Jaylon R. Yarbrough
Murray,KY
Summary
Dynamic and resilient student at Murray State University that excels in customer service, leadership, and adaption. Great at developing systems to complete various numerical or mechanical tasks. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction through strong communication and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving. Always ready to learn new concepts, ideas, or systems.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Station Attendant
Shell Gas Station
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting patrons with purchases and inquiries.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately, handling cash transactions and electronic payments.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards across station facilities to enhance customer experience.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering a positive environment and enhancing customer loyalty.
- Maintained clean and orderly work station.
- Ensured accurate cash handling and maintained a balanced register at the end of each shift.
- Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
- Built trustful relationships with customers to encourage return visits.
- Pumped gas for guests.
Walmart Remodeling
Walmart
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Undergraduate Student Worker
Dr. SG Carthel
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Regularly communicated with management to provide feedback and updates.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to establish trust and increase loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to develop strategies in increasing customer satisfaction.
Student Volunteer
Hope Calloway County
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in organizing events, ensuring smooth logistics and participant satisfaction.
- Developed promotional materials to increase awareness of volunteer opportunities.
- Evaluated program success through feedback collection and analysis for continuous improvement.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and coordinators to streamline operations.
- Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
Meter Painter
West Tennessee Public Utilities District
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Led painting projects ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Supervised team of painters, providing training on techniques and equipment use.
- Coordinated color matching and finishing processes to meet project specifications.
- Implemented efficient workflow strategies that reduced downtime and improved productivity.
- Assembled and checked meters for future projects.
Factory Worker
Granges Americas
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to assemble products, practicing safety measures.
- Inspected and adjusted work performed to meet expectations.
- Weighed and measured items to prevent waste and meet quality standards.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
Help Desk Student Worker
Murray State University
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Helped students, parents, and staff with finding locations, information, or help on Murray States campus.
Retail Sales Worker
Cash Saver Grocery Store
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Maintained clean sales floor and straightened and faced merchandise.
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Developed professional relationships with customers to increase loyalty, retention and rapport.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Trained and supervised new employees to use selling strategies and apply best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Murray State University
Murray, KY05.2025
High School Diploma -
Huntingdon High School
Huntingdon, TN05.2021
Skills
- Professional and Friendly
- Student Engagement
- Event Planning
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Leadership
- File Management
- Office Management
- Front Office Support
- Assertiveness
- Resiliency
- Versatility
- Performance Improvement
Affiliations
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Incorporated
- Murray State University National Pan-Hellenic Council
- Murray State University Psych Club
- Black Student Council (past)
Timeline
Gas Station Attendant
Shell Gas Station
10.2025 - 11.2025
Walmart Remodeling
Walmart
05.2025 - 08.2025
Student Volunteer
Hope Calloway County
08.2024 - 12.2024
Meter Painter
West Tennessee Public Utilities District
05.2024 - 07.2024
Undergraduate Student Worker
Dr. SG Carthel
08.2022 - 05.2025
Factory Worker
Granges Americas
05.2022 - 07.2022
Help Desk Student Worker
Murray State University
08.2021 - 05.2022
Retail Sales Worker
Cash Saver Grocery Store
03.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Murray State University
High School Diploma -
Huntingdon High School