James Chavez
Aspiring Entrepreneur
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Front Desk/ Maintenance
Genesis Health Clubs
02.2024 - Current
- Assist sales staff with signing up new members.
- Greet members upon entering club.
- Open and close club in mornings and evenings.
- Manage cash register and handle various transactions.
- Assist members with changes to their accounts.
- Provide club information to members and non-members over phone and in-person.
- Maintain cleanliness of club, including parking lot and outside areas.
- Maintain athletic machines, facilities, and overall functionality of the building.
Cashier/Shift Lead/Financial Analysis/Internship
Josephs' Hardware and Home Center
08.2014 - 12.2023
- Assist customers with various projects and home improvements.
- Managed multiple cash registers and provided excellent customer service.
- Developed and marketed events and promotions.
- Lead crew to restock inventory.
- Special projects (Install new security system, build storage sheds, create planograms for shelving sections, etc.).
- Made product deliveries to customers during Covid-19.
- Developed and implemented financial analysis procedures to identify areas of potential cost savings.
- Researched potential locations for expansion.
- Financially analyzed other potential stores to purchase.
Equipment Manager
Colorado Mesa University Football Team
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted players with on-field repairs to equipment.
- Assisted position groups during individual sessions.
- Followed play script to spot the ball during team periods.
- Organized and maintained equipment room and shed.
- Prepared locker room before home games.
Lawn Care Crew Manager
Mountain West Services
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Supervised and managed daily operations of the lawn care crew, including scheduling, assigning, and evaluating work.
- Developed and enforced safe working standards for all crew members.
- Trained new employees in use of lawn care equipment and safety procedures.
- Operated and maintained lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
- Provided customer service to clients regarding lawn care services.
Cleaner
The Night Shift
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Served as cleaner at the United States Department of Energy, responsible for maintaining cleanliness of two office buildings and their laboratory.
- Duties involved taking out trash, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, disinfecting surfaces, and minor pest control.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO 08.2020 - 12.2023
Skills
CommunicationAsking QuestionsFast Learner
Organization
Attention to Details
First in, Last out
Inventory Oversight
Time Management
Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Timeline
Front Desk/ Maintenance
Genesis Health Clubs
02.2024 - Current
Cleaner
The Night Shift
06.2022 - 05.2023
Lawn Care Crew Manager
Mountain West Services
05.2022 - 09.2022
Equipment Manager
Colorado Mesa University Football Team
08.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Entrepreneurship
Colorado Mesa University
08.2020 - 12.2023
Cashier/Shift Lead/Financial Analysis/Internship
Josephs' Hardware and Home Center
08.2014 - 12.2023