Luis Swanson
Willmar,MN
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated to helping others succeed in academics with experience from being a teacher's assistant in the past helping teach Geometry in High School. Achieving licensing fast proves the strong ability to comprehend and adapt to new concepts. Experienced with classroom support, instructional assistance, and student engagement. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to enhance learning environments. Track record of collaborating successfully with teachers and students to achieve educational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lumber Associate
The Home Depot Store
02.2024 - Current
- Trained and licensed in lift equipment such as the Sit-Down Forklift, Reach Truck, Portable Loading Dock, Electric Ladder, and Electric Pallet Jack.
- Was able to complete all safety training and passed operational tests on lift equipment within 3 weeks.
- Managed others while working on lift equipment while in the store to ensure safety of customers and coworkers.
- Used equipment to unload and load both customer and company trucks.
- Helped prepare large lumber orders.
- Assisted in the successful completion of projects, cutting materials to specific dimensions as requested.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries regarding product specifications and applications.
- Increased sales revenue through the effective recommendation of appropriate products to customers.
- Contributed to team success by offering support and collaborating with fellow associates on various tasks.
- Improved departmental processes by suggesting innovative ideas during staff meetings for better workflow management.
- Enhanced lumber department efficiency by organizing and maintaining inventory levels.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality for efficient operation.
Cashier
Kohls Department Store
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Was able to handle busy hours and long lines with efficiency.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front and around store.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Math Teacher Assistant
Class Work
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted teacher with grading assignments.
- Learned how to help others with problems they did not understand.
- Participated in class to understand the content being taught in order to be successful in reiterate it to students in a different manner.
Meat Department Associate
Cash Wise Foods
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted customers with special requests, such as custom cuts or specific preparation instructions.
- Ensured accurate pricing through consistent label verification and updates on meat products and properly weighing products.
- Wrapped cuts of meat efficiently and properly to ensure freshness of products.
- Maximized product freshness by consistently monitoring inventory levels and rotating stock accordingly.
- Learned how to safely cut products using saws, slicers and cutting techniques.
Dog Fostering
Adorable Dog Rescue
02.2011 - 08.2019
- Worked with dogs to figure out their special needs.
- Worked with families to understand their ability to handel certain breeds of dogs.
- Learned how to take care of and clean up after dogs.
- Was able to train dogs to understand and follow commands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND05-2028
High School Diploma -
Willmar Senior High School
Willmar, MN05-2024
Skills
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Cutting techniques
- Wood handling
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Store operations
- Team building
- Purchase Orders
- Conflict Resolution
- Complaint Handling
Timeline
Lumber Associate
The Home Depot Store
02.2024 - Current
Cashier
Kohls Department Store
08.2023 - 02.2024
Math Teacher Assistant
Class Work
08.2023 - 12.2023
Meat Department Associate
Cash Wise Foods
03.2023 - 08.2023
Dog Fostering
Adorable Dog Rescue
02.2011 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
University of North Dakota
High School Diploma -
Willmar Senior High School
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