James Poletes
Lansing,MI
Summary
Hardworking Landscaper with strong background assisting organization with daily tasks. Dedicated and adaptable when tackling various duties and offering help to staff. Upbeat and enthusiastic when accepting instructions with accurate follow through.
Personable Volunteer with organizational, time management and multitasking abilities. Compassionate, empathetic and well-versed in communications and problem-solving in school and volunteer work. Focused on leveraging talents to positively impact others.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Voluntary Worker
Capital Area Humane Society
2022.05 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Greeted visitors, answered questions and assisted with individual needs or requests.
- Assisted with event coordination and on-site support.
- Handled Animals well and brought joy to workspace.
Student Athlete
Okemos Schools
2021.09 - Current
- Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice, and going to classes.
- Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
- Developed and maintained key relationships fellow athletes, coaching staff, and school administrators and professors.
- Effectively communicated with diverse group of athletes, coaches, and game officials using dynamic listening and open-ended questioning skills.
- Applied training techniques to improve performance both in competitive play.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, effectively motivating and encouraging peers.
- Exhibited excellent teamwork and strong work ethic by promoting camaraderie.
- Promoted positive attitude and competitive spirit during training and gameplay.
Landscaper
Family Owned
2018.10 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Okemos
Okemos 06.2027
Skills
- Help Desk
- Finishing Procedures
- Streamlining Processes
Accomplishments
- 4.0 Grade Point Average
- Over 30 volunteer hours over the past year
- Play on a high ranking travel baseball team
- Also participate in high school sports (basketball and baseball)
Timeline
Voluntary Worker
Capital Area Humane Society
2022.05 - Current
Student Athlete
Okemos Schools
2021.09 - Current
Landscaper
Family Owned
2018.10 - Current
High School Diploma -
Okemos
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