John Santore
Derby,CT
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Furniture Prep Specialist
Ethan Allen
Newtown, CT
05.2017 - Current
- Examined pieces to determine damage, deterioration and optimal restoration method
- Sealed surfaces with lacquers and other compounds to protect finishes
- Smoothed, shaped and touched up surfaces, preparing finish and bolstering integrity using sandpaper, putty, brushes and sprays
- Selected paint, stain, lacquer and varnish, depending on wood type and surface conditions
- Inspected damaged furniture to assess extent and determine optimal repair or restoration strategies.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities.
- Maintained accurate inventory records through manual and computerized systems.
- Performed cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
- Unloaded materials from trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Assembled customer orders from stock ensuring that the correct number and types of products were picked accurately.
- Inspected returned merchandise for damage or defect before restocking shelves or returning it back to suppliers and vendors.
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Pulled damaged and recalled products for return or disposal.
- Trained and developed staff on proper receiving, processing, and stocking procedures.
Site Maintainer
Carmine Labriola Contracting Corporation at General Electric
Fairfield, CT
02.2010 - 12.2016
- Maintained and repaired a variety of grounds equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Inspected trees for signs of disease or infestation; pruned trees to remove dead wood and reduce risk of damage from storms.
- Cleared debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using hand tools or power equipment.
- Installed new landscaping features such as flower beds, shrubs and trees in accordance with design plans.
- Weeded gardens by hand or with the use of herbicides; mulched flower beds to retain moisture.
- Operated tractors with attachments such as mowing decks, snow blades and sprayers.
- Constructed retaining walls using bricks or stones; laid sod for new lawns; trimmed hedges into desired shapes.
- Kept outdoor spaces looking clean and inviting with regular removal of leaves, sticks and other debris.
- Operated vehicles and equipment safely to minimize risks to people and property.
- Pruned trees and bushes regularly for optimal shaping and better growth in upcoming seasons.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Swept and power washed hard surfaces to remove grime.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Operated skid steer to clear debris and brush from construction sites.
- Maintained cleanliness of worksite by removing trash and other debris.
Inventory Control
Conair
Beacon Falls, CT
07.2007 - 02.2009
- Managing, Reconciling and Packaging Inventory for Shipment daily using SAP warehouse program
- Operating forklift according to OSHA Certified Practices
- Resolving daily issues with various departments
- Troubleshooting computer related issues with SAP warehouse software
- Maintaining a professional demeanor and organized work space.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and documents.
- Monitored stock levels, identified potential stock shortages, and recommended solutions to ensure adequate supply of items.
- Conducted regular physical counts of inventory and reconciled with computer generated reports.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer records; investigated causes and resolved issues.
- Performed daily cycle counts of selected inventories to verify accuracy of system data versus actual quantities on hand.
- Prepared monthly analysis reports related to inventory control activities including variances, slow moving items, overstocks.
- Investigated root causes of discrepancies between physical count results and system data.
Conservation Intern
Beardsley Zoo Conservation
Bridgeport, CT
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Conducted data collection activities such as gathering samples and population tagging.
- Assisted in the development of conservation plans and strategies for natural resources management.
- Analyzed biological samples collected from various sites for research purposes.
- Prepared reports on findings from field visits, data analysis and other research activities.
- Identified potential threats to species or habitats through literature reviews
- Researched current legislation related to nature protection and proposed amendments when necessary.
- Organized public outreach activities such as lectures, seminars or exhibitions on topics related to biodiversity conservation.
- Maintained records of all activities conducted during the internship period
- Communicated effectively with public to answer questions about forestry, conservation and sustainability.
- Feeds animals according to instructions from zoo employees
- Records observations of animal behavior, health, diet and other information as required.
Volunteer
Emergency Animal Rescue Service, E.A.R.S
Shelton, CT
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided humane handling of animals in accordance with established protocols.
- Assisted veterinary staff with medical procedures and treatments as needed.
- Observed animal behavior closely in order to identify any potential health issues or other problems requiring attention.
- Ensured that all safety precautions were taken while working with hazardous materials such as cleaning supplies.
- Transported animals safely between locations using approved carriers, cages, vehicles.
- Provided assistance in training volunteers or new employees on proper animal care techniques.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment and surfaces to protect animal and staff health.
- Conducted public outreach to inform the public of the service this organization provides.
Volunteer Docent
Beardsley Zoo
Bridgeport, CT
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted with set-up and breakdown of special exhibitions and events.
- Helped maintain a safe environment for both visitors and animals by enforcing rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to provide exceptional customer service to guests during their visit.
- Encouraged conservation efforts through education programs highlighting endangered species.
- Presented informal educational programs to excite and inform zoo visitors.
- Assisted in the planting of various trees, shrubs, and flowers.
- Raked leaves, collected debris, and removed weeds from garden areas.
Education
Associate of Liberal Arts & Science - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT01.2010
High School Diploma -
Shelton High School
Shelton, CT01.2005
Skills
- Maintenance & Repair of furniture
- Good Work Ethic
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Sustainability Expertise
- Customer Service
- Microsoft excel
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Data Entry
- Landscaping and Gardening
- Equipment Maintenance
- Lawn Care
- Problem-Solving
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Animal Care
- Managing Work Crews
References
- Manager:Peter Anderson, (203) 943-0602
- Manager:Joseph Torchia, (732)535-2894
- Manager:Allan Zygart, (203)893-1160
- E.A.R.S Response Tech Shannon Rose, (203)506-5785
- Manager: Brian Webster, (203) 339-1546
- Ethan Allen Conservation/education officer (internship):Jen Ferrel, (203)747-0899
- Volunteer Coordinator: Tracy Benham, 203-330-6046
Certification
- Forklift certification
Timeline
Conservation Intern
Beardsley Zoo Conservation
06.2020 - 10.2020
Volunteer Docent
Beardsley Zoo
07.2018 - Current
Furniture Prep Specialist
Ethan Allen
05.2017 - Current
Volunteer
Emergency Animal Rescue Service, E.A.R.S
02.2017 - 08.2017
Site Maintainer
Carmine Labriola Contracting Corporation at General Electric
02.2010 - 12.2016
Inventory Control
Conair
07.2007 - 02.2009
Associate of Liberal Arts & Science - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Housatonic Community College
High School Diploma -
Shelton High School
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