Michael De Souza
Savannah,GA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience as a Sales Associate at Zumiez, excelling in customer engagement and inventory control. Proven ability to enhance shopping experiences through exceptional communication and efficient multitasking. Skilled in eco-friendly cleaning techniques and maintaining organized environments, contributing to high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Remodeling Assistant
Family Members
Savannah, GA
12.2024 - Current
- Assisted in planning and executing home remodeling projects, ensuring adherence to family preferences and budgets.
- Supported material selection and procurement for various renovation tasks, optimizing quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Coordinated schedules with family members to facilitate smooth workflow during remodeling phases.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces, enhancing safety and efficiency during projects.
- Maintained knowledge of safety practices for removing hazards from working sites.
- Painted walls, ceilings and other surfaces.
- Performed demolition work on existing structures.
- Followed instructions from construction project managers and supervisors.
- Cleared work sites of hazardous items.
- Unloaded and stored construction materials.
- Removed debris and waste from job sites.
- Followed safety protocols on job sites.
- Dug trenches and backfill holes to prepare for construction site.
- Enhanced overall project quality by meticulously following design plans and paying close attention to detail during the execution of tasks.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to workplace safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Supported senior remodeling professionals in meeting project goals through consistent collaboration, proactive problem-solving, and task prioritization.
- Expedited project completion times through proficient multitasking abilities while consistently delivering high-quality results.
- Contributed to a positive company reputation through exceptional customer service skills, commitment to quality workmanship, and collaborative team efforts.
- Documented project progress, capturing lessons learned to improve future home improvement initiatives.
- Assisted in the installation of fixtures and finishes, ensuring alignment with design specifications and standards.
- Boosted efficiency on job sites by keeping work areas clean and organized throughout the duration of each project.
House Cleaner Assistant
Family Members
Savannah, GA
2022 - Current
Sales Associate
Zumiez
Savannah, GA
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring efficient checkout procedures.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization, promoting a welcoming environment for shoppers.
- Collaborated with team members to restock merchandise, optimizing inventory management.
- Learned product features and benefits quickly to provide informed recommendations to customers.
- Monitored inventory levels, assisting in stock replenishment to meet customer demand consistently.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic High-School Curriculum
Woodville Tompkins High-School
151 Coach Joe Turner St Savannah, GA 31408 UnitedNo Degree - Residential Electricity
Savannah Technical College
Savannah, GASkills
- Restroom maintenance
- Eco-friendly cleaning
- Efficient cleaning techniques
- Dusting and polishing
- Furniture treatment
- Proper chemical handling
- Sanitization procedures
- Yard cleanup
- Garbage disposal
- Housekeeping
- Teamwork
- Multitasking and organization
- Cleaning and organizing
- Mopping and sweeping
- Vacuuming
- Hospitality background
- Basic maintenance
- Residential cleaning
- Physically strong
- Inventory control
- Exceptional communicator
- Laundry management
- Hardworking
- English language fluency
Additional Information
- Can work alone or in a group
- Always seeks customer satisfaction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Full Professional
Timeline
Sales Associate
Zumiez
02.2025 - 04.2025
Home Remodeling Assistant
Family Members
12.2024 - Current
House Cleaner Assistant
Family Members
2022 - Current
High School Diploma - Basic High-School Curriculum
Woodville Tompkins High-School
No Degree - Residential Electricity
Savannah Technical College