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Overview
Work History
Education
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Jaime Rivas

Palatine,IL

Summary

Motivated and results-driven professional with extensive experience in both retail and construction industries. Skilled in leadersgip, achieving sales goals, maintaining inventory, hiring and training employees, performing various carpentry tasks & adhering to any OSHA & company safety policies. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction and drive business growth. Seeking a challenging role to leverage my diverse skill set and contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver

MTSL Group/Amazon DSP
07.2024 - Current
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.

Apprentice/Journeyman Carpenter

Anning Johnson
05.2019 - 12.2023
  • Prepared materials for fellow journeymen and ensured work areas were clean
  • Followed company and OSHA safety protocols diligently
  • Installed drywall and framed walls using metal studs and heavy gauge metal studs
  • Framed out drywall ceilings

Apprentice Carpenter

Edon Carpenter Contractors
06.2020 - 05.2023
  • Kept areas clean for fellow journeymen and prepared materials
  • Installed siding such as fiber cement by James Hardie and SarinClad
  • Installed LP siding and windows

Key holder/Management

Puma
06.2016 - 07.2017
  • Consistently met and exceeded sales objectives
  • Managed inventory and ensured product availability
  • Trained and onboarded new team members, promoting a cohesive and efficient workforce

Key holder/Management

7 for All Mankind
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Surpassed sales goals through excellent customer service and product knowledge
  • Kept detailed inventory records, reducing discrepancies and loss
  • Played a key role in the hiring and training process for new employees

Assistant Manager

Aldo
06.2015 - 05.2016
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets and contributed to overall store performance
  • Managed inventory, ensuring all items were correctly stocked and displayed
  • Trained new staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment

Store Manager/Area Manager

Journeys
11.2011 - 06.2015
  • Achieved and surpassed monthly sales goals consistently
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and managed stock levels
  • Hired and trained new employees, ensuring they were well-prepared to meet store standards
  • Oversaw other stores in my area & would help the store managers in hiring new employees, advised on new sales tactics to use to improve sales & help maintain inventory levels & audits

Education

High School Diploma -

Joliet Central High School
06.2011

Skills

  • Sales and Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Carpentry
  • Safety Protocols

Decision-making skill

Inventory Control

Coaching and Mentoring

Shift Scheduling

Skillsets

  • Sales and Customer Service
  • Inventory Management
  • Employee Training and Development
  • Team Leadership
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Carpentry (Drywall Installation, Metal Stud Framing, Siding Installation, Window Installation)
  • Safety Protocols (Company and OSHA Standards)

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Driver

MTSL Group/Amazon DSP
07.2024 - Current

Apprentice Carpenter

Edon Carpenter Contractors
06.2020 - 05.2023

Apprentice/Journeyman Carpenter

Anning Johnson
05.2019 - 12.2023

Key holder/Management

Puma
06.2016 - 07.2017

Key holder/Management

7 for All Mankind
09.2015 - 06.2016

Assistant Manager

Aldo
06.2015 - 05.2016

Store Manager/Area Manager

Journeys
11.2011 - 06.2015

High School Diploma -

Joliet Central High School
Jaime Rivas