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Jeffrey Preston

Weldona,CO

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with strong mechanical aptitude and communication skills. Experienced in machinery operation, safety compliance, and customer service, dedicated to maintaining a clean work environment and ensuring operational efficiency.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Utility Helper

Western Sugar
Fort Morgan, CO
09.2025 - 11.2025
  • Operated machinery to assist in sugar processing and production.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas for safety compliance.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading raw materials utilizing forklift equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards during operations.
  • Maintained clean work areas, contributing to a safe and organized working environment for all staff members.

Outreach Manager

Rising Up Food Bank and Shelter
Fort Morgan, CO
06.2023 - 03.2025

Worked directly with homeless people living on the street.

Helped with making appointments and applications for benifits.

Took clients to dr.appointments as well as social service appointments.

Helped with housing applications and appointments.

Provided essentials. Clothing, sleeping bags, hats coats gloves and hygiene products.

Provided non perishable food.

Automotive Technician

Cyclone Diesel and Auto
Fort Morgan, CO
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in diesel and gasoline engines using advanced diagnostic tools.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to ensure vehicle safety and performance standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance repair processes, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Managed inventory of parts and supplies, ensuring availability for timely repairs and services.
  • Implemented quality control measures to reduce rework rates and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, demonstrating pride in personal workspace while contributing to overall shop cleanliness.

Sales Associate

CARQUEST
Fort Morgan, CO
01.2016 - 05.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through effective product knowledge and personalized service.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize discrepancies.
  • Trained new sales associates on company policies and best practices for customer interaction.
  • Implemented promotional strategies to increase sales and drive customer engagement.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, strengthening brand loyalty and trust.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies -

MCC
Automotive Technology

GED -

MCC
Fort Morgan, CO
1979

Certificate - Construction Carpentry

MCC
Fort Morgan, CO

Skills

  • Power tool usage
  • Hand tool expertise
  • Carpentry abilities
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Detail orientation
  • Communication
  • Power tool operation

Timeline

Process Utility Helper

Western Sugar
09.2025 - 11.2025

Outreach Manager

Rising Up Food Bank and Shelter
06.2023 - 03.2025

Automotive Technician

Cyclone Diesel and Auto
06.2021 - 06.2023

Sales Associate

CARQUEST
01.2016 - 05.2021

Certificate of Technical Studies -

MCC

GED -

MCC

Certificate - Construction Carpentry

MCC