Passionate about animal health and customer service, driving sales through organized displays and expert product advice. Collaborates effectively within teams to ensure exceptional care and cleanliness, enhancing overall customer satisfaction. Proven ability to manage inventory and maintain a positive shopping environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn and Garden Associate
Walmart
Butte, MT
05.2024 - 07.2024
Guided customers in product selection and offered gardening expertise to improve their gardening success.
Maintained plant displays to create inviting shopping environment for customers.
Operated equipment for planting, pruning, and maintaining garden areas.
Watered and pruned plants according to specific needs for plant type.
Designed and arranged seasonal displays for plants, fertilizers, mulch, and potting soils to attract customer interest.
Monitored inventory levels for seasonal plants and garden supplies.
Collaborated with team members to organize department layouts efficiently.
Ensured cleanliness and organization of the lawn and garden section daily.
Participated in seasonal promotions to drive sales of gardening products.
Assisted in training new employees on proper operations of equipment used in the garden center.
Ensured proper safety procedures were followed while operating machinery or lifting heavy objects.
Conducted regular inspections of outdoor displays to ensure neatness and accuracy of pricing labels.
Stocked merchandise on shelves, tables and a-frame hanging plant displays with goods.
Welcomed customers, answered questions and offered to assist with choosing, locating and accessing products.
Operated cash register to process customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
Unloaded products from trucks and transported to appropriate garden center areas using pallet jacks and merchandiser wagon carts.
Dog Bather
Bent Arrow Vet
Tulsa, OK
10.2023 - 11.2023
Bathed approximately 20 animals per 5-hour shift.
Scrubbed, shampooed, and conditioned dogs of all sizes and breeds.
Provided assistance in bathing challenging dogs and those with special needs to ensure a positive experience.
Cleaned and sanitized tubs, tools, and equipment after each use.
Monitored animals for distress or discomfort, ensuring timely intervention for their well-being.
Checked for any skin issues such as sores, cuts, or ticks on the animal's body prior to bathing them.
Toweled off pets after baths to remove excess water from fur coat.
Assisted grooming staff with nail clipping, blow-drying and combing during peak hours and holidays.
Refilled shampoo bottles, sanitized clippers, combs and brushes and placed clean towels at each station following shift completion.
Maintained cleanliness of the facility at all times.
Ensured safety protocols were followed throughout the grooming process.
Kept dogs safe by remaining alert to environmental conditions and nearby animals.
Created consistent workflows by assisting with washing, drying and folding duties.
Maintained clean, neat, and properly sanitized areas to promote animal health and safety.
Crew Leader
Oklahoma Lawn & Landscaping
Inola, OK
07.2023 - 10.2023
Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
Monitored and evaluated crew performance, delivering targeted feedback and coaching to enhance skills.
Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
Prepared construction sites by cleaning and eliminating hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
Operated pumps, compressors, and generators to ensure efficient power and heat for material movement.
Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
Crew Leader
Red Oak Landscaping
Tulsa, OK
06.2023 - 07.2023
Directed team of 10-15 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
Coordinated crew assignments based on job functions to optimize workflow.
Evaluated crew member performance, offering targeted feedback and coaching to support development.
Implemented strategies to enhance team performance and streamline processes.
Monitored task completion to meet company standards for performance.
Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
Developed work schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries concerning services provided by the crew.
Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
Completed minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
Line Cook
Sylvan Lake Lodge
Custer, SD
05.2020 - 07.2022
Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Maintained cleanliness of food preparation areas, ensuring surfaces and utensils were sanitized regularly.
Operated various kitchen appliances such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer.
Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
Assisted in prep work by washing vegetables and butchering meat.
Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
Ensured product freshness and compliance with quality assurance standards through regular monitoring of rotation dates.
Managed inventory by regularly stocking and restocking kitchen supplies to maintain operational efficiency.
Monitored daily inventory levels of kitchen products to ensure adequate supplies for meal preparation.
Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
Crew Leader
Holland Landscaping
Broken Arrow, OK
05.2017 - 06.2018
Trained new hires on job duties and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with company policies.
Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
Inspected equipment for proper operation before use by crew members.
Coordinated with departments to resolve scheduling conflicts, facilitating smooth crew operations.
Organized and managed inventory of supplies for job completion, ensuring timely ordering of additional materials.
Dog Groomer/Dog Trainer
Domination Kennels
Mounds, OK
03.2001 - 07.2014
Bathed and dried dogs of varied sizes, breeds, and temperaments, ensuring a comfortable experience for each pet.
Cleaned ears, trimmed nails, plucked hair from ear canals, and brushed teeth to promote overall health and hygiene.
Used scissors to trim fur around the face, feet, and tail area in accordance with breed standards or customer requests.
Sanitized equipment after each use to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Small Engine Mechanic
GnD boat sales
Bixby, OK
08.2012 - 05.2013
Performed diagnostics and repairs on a variety of small engines, including lawn mowers, snow blowers, chainsaws and leaf blowers.
Disassembled engines to access and repair defective parts, ensuring thorough restoration.
Replaced worn components including fuel lines, carburetors, and spark plugs to restore equipment functionality.
Tested repaired equipment for optimal performance and reliability.