James R. Brooks
Canton,MS
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bridge Inspector
Kansas City Southern Railway
12.2014 - 10.2022
- Performed daily field inspections and maintained inspection records.
- Completed inspections of current construction, refurbishment and repair projects.
- Provided information about methods and materials to correct problems and bring construction in compliance with ordinances and codes.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
heavy equipment operator
Brooks
06.2009 - 12.2014
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
Life Insurance Sales Agent
Cardinal Senior Benefits
10.2022 - Current
- Sought out new clients and developed client relationships through networking, direct referrals, lead databases, and cold calling.
- Followed up promptly with interested clients to close sales.
- Cultivated relationships with clients to identify and meet insurance needs and establish trust and rapport.
- Attended industry conferences to stay informed of latest products and trends.
- Provided comprehensive product knowledge and guidance to help clients on product selection.
- Generated quotes and proposals for clients to match individual needs.
- Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
- Monitored customer feedback and identified areas of improvement.
- Researched and identified potential new markets.
Roofing Salesperson
Best Choice Roofing
03.2023 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with clients and developed relationships with key personnel.
- Met with existing customers and prospects to discuss business needs and recommend optimal solutions.
- Utilized CRM software to manage customer accounts and track performance metrics.
- Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.
- Monitored service after sale and implemented quick and effective problem resolutions.
- Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Quoted prices, credit terms and other bid specifications.
- Attended monthly sales meetings and quarterly sales trainings.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newton County High School
Associate Degree - Applied Science Electronics Technology
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05.2014
Skills
- Training in AC and DC electronics
- Heavy equipment training
- Fiber optics training/education
- Computer service experience
- Strong work ethic
- Solid independent worker
- Strong team player
- Lead Follow-Up
- Shingle Types
- Sales Expertise
- Follow-Up Calls
- Feedback Collection
- Consulting with Customers
- Inside and Outside Sales
- Professional Development
- Roofing Replacement
- Post-Sales Support
- Inspect Roofs
- Client Relationships
- Quote Information
Certification
First Aid and CPR training
Timeline
Roofing Salesperson
Best Choice Roofing
03.2023 - Current
Life Insurance Sales Agent
Cardinal Senior Benefits
10.2022 - Current
Bridge Inspector
Kansas City Southern Railway
12.2014 - 10.2022
heavy equipment operator
Brooks
06.2009 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Newton County High School
Associate Degree - Applied Science Electronics Technology
Meridian Community College
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