Open To Work
KAREIF SHABAZZ
City Laborer
New York,NY
Work Preference
Summary
Driven and passionate professional eager to advance my career and contribute to a dynamic team. With a strong foundation in the construction and moving industries, I bring dedication, a positive mindset, and a commitment to excellence. I am dedicated to completing tasks efficiently and effectively, always upholding the highest safety and quality standards.”
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
City Laborer
New York City Health And Hospitals
New York
01.2026 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for facility maintenance and construction projects.
- Assisted in moving and transporting medical supplies throughout the hospital.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas in compliance with health standards.
- Supported various departments by providing manual labor as needed.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
Mover/Groundskeeping (Institutional Aide)
NYC HEALTH & HOSPITAL Lincoln
Bronx
06.2023 - Current
- Worked directly and shared office with Laborers.
- Moved and unloaded hospital equipment, also offices, such as desks, chairs, cabinets, bookcases, etc.
- Assisted Laborers with assembling, and disassembling of hospital furniture or other office items.
- Worked with laborers and other facilities shops on various projects. (Painters, Plumping, Mason, Carpenters.)
- Picked up trash and performed heavy cleaning duties of hospital bed room and offices.
- Performed other related duties as required, and or deemed necessary to meet the needs of the assigned buildings or areas.
- Cleaned workspace upon completion of assigned duties.
- Performed customer satisfaction surveys.
- Packed boxes handle personal documents load trucks with customers valuables unload and distribute items in new location move and load heavy furniture residential and commercial full service moving.
Leadership Instructor
ASPIRA of New York
Harlem
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Focus relates to implementing Character Education, Service Learning, Youth Council, and Leadership gender based curriculums for youth grades ranging from 6 – 8.
- Prepare, facilitate and administer education material, which is design to enhance the mental, social and overall development of each student.
- Incorporate behavior management, and positive decision making strategies throughout the program.
- Work to develop student’s problem solving skills and abilities handle challenging situations.
- Provides positive redirection for individual needs of the student.
- Assist with event planning; help coordinate mandatory projects related to program funding.
- Assist program management with a wide range of administrative duties.
Customer Service Supervisor
Whole Foods
Harlem
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Supervise Cashiers, Cashier Assistants and a small maintenance team.
- Opened the Harlem store as a Cashier Assistant, was promoted twice and made a Supervisor after only five months.
- Responsible for monitoring customer flow at points of check out, balancing cash drawers and make sure surround areas are well maintained.
- Assist in formulating work schedules, train and coach new employees.
- Work continuously with management and other supervisors on store events.
- Provide prompt and accurate information to customer queries, tackle issues and ensured timely resolution of problems.
- Collaborate daily with lost prevention department and train other employees on way to prevent thief, while maintaining integrity.
- Cross-train and provide back-up for other customer service representatives when needed.
- Perform opening and closing duties, including counting cash and checking all equipment for proper functioning.
Assistant Head Coach–Varsity Basketball/Special Needs Assistant
Abraham Lincoln High School
Denver
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Directly involved in all aspects of the men's basketball program, assisted the head coach in creating and cultivating a positive and competitive environment for all players and coaches.
- Provided assistance with on-court coaching instruction and coordinated team's Player Development Program.
- Managed both player development and pre-game shoot around routines.
- Managed practice arrangements, as well as all team and organizational meetings.
- Established Video Program and oversaw development of the digital playbook.
- Finished with a record of 25-5, second best season in school history.
- Acted as the liaison between the school alumni and basketball program.
- Used my experience as a student-athlete to help student-athletes outside of practice with non-basketball related issues.
Concierge/Doorman
2077 Tenants Corporation
Fort Lee
08.2014 - 07.2016
- Manage the front desk for 192 cooperative units, including two penthouse apartments, handled all Shareholders request.
- Performed a variety of concierge and front desk tasks such as greeting and acknowledging residents and guests.
- Responsible for being first point of contact regarding building and community related information.
- Coordinated the storage and distribution of all incoming and outgoing packages and deliveries, acknowledged for creating greater efficiency in these areas.
- Assisted with event planning, local directions, reservations and appointments.
- Routinely coordinated with the building’s maintenance staff to insure timely resolution of maintenance requests.
- Monitored lobby traffic, managed two parking lots and assisted with administrative office duties as needed.
Office Assistant
1199SEIU Benefit & Pension Fund
New York
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Provided administrative support and clerical assistance to a variety of office areas.
- Handled incoming calls and other communications.
- Managed filing systems, data entry and recorded information as needed.
- Support front desk, greeted members, visitors and scheduled appointments.
- Prepared and mailed outgoing packages, received and insured delivery of incoming packages.
Human Resources Assistant
1199SEIU Benefit & Pension Fund
New York
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Validated and processed member’s enrollment and eligibility information.
- Issued requests for new health benefits identification cards.
- Completed all work within departmental required timeframes.
- Worked with team members on major projects.
Education
College -
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Dryden, NY 08.2012 - 06.2013
College -
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY 08.2011 - 06.2012
High School -
Clifton High School
Clifton, NJ 09.2010 - 06/2011
Skills
- Effective team player with strong communication and collaboration skills
- Reliable and adaptable, consistently following directions and safety protocols
- Positively motivated, boosting team morale and maintaining a positive attitude
- Strong work ethic, dependable, and committed to high-quality performance
- Situational awareness, ensuring safety and efficiency on the job site
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Basketball Coaching: Mentoring youth and fostering teamwork and discipline.
- Community Volunteering: Providing food and clothing to support local communities.
- Reading: Dedicated to continuous learning and self-improvement.
Timeline
City Laborer
New York City Health And Hospitals
01.2026 - Current
Mover/Groundskeeping (Institutional Aide)
NYC HEALTH & HOSPITAL Lincoln
06.2023 - Current
Leadership Instructor
ASPIRA of New York
11.2018 - 03.2020
Customer Service Supervisor
Whole Foods
07.2017 - 12.2018
Assistant Head Coach–Varsity Basketball/Special Needs Assistant
Abraham Lincoln High School
09.2016 - 07.2017
Concierge/Doorman
2077 Tenants Corporation
08.2014 - 07.2016
College -
Tompkins Cortland Community College
08.2012 - 06.2013
Office Assistant
1199SEIU Benefit & Pension Fund
06.2012 - 08.2012
College -
Erie Community College
08.2011 - 06.2012
Human Resources Assistant
1199SEIU Benefit & Pension Fund
06.2011 - 08.2011
High School -
Clifton High School
09.2010 - 06/2011