NICHOLAS TRUFOLO
Toms River,NJ
Summary
Motivated and disciplined individual seeking to begin a career in law enforcement as a Police Officer. Committed to serving the community with integrity, respect, and a strong sense of justice. Possess excellent communication skills, physical fitness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Quick learner with a strong work ethic and a deep interest in public safety, criminal justice, and community engagement. Eager to apply training and develop the skills necessary to protect and serve effectively.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
BCN Landscaping
, New Jersey
04.2023 - Current
- Crafted and executed innovative landscaping plans for residential and commercial properties, integrating sustainable practices that boosted client satisfaction and enhanced property appeal.
- Supervised daily landscaping operations for over 20 residential and commercial properties, ensuring top-notch maintenance through efficient mowing, trimming, pruning, and fertilizing, which resulted in consistently high client satisfaction.
- Efficiently operated and maintained power equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers, reducing downtime by 20% and ensuring pristine landscapes across multiple properties.
- Spearheaded project timelines and expertly delegated tasks, consistently meeting client standards and enhancing project delivery speeds by 20%.
- Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rating by promptly resolving concerns with professionalism and care.
- Championed eco-friendly initiatives, leading a successful campaign that reduced waste by 25% and increased employee participation in sustainable practices by 40%.
Cashier / Acting Floor Supervisor
ShopRite
Wall, NJ
09.2017 - 04.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by proactively assisting with over 100 orders, swiftly resolving issues, and cultivating positive relationships with clients for repeat business.
- Led store operations during management absence, mentoring a team of 10 staff, improving performance by 20% and boosting customer satisfaction.
- Facilitated the onboarding of 15 new hires, enhancing team cohesion and improving retention rates by 20%.
- Oversaw daily cash register operations, ensuring accurate profit accounting for transactions averaging $1,000+ per day, while streamlining log maintenance to reduce discrepancies by 20%.
- Resolved various register and POS issues, reducing transaction delays by 20% and ensuring smooth workflow in high-traffic environments.
- Facilitated seamless collaboration between departments, reducing operational downtime by 20% and enhancing overall store efficiency.
- Enhance the shopping experience by actively stocking and organizing merchandise displays, boosting product availability by 15% and captivating customers with visually appealing layouts.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJ05.2025
High School Diploma -
Brick Memorial High School
Brick, NJ06.2019
Skills
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
- Team Collaboration & Leadership
- Customer Service & Public Interaction
- Time Management & Organization
- Adaptability in High-Stress Situations
- Supervising and training new team members
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Regulations
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Time Management
- Resource Allocation
Timeline
Foreman
BCN Landscaping
04.2023 - Current
Cashier / Acting Floor Supervisor
ShopRite
09.2017 - 04.2023
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Ocean County College
High School Diploma -
Brick Memorial High School