Mathew DeGroot
Yuma,AZ
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer Foreman
Lane's Mobile Detailing
01.2020 - Current
- Enforced policies to keep work consistent, accurate and hazard-free.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Calculated materials and labor required to complete jobs on-schedule and prepared estimates.
- Operated Equipment on daily basis.
- Trained and mentored new laborers on mobile detailing techniques and equipment usage.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently developing contingency plans when unforeseen circumstances arose during projects.
Cashier
Debbie's Freedom Tobacco
11.2016 - 01.2020
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Completed inventory counts and ordered merchandise.
- Reviewed weekly sales ads and monitored price changes.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in System.
Construction Laborer
Jrp Construction
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Operated various hand and power tools to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in site preparation, including demolition and excavation activities.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all team members.
- Collaborated with skilled tradespeople to ensure project specifications were met consistently.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized work environment throughout the construction process.
- Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Increased productivity through effective communication with supervisors and colleagues regarding task progress and potential issues encountered during the construction process.
- Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Gas Station Cashier
Mini Mart
02.2015 - 11.2016
- Processed various forms of payment for gas, merchandise and lottery tickets.
- Confirmed stock levels and expiration dates of merchandise.
- Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
12.2010 - 02.2015
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Raised performance in areas of sales, management and operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement.
- Conducted monthly inventories of raw materials and components on work floor.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Managed team performance through training, coaching, and mentoring staff.
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yuma High School
Yuma, AZ06.2009
Skills
- Basic Math Functions
- Weight and Measurement
- Suggestive Selling
- Professional Telephone Etiquette
- Construction safety
- Heavy equipment operation
- Drywall application
- Demolition procedures
- Contractor support
- Materials management
- Concrete work
- Scheduling coordination
- Dependable and hardworking
- Problem-solving
- Job site cleanup
- Heavy equipment operations
Timeline
Laborer Foreman
Lane's Mobile Detailing
01.2020 - Current
Cashier
Debbie's Freedom Tobacco
11.2016 - 01.2020
Construction Laborer
Jrp Construction
01.2016 - 01.2017
Gas Station Cashier
Mini Mart
02.2015 - 11.2016
Manager
McDonald's Restaurant
12.2010 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Yuma High School