James Connell
Wahpeton,ND
Summary
Relatable individual, exited to learn & bring immediate impact
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
Plunketts Pest Control
Wahpeton, ND
10.2023 - Current
- Play pivotal role in keeping food production facilities clear of pests
- Implement strategies in order to eliminate pests in homes, public buildings, restaurants, & farms
- Foster & maintain relationships with companies & community members
- Communicate, build trust, show empathy, provide constructive feedback
- Provide emotional support
- Sell pest programs & special services
Company Driver
Doyle Cab
Fargo, North Dakota
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Transported passengers to & from destination via route planning
- Conducted school pick up/drop off for students involved in special programming
- Performed long distance medical runs taking people to appointments & home from ER
From Desk Agent
Theraldson Lodging, Singh Hospitality, Brandt Hosp
Fargo, North Dakota
07.2011 - 11.2019
- Worked as Front Desk Agent at Holiday Inn Express, Days Inn , Comfort Inn & Comfort suites under different ownership/management structures
- Greeted guests
- Handled reservations
- Answered questions about dining & entertainment attractions in the area
Education
High School Diploma -
Wahpeton High School
Wahpeton, NDBachelor of Science - Business Administration/Mass Communications
MSUM
Moorhead, MNSkills
CRM Software experience
Lead Generation
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Negotiation
Emerging brand awareness
Organization/Volunteer
- Boys & Girls Club of America, September of 2010 to April of 2011-Popular mentor involved in kickball, playing catch, reading, & handing out snacks
- Reception volunteer May of 2025 to present- On a calling list to help pour coffee/water & set up/tear down tables at church funerals
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technician
Plunketts Pest Control
10.2023 - Current
Company Driver
Doyle Cab
11.2019 - 10.2023
From Desk Agent
Theraldson Lodging, Singh Hospitality, Brandt Hosp
07.2011 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Wahpeton High School
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration/Mass Communications
MSUM