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MADISON HODGES

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

I am a reliable Animal Care and Sales associate team member with proven skills cleaning animal areas, helping customers with whatever they may need or help finding, coorcoordinating inventory and managing animal needs with care and compassion. Highly organized and hardworking with good communication and multitasking abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Pet Care Assistant

Pet Suites
Greenwood, IN
09.2025 - Current
  • Provided daily care and supervision for pets, ensuring health and safety standards were met.
  • Making sure associates are giving one on one time with dogs who are not approved for group play
  • Making sure all dogs get walked and rooms cleaned before they are brought back
  • Implemented enrichment activities to promote physical and mental well-being of pets during their stay.
  • Being sure to know the dogs behavior and body language for group play
  • Making sure all the dogs get fed after their room is cleaned
  • Have strong communication to provide updates, photos , and reports to the dogs owners
  • Provide a safe playgroup environment for all dogs

Retail associate

Kohls
Greenfield, Indiana
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong product knowledge to enhance customer shopping experience. Maintained a visually appealing store layout, increasing foot traffic. Trained new associates on sales strategies and customer engagement. Conducted inventory management, minimizing stock discrepancies. Received 'Employee of the Month' for outstanding sales performance. Resolved customer inquiries swiftly, ensuring high satisfaction rates. Unload truck lifting 50lbs and more. Collaborated with team to achieve monthly sales goals consistently.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Maintained store presentation by organizing merchandise and replenishing stock regularly.
  • Operated cash register efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to meet sales goals and improve store operations.
  • Trained new associates on company policies, procedures, and customer service standards.
  • Processed returns and exchanges while adhering to store policies for customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented visual merchandising strategies to optimize product display and attract customers.
  • Monitored inventory levels, coordinating restocking efforts to reduce stockouts and improve availability.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming store environment to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Managed inventory effectively, ensuring proper stock levels and timely replenishment of merchandise.
  • Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues swiftly.

Dog Sitter

Indianapolis
12.2022 - Current
  • Provided exceptional care for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Ensured dogs received daily exercise, enhancing their health and happiness. Administered medications and special diets as per owner instructions. Developed strong relationships with pets, fostering trust and comfort. Maintained a clean and safe environment for all dogs in my care. Communicated regularly with pet owners, providing updates and peace of mind. Handled multiple dogs simultaneously, showcasing strong multitasking skills. Trained dogs in basic commands, improving their behavior and obedience. Received positive feedback from clients, leading to repeat business.

Retail associate

Walmart
Greenfield, Indiana
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Developed strong product knowledge to enhance customer shopping experience. Maintained a visually appealing store layout, increasing foot traffic. Conducted inventory management, minimizing stock discrepancies.

Education

High School Diploma - FFA, Agriculture, Animal science, construction

Greenfield Central High School
Greenfield, Indiana
01.2025

Skills

  • Team player
  • Fast learner
  • Time management
  • Observational skills
  • Cleanliness maintenance
  • Animal handling
  • Pet handling
  • Animal care
  • Exercising and playing
  • Kennel disinfection
  • Customer service
  • Honest and dependable
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening
  • Customer communication
  • Human and animal safety
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

  • Implemented safety protocols that resulted in zero incidents or injuries
  • Provided individualized care, such as accommodating specific feeding schedules, administering medications, and offering, specialized services like senior pet care or behavioral training
  • Ensured a clean, disinfected environment is provided. This includes strict, sanitation protocols, safe handling techniques, and, secure, secure, facilities to prevent escape or injury.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Interests

Babysitting kids and dogs, Being outdoors, Hunting and fishing, Jam skating in the fall winter time with friends, Seeing different animals at Zoos

Timeline

Pet Care Assistant

Pet Suites
09.2025 - Current

Retail associate

Kohls
09.2023 - Current

Retail associate

Walmart
02.2023 - 04.2023

Dog Sitter

12.2022 - Current

High School Diploma - FFA, Agriculture, Animal science, construction

Greenfield Central High School
MADISON HODGES