James Rhody
Ogema,WI
Summary
Resourceful professional with diverse experience in painting, seasonal roles in manual labor, and customer relations. Known for strong work ethic and punctuality, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently. Committed to upholding safety standards and enhancing customer satisfaction through quality service. Willing to relocate to the Wausau area.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Painter
JR Painting
Ogema, WI
06.2019 - Current
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, cleaning, and priming for optimal paint application.
- Applied various paint types using brushes, rollers, and sprayers to achieve desired finishes.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and tools to uphold safety standards.
Seasonal Sales & Lot Associate
Our Tree Farm
Mosinee, WI
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Managed lot organization, ensuring that tools and equipment were efficiently placed for associates and customers.
- Operated chainsaws, tree-shakers, drills, and bailers in the cold and snow while carefully following customers instructions in a safe operating procedure.
- Stayed with the customer for the entire tree processing, maintaining good customer relations and providing advise when necessary.
Intern
Tiffany for Congress
Ogema, WI
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted door-to-door canvassing, effectively communicating campaign messages to diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with local organizations to maximize reach and foster community relationships during campaigns.
- Maintained accurate records of interactions with potential voters, providing valuable feedback to the campaign team for strategic adjustments.
- Identified key issues important to voters through comprehensive survey administration.
- Worked independently for much of the canvassing, instilling self motivation and responsibility for the job.
Seasonal Tree Shearer
Swan Tree Farms
Ogema, WI
06.2020 - 07.2024
- Sheared Christmas trees with long knives in all weather during the summer.
- Ensured each tree was sheared precisely and that the top bud and crown branches were trimed to an appropriate length to maintain the best rate of growth for the tree.
- Maintained knives and clippers by thoroughly cleaning and sharpening them to ensure their longevity in operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prentice High School
Prentice, WI05-2025
Skills
- Adherence to safety
- Efficient work pace
- Reliability and punctuality
- Leadership qualities
- Strong work ethic
- Willingness to learn
- Customer service
- Hand and power tools
- Interior and exterior painting
Timeline
Intern
Tiffany for Congress
06.2024 - 11.2024
Seasonal Sales & Lot Associate
Our Tree Farm
11.2023 - 12.2025
Seasonal Tree Shearer
Swan Tree Farms
06.2020 - 07.2024
Residential Painter
JR Painting
06.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Prentice High School