Lorra Carter
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Adept at task prioritization and with a knack for excellent people skills, I enhanced client service at Anytime Fitness by developing personalized fitness programs. My time at NEON, handling diverse field protocols and equipment maintenance, showcases my problem-solving ability and adherence to procedures, underscoring my capability to meet and exceed employer expectations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Temporary Field Technician
NEON
02.2022 - 11.2024
- Conducted field observations and collections using approximately 30 different protocols and multiple Standard Operating Procedures with varying schedule requirements based on local ecosystem and current field conditions
- Worked on instrument towers up to 125 feet and performed routine maintenance of equipment
- Participated in majority botany protocols and gained experience identifying terrestrial flora to genus and species
- Demonstrated field experience and ability to handle changing schedules and extended travel
Forest Ecology Research Field Technician
Paint Rock, Alabama
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Measured and mapped trees for comprehensive inventory data.
- Managed operation, maintenance, and servicing of UTV and mapping units.
- Worked in rugged terrain in hot, humid conditions for 8+ hours a day
- Entered and managed measurement data for each tagged tree, including DBH, height, species, and mapping coordinates.
- Learned identification of common (North Alabama) woody species and deepened knowledge of forest dynamics and ecology
- Worked in teams of 3-8 technicians
Sales Associate/Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness
Florence, AL
02.2017 - 06.2021
- Coached large volumes of customers, both individually and in groups
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Developed personalized fitness programs and client care to address specific needs, limitations, goals, and performance metrics.
- Utilized proper safety protocol according to NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) standards to write and execute weekly workouts for clients
- Resolved member complaints and concerns with professionalism.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing documents or updating member accounts.
Family Farm Hand (Registered Black Angus Cows)
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Operated general equipment including lawn mowers, weed eaters, UTVs, and four-wheelers
- Assisted in rotating cattle among pastures, patrolled the perimeters, and administered medications/vaccinations
- Setup and maintained electric fencing includes post hole digging, post driving, and fence wire attachment
- Assisted in birthing, bottle feeding, and ear tagging new calves
- Used farm equipment on numerous occasions including but not limited to: front end loader, bush hog, round balers, reciprocating saw, table saw, box seeder, general hand tools
- Assisted in multipurpose projects such as setup of interior plywood walls, painting, sanding, light carpentry work, and removal of popcorn ceilings
Education
B.S. - Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Exercise Science
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL05.2020
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Excellent people skills
- Policy and procedure adherence
- Service oriented
- Client service
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Research Certifications
- Responsible Conduct of Research Course
- Conflicts of Interest Course
- National Academy of Sports Medicine & CPR certified
- Member of The Wildlife Society (2021)
Timeline
Temporary Field Technician
NEON
02.2022 - 11.2024
Forest Ecology Research Field Technician
05.2021 - 11.2021
Sales Associate/Personal Trainer
Anytime Fitness
02.2017 - 06.2021
Family Farm Hand (Registered Black Angus Cows)
01.2012 - 01.2021
- Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Research Certifications
- Responsible Conduct of Research Course
- Conflicts of Interest Course
- National Academy of Sports Medicine & CPR certified
- Member of The Wildlife Society (2021)
B.S. - Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Exercise Science
University of North Alabama
Similar Profiles
John MolinaJohn Molina
Sign Technician (Safety Manager) at South Texas Neon Signs Inc. Co.Sign Technician (Safety Manager) at South Texas Neon Signs Inc. Co.
KYLE BOUCHKYLE BOUCH
Carrier Sales Representative at Neon LogisticsCarrier Sales Representative at Neon Logistics
Aden CuryAden Cury
Security Officer at Neon SpurSecurity Officer at Neon Spur