Matthew Karalow
Channahon,IL
Summary
Business representative candidate with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Looking to leverage my skills and education toward a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing communication, adaptability, and organizational skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Works Laborer
Village Of Channahon
04.2021 - 12.2023
- Head road striping crew supervisor, managed and lead a team of employees to complete projects both efficiently and thoroughly
- Prepared project budgets, forecasting and inventory, and material pricing points to save money for other work necessities
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training and mentoring individuals with lagging skills to create a productive work place
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties
- Positively engaged with residents and maintained professional appearance as company representative leading to favorable outcomes
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications resulting in accurate solutions
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints leading to maximum efficiency
- Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities, assignments, and other interruptions, which may affect pre-established timelines
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Parts Delivery Driver
O'Reilly Auto Parts
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Kept records of pickups and deliveries and obtained necessary signatures and receipts.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
- Checked parts computer for stock items and initiated special orders.
- Safely and punctually delivered auto parts to local automobile stores from large distributor.
- Kept up-to-date records for clients and distribution center to maintain long-lasting relationships.
Fry Cook/Assistant Manager
Browns Chicken
01.2016 - 05.2018
- Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions
- Used cash registers and calculators to prepare bills, accept payments and make change.
- Trained new employees by demonstrating tasks and coaching during daily activities.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Lewis University
Romeoville, IL12.2020
Associate of Arts - Business
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL05.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Project Management
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Problem Solving
Affiliations
IUOE Operating Engineers Local 150
Timeline
Public Works Laborer
Village Of Channahon
04.2021 - 12.2023
Parts Delivery Driver
O'Reilly Auto Parts
11.2018 - 08.2020
Fry Cook/Assistant Manager
Browns Chicken
01.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Lewis University
Associate of Arts - Business
Joliet Junior College
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