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John Hairston

Jamestown,NY

Summary

Trustworthy and dedicated worker with 2 years of experience serving customers. Talented at correctly taking order information and serving to customers quickly. Cheerful when assisting customers with requests and meeting special needs. Have a degree in Political Science with concentrations in Law/Government/Foreign Policy/Affairs. I also have a background in economics.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Golf Shop Cashier

Lakewood Golf Center
Lakewood, NY
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Processed credit card, EBT, and gift certificate payments with electronic computer system.
  • Maintained organized and orderly front end and removed carts, baskets and debris.
  • Supported front end procedures to keep items well-stocked to prevent shrinkage.
  • Greeted customers and responded to requests for information.
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
  • Set up new sales displays each week.

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Briarwood Apartments
Jamestown, NY
05.2019 - 07.2021
  • Installed and maintained landscapes at apartments
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Maintained grounds tools and equipment free from mechanical or safety defects and in top operating condition.
  • Evaluated, diagnosed and mitigated vegetation diseases, insect damage and other pest issues.
  • Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for tenants.
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
  • Mixed and sprayed weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.

Amusement Ride Operator

Midway State Park
Bemus Point, NY
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
  • Followed posted height and age restrictions and denied access to attraction for guests under minimum requirements.
  • Ascertained wants and needs of guests and developed games and attractions to facilitate enjoyment.
  • Cleaned rides and attractions to reduce spread of germs and bacteria.
  • Operated rides and attractions according to written guidelines to reduce injuries.
  • Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
  • Assisted customers in entering and exiting rides, providing balance support and general directions.
  • Delivered information and details of interest about facility to visitors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

SUNY Fredonia
Fredonia, NY
08.2018 - Current

Skills

    Product and service sales

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Interests

I have an interest in pursuing a career in Law and government and have an interest of attending Law School I have interests in science and engineering because I love learning about how things work and function

Hobbies

I have several hobbies that I do to keep myself busy. I love playing golf with my friends and Grandfather. Since I was a young kid I've done remote control cars, and airplanes, as well as model rockets. I enjoy doing these hobbies outside of work and school to help with stress and anxiety, and to detach and forget about problems that I may have.

Timeline

Golf Shop Cashier

Lakewood Golf Center
06.2021 - 08.2021

Amusement Ride Operator

Midway State Park
05.2020 - 08.2020

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Briarwood Apartments
05.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

SUNY Fredonia
08.2018 - Current
John Hairston