Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Pedro Salgado

El Paso,TX

Summary

Steady Infantryman with proven abilities in leadership and creative problem solving ready to bring Team Leadership/Mentorship gained from four years as a Team Leader with Army to new role. Hold multiple awards for honorable service while active duty. Consistently recognized by superiors for a positive attitude and to work with team members to achieve goals. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Associate

Tillys
El Paso, TX
12.2023 - Current
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Accurately completed paperwork associated with stocking activities.
  • Stocked merchandise by UPC codes and read labels to match.

Infantryman (11B)

US Army Fort Bliss
El Paso, TX
07.2019 - 12.2023
  • Supervised lower enlisted personnel in their daily tasks while providing guidance and mentorship.
  • Developed strategies for successful completion of assigned missions by utilizing available resources effectively.
  • Inspected gear prior to deployment to ensure proper functioning and safety standards were met.
  • Supported humanitarian relief efforts following natural disasters or armed conflicts.
  • Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
  • Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
  • Inspected and repaired systems to maximize performance.
  • Managed ammunition supply levels and ordered additional supplies when necessary.

Smoothie Expert

Smoothie King
The Woodlands, TX
12.2018 - 07.2019
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area, equipment, and utensils.
  • Provided excellent customer service with a friendly attitude.
  • Kept up-to-date on menu items, specials, recipes, preparation techniques, and promotions.
  • Followed all safety procedures when handling knives, blenders, and other kitchen equipment.
  • Recorded sales transactions quickly and accurately at point-of-sale terminal.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly with courteousness and professionalism.
  • Ordered supplies as needed from vendors in order to keep necessary stock levels.
  • Trained new team members in applicable job duties and practices.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors and coworkers for smooth store operations.
  • Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Oak Ridge High School
Conroe, TX
06.2019

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Reviewing Records
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Sound Decision Making
  • Stamina
  • Time Management
  • Stress Tolerance
  • Policy Reinforcement
  • Customer Service
  • Sorting and Categorizing
  • Excellent Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Attention to Detail

Affiliations

  • Weightlifting
  • Art
  • Learning a new language
  • Reading
  • Cooking

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Received Army Good Conduct Medal for completing first contract honorably.
  • Received Humanitarian Service Medal for volunteering in support of relief from troops quarantined during the peak of COVID-19 in 2020.
  • Received Army Achievement Medal for completing initial enlistment.
  • Received employee of the month at Tilly's my first month of employment.

Certification

  • Completed Distributed Leaders Course to advance to the next level in my profession.
  • Ammo Handler license.
  • Hazmat familiarization certification.
  • Cyber Security certification.
  • Microsoft Office Suite

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sales Associate

Tillys
12.2023 - Current

Infantryman (11B)

US Army Fort Bliss
07.2019 - 12.2023

Smoothie Expert

Smoothie King
12.2018 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Oak Ridge High School
Pedro Salgado