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Nicholas Rivers

San Diego,CA

Summary

With a strong work ethic, adaptability, and eagerness to learn, I am confident I can be a valuable contributor to any team. As a hardworking, organized, and self-motivated individual, I thrive in fast-paced environments, work well under pressure, and actively seek ways to increase efficiency. Growth opportunities are always welcomed. I take pride in my experience and skills, and am eager to apply them in a workplace that encourages ongoing personal & professional development.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier

Old Navy
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Stocked, tagged, and displayed merchandise as required

Freshmade Clerk/Courtesy Clerk

Albertsons
03.2019 - 12.2019
  • Wrapped and packed perishable food in boxes based on quality and quantity.
  • Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
  • Addressed customer needs for price checks and merchandise retrieval from upper shelves or stockroom.
  • Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.

Sales Associate

Home Depot
12.2019 - 11.2022
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeled items, and arranged according to size or color.
  • Offered color-matching expertise and paint product selection advice to assist customers with paint choice.
  • Prepared paint to proper consistency with an electric mixer and matched color choices for consumers.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Shared personal recommendations and product knowledge with customers to help determine the correct product for customer DIY projects.
  • Managed clearance endcaps and ensured accurate clearance pricing and inventory.

Department Head Manager

Home Depot
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Oversaw continuous floor maintenance and recovery efforts, keeping displays and shelves customer-ready and professionally presented.
  • Kept merchandise fresh by monitoring use of proper stock rotation procedures and setting up promotions to move out aging products.
  • Trained and oriented associates to maximize team performance.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessed needs, and provided product knowledge to help customers select best products.
  • Provided outstanding customer service.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Cleaned up biohazard spills by carefully following optimal safety protocols.
  • Operated paint desk which included; manual color-matching, mixing paint, ordered low-stock necessary products, and ensured each customer had their order fulfilled properly and promptly.
  • Priced clearance items appropriately and monitored sales.

Education

Associate of Science - Engineering Technology

Miracosta College
Oceanside, CA
05.2025

High School Diploma -

Mission Vista High School
Oceanside, CA
06.2019

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Order Processing
  • Retail Sales Management
  • Training and Leadership
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organizational Skills
  • Hazmat Certified
  • Power Tool Experience
  • Automotive Experience
  • Proficient with Technology and Microsoft Office

Timeline

Department Head Manager

Home Depot
11.2022 - 02.2024

Sales Associate

Home Depot
12.2019 - 11.2022

Freshmade Clerk/Courtesy Clerk

Albertsons
03.2019 - 12.2019

Cashier

Old Navy
10.2018 - 03.2019

Associate of Science - Engineering Technology

Miracosta College

High School Diploma -

Mission Vista High School
Nicholas Rivers