.
- Assisted in troubleshooting any technical issues with audio visual systems during events.
- Configured laptops, tablets, and other devices to connect with audiovisual systems.
- Developed an understanding of the various types of audio visual technology used within the organization.
- Attended meetings with clients to discuss their AV needs prior to events taking place.
- Assisted in developing new strategies for optimizing existing AV technologies.
- Provided support for staff and guests utilizing audio visual equipment.
- Set up audio visual equipment and test functionality prior to events.
- Maintained a clean work area when setting up or tearing down audiovisual equipment.
- Operated video cameras, microphones, projectors, and other audiovisual equipment during live events.
- Ensured proper setup of audiovisual systems before each event began.
- Checked completed work for quality and accuracy.
- Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues.
Education
Certified Horsemanship - Equine
PATH
Online Institution01-2026
High School Diploma -
Abeka Academy
Pensacola, FL05-2024
Skills
- Equine management
- Animal care
- Customer service
- Time management
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Pet Sitting
Personal Project
04.2025 - Current
Detialer/Lot Attendant
JIm Click Kia
08.2024 - 09.2025
Volunteer Audio Visual Intern
Clavary Chapel Midtown
04.2022 - 07.2024
Equine Caretaker
Personal Project
04.2016 - Current
Certified Horsemanship - Equine
PATH
High School Diploma -
Abeka Academy