James Waltrip
Fort Branch,IN
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in customer service and team leadership, honed at Casey’s. Proven ability to enhance brand visibility through strategic social media management and foster client relationships. Skilled in inventory management and committed to helping others succeed, ensuring operational efficiency and a positive customer experience. I take pride in helping others grow and I know I can push Casey’s to were they need to be .
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Center Store Manager
Casey’s
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize stockouts.
- Supported daily operations by organizing merchandise displays to enhance customer experience.
- Learned point-of-sale systems for efficient transaction processing and customer service support.
- Contributed to team efforts in maintaining cleanliness and organization of store environment.
Drywall finisher
Fulton exterior
03.2018 - 12.2024
- Applied joint compound and tape to seams, ensuring a seamless transition between drywall panels.
- Executed drywall finishing techniques to achieve smooth, even surfaces on residential and commercial projects.
- Trained junior finishers on best practices for applying finishes and maintaining safety standards.
- Inspected finished work for quality control, addressing any imperfections prior to final walkthroughs.
- Led safety meetings focused on equipment handling and site protocols to enhance team compliance with regulations.
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Collaborated with construction teams to prioritize tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and meeting deadlines.
Underground Coal Miner
Gibson County Coal
05.2022 - 02.2024
- Operated heavy machinery for coal extraction, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections of mining equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate smooth workflow in underground operations.
- Assisted in implementing safety measures, reducing workplace hazards and improving compliance.
- Participated in emergency response drills to ensure preparedness for hazardous situations.
- Contributed to maintenance schedules for machinery, optimizing operational uptime and reliability.
- Strengthened teamwork among crew members through effective communication and collaboration during mining tasks.
Owner
Savagesocial.net
05.2020 - 01.2024
- Developed and executed social media strategies to enhance brand visibility.
- Managed client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and retention through effective communication.
- Analyzed engagement metrics to refine content and improve audience targeting.
- Coordinated marketing campaigns across multiple platforms to drive traffic and conversions.
Education
High School Diploma - Physical Education
Majesty High School
Owensboro, KY05.1998
Skills
I love customer service and helping others working with others so that we can all succeed
I have worked in a lot of different fields and customer service is what I love because I get a chance to meet others and help them out
I owned my own business for a while made a lot of money but it doesn’t compare to the experience I’ve had at my current place of employment
I work well with others and lead as good as I can follow others
I have had experience managing others and take pride in helping others succeed
Timeline
Center Store Manager
Casey’s
11.2024 - Current
Underground Coal Miner
Gibson County Coal
05.2022 - 02.2024
Owner
Savagesocial.net
05.2020 - 01.2024
Drywall finisher
Fulton exterior
03.2018 - 12.2024
High School Diploma - Physical Education
Majesty High School