Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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James Elston

Orlando,FL

Summary

Disciplined Active Duty Soldier recognized for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, operational leadership, and risk management. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, applying these soft skills to overcome challenges and achieve objectives.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Shopper

Shipt
02.2019 - Current
  • Delivered exceptional customer service independently, driven by strong self-motivation.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure timely deliveries within designated windows.
  • Ensured accuracy and quality of customer orders through meticulous attention to detail.

CDL Truck Driver

Suncoast Beverage
Fort Myers, FL
04.2024 - 07.2024
  • Delivered beer to stores and provided service support.
  • Collected and accurately documented payments.
  • Executed scheduled routes autonomously, maintaining adherence to delivery timelines.

Bulk Delivery Driver

Red Bull Distribution
Fort Myers, FL
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Delivered Red Bull products to assigned accounts, ensuring accurate documentation collection and adherence to RBDC payment terms.
  • Maintained Red Bull equipment in clean, functional condition while complying with DOT driving standards and holding a valid CDL and DOT Medical card.
  • Executed delivery operations efficiently, meeting customer expectations and maintaining a clean motor vehicle record.

Administrative Director

Captiva Erosion Prevention District
Captiva, FL
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Developed and distributed board meeting agendas and materials, ensuring compliance with legal requirements for public meetings.
  • Oversaw the transition from parking meter payment to mobile payment, improving customer service and streamlining processes.
  • Coordinated elections and managed agency budget preparation, enhancing operational efficiency and legal compliance.

Zone Manager

Paradies Lagardere
Fort Myers, FL
09.2017 - 01.2019
  • Managed daily operations of 6+ stores, including staffing, inventory management, and financial oversight.
  • Oversaw the opening and closing procedures of all shops within assigned concourses, ensuring smooth operations.
  • Ensured accurate cash handling by providing change orders, balancing multiple safes, and logging nightly cash deposits.
  • Directed strategic placement of staff and inspected in-store displays, ensuring proper setup, signage accuracy, and smooth shop performance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management

Hodges Univeristy
Fort Myers, FL
12-2016

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
11-2010

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Payment processing
  • Attention to detail
  • Operational efficiency
  • Problem solving
  • Team supervision

Affiliations

  • United States Army 2004-2008
  • Head coach for a 13-14 yr old coed soccer team
  • Volunteered at local animal shelter
  • Volunteered with multiple veteran organizations

Accomplishments

  • Army Good Conduct Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Iraq Campaign Medal

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CDL Truck Driver

Suncoast Beverage
04.2024 - 07.2024

Bulk Delivery Driver

Red Bull Distribution
08.2022 - 06.2023

Administrative Director

Captiva Erosion Prevention District
10.2021 - 08.2022

Personal Shopper

Shipt
02.2019 - Current

Zone Manager

Paradies Lagardere
09.2017 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Management

Hodges Univeristy

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Liberty University