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Luke Schertenleib

Luke Schertenleib

Kingsland,GA

Summary

Adept at managing diverse animal care and painting projects, I leveraged my expertise in reptile handling and minor medical procedures at Sams Flying Frog Ranch to enhance animal welfare. My strong organizational skills, honed at Sam's Flying Frog Ranch, ensured customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Proven ability to thrive in varied environments, showcasing resilience and a commitment to excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Journyman Painter/ Leadman

D&D Decorators
Brunswick, GA
05.2025 - Current
  • Lead painting projects from preparation to completion, ensuring high-quality finishes.
  • Mentored junior painters on techniques and safety protocols, fostering skill development.
  • Conducted thorough surface preparation, including sanding and priming, to enhance paint adhesion.
  • Managed inventory of paints and supplies, optimizing usage and reducing waste.

Sales Associate and Animal Handler/keeper

Sam's Flying Frog Ranch
Yulee, FL
01.2021 - 06.2023
  • Cared for and handled exotic pets of various species. Consisting of fish, birds, aphibians, rodents, small mammles, and various reptiles. I would feed and clean enclosures and perform repairs as needed. I would assist in breeding projects. I would also help adminster medications as needed. Such as deworming meds etc. Aswell as setting up misting, pump, and filtration systems. Reparing and trouble shooting as needed.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • It was also my job to properly educate customers on care/husbandry of multiple reptile and amphibian species.
  • Company contact info: 904-310-9318

Education

Diploma - N/A

Camden County High School
Kingsland, GA
06-2000

Skills

    After many years of working in construction and mantinance jobs I am familiar with plumbing, electrical, and misting systems Aswell as trouble shooting and making repairs in said feilds

    Familiar with minor medical procedures of reptiles and amphibians Through proper hygienic and quarantine procedures As well as assiting in proper handling of said animals during medical procedures

    Great management, customer service, and organization skills from working at Sam's flying frog ranch

    Animal handling and husbandry of various species including but not limited to reptiles, and amphibians

    Excellent trouble shooting skills both in the field and in my home life

    Valid drivers license with a clean driving record

    Extremely adaptable and enthusiastic

    Due to many years of construction jobs both in northern states and southern, I am highly capable of working in various temperatures and weather conditions

    Capable of using GPS devices such as phones as well as actual paper maps

    Performed data entry in various customer service jobs For example entering scientific names, morphs, and prices into computer/cash register systems

    Growing up in CT and southeast GA most of my life I am familiar with using 4 wheel drive vehicles in both snow and muddy conditions

    Familiar with using such tool as calipers, scales, water testing devices, (apera instruments) and other such necessary tools for collecting data in the field

    Record/data keeping and tracking of multiple reptile and amphibian species in my personal care Such as but not limited to growth rates, and feeding schedules etc

Certification

Master Herpetologist certification (Amphibian foundation)

Southeastern Master Herpetologist certification (Amphibian foundation)

Venom class 1 certification (Amphibian foundation)

Venom class 2 certification (The Rattlesnake conservancy)

Additional Information

I am also curently a volunteer with the Jekyll island authority.

Timeline

Journyman Painter/ Leadman

D&D Decorators
05.2025 - Current

Sales Associate and Animal Handler/keeper

Sam's Flying Frog Ranch
01.2021 - 06.2023

Diploma - N/A

Camden County High School