Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Justin Smith

San Diego,CA

Summary

Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Manager

Cali Nutrition
San Diego, California
01.2022 - 02.2025
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.

Fire Sprinkler Designer

Hiller Companies
San Diego, California
07.2017 - 04.2021
  • Designed fire sprinkler systems in compliance with NFPA and local codes.
  • Executed hydraulic calculations and developed detailed working drawings aligned with project specifications.
  • Coordinated sprinkler design with existing structures and other MEP subcontractors to ensure seamless integration.
  • Collaborated with project managers and foremen to create detailed fabrication drawings and field prints.
  • Conducted field surveys to gather essential data for system design and implementation.
  • Managed multiple design projects, prioritizing tasks based on complexity and urgency.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation for all fire protection designs and calculations.
  • Performed peer reviews of systems designs and specifications

Store Manager

GNC Live Well
San Diego, California
01.2011 - 03.2018
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Updated POS system with new products and promotional offers.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
  • Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.

Sales Associate

Staples
San Diego, California
04.2009 - 06.2011
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.

Insulator

Southern California Insulation
National City, California
11.2007 - 04.2009
  • Measured and cut insulation materials to fit in designated areas.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading supplies from trucks or vans at job sites.
  • Maintained records of installation activities and material used for each job.
  • Cleaned up worksites upon completion of projects to maintain safe working environment.
  • Repaired, removed or applied insulation on industrial and mechanical equipment including heat exchangers, tanks and pumps.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School
Ramona, CA
06-2006

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD
  • Blueprint and construction plan reading
  • Building and fire code knowledge
  • Customer relationship management
  • Fast-paced environment adaptability
  • Multitasking skills

Certification

  • Nicet 1 ( Water-Based Systems Layout) 07/2019

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Store Manager

Cali Nutrition
01.2022 - 02.2025

Fire Sprinkler Designer

Hiller Companies
07.2017 - 04.2021

Store Manager

GNC Live Well
01.2011 - 03.2018

Sales Associate

Staples
04.2009 - 06.2011

Insulator

Southern California Insulation
11.2007 - 04.2009

High School Diploma -

Ramona High School