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Karen Hartland

Summary

Motivated and Energetic Customer Service Representative seeking a position in a fast-paced call center position with AAA. Strong dedication to helping customers with service and sales while cultivating a positive image contributing to the success to your organization.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DoorDash Driver

Door Dash
04.2022 - Current
  • Customer Service: Interact with customers in a friendly and professional way to meet their needs and provide satisfaction.
  • Communication: Keep customers updated on the status of their order, and respond to questions and concerns.
  • Delivery: Deliver goods and services on time and in excellent condition.
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate logs of mileage and gas.
  • Maintain Platnium Status with exceptional ratings. Over 3,000 deliveries

Customer Service Representative

Costco
05.2017 - 03.2022
  • Provided exceptional service to diverse clientele, fostering an inclusive shopping atmosphere.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Managed high-volume customer traffic during peak hours while maintaining efficiency and accuracy in transactions.
  • Contributed to sales growth by upselling products and services based on individual customer requirements.
  • Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflict.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Cy-Fair Independent School District
09.2003 - 05.2017
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
  • Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Provided necessary accommodations for testing situations, ensuring fair opportunities for all students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.
  • Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
  • Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
  • Clerical Switchboard operator after hours.

Stock Manager

Gymboree
08.1995 - 01.2005
  • Collaborated closely with sales teams to ensure adequate stock levels based on customer demands and seasonal trends.
  • Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Set up displays of merchandise to market new products to customers.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Managed team of stock clerks to ensure efficient and error-free stock handling.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Business

Monroe Community College
Henrietta
08.1985

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Active listening
  • Communication
  • Computer skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Empathy
  • Flexibility
  • Multitasking
  • Patience
  • Solution focused

Certification

  • Licensed phlebotomist
  • Registered Pharmacy Technician Trainee

Timeline

DoorDash Driver

Door Dash
04.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Costco
05.2017 - 03.2022

Special Education Paraprofessional

Cy-Fair Independent School District
09.2003 - 05.2017

Stock Manager

Gymboree
08.1995 - 01.2005

Associate of Applied Science - Business

Monroe Community College
Karen Hartland