Perry Houston
Washington,DC
Summary
Versatile and dependable professional with experience across a couple of industries and roles. Strong ability to adapt quickly, learn new systems, and contribute to team success. Known for excellent work ethics, communication skills, and and reliable in fast paced environments. Finally, a dedicated lifeguard who served over 10+ years continuously with current basic knowledge and skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
City Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service (USPS)
Washington, DC
11.2022 - Current
- Sort mail for delivery and arrange them in a delivery sequence.
- Deliver mail and parcels to residences and business establishments along specified routes by walking and/or driving, using a combination of satchels, carts, cars, and small trucks.
- Return to the post office with mail collected from homes, businesses, and public mailboxes.
- Managed mail holds for customers during their absence from delivery locations.
- Record address changes, give out signed certified mail documents from customers, and leave notices telling patrons where to collect mail that could not be delivered.
Certified Lifeguard
Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
Washington, DC
01.2013 - Current
- Tasked with ensuring activities were developed around the pool area.
- Monitored swimmers to ensure their safety in the pool and surrounding areas.
- Exhibited exceptional customer service by presenting a polite and courteous demeanor while interacting with patrons and addressed any issues and concerns relevant to the pool.
- Maintained and learned how to perform duties in extremely hot weather conditions with concealed chemicals in the area while adhering to safety rules, guidelines, and procedures.
- Enhanced and trained the abilities to perform possible life saving situations such as CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne pathogens, seizure preventions, Heat burns/chemical burns, and much more.
CAP 2 & Overnight Associate
Walmart Supercenter
Washington, DC
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Takes and own responsibility for politely greeting customers, locating products, price-checking different items, and maintaining and organizing store shelves and displays.
- Demonstrates exceptional stocking duties during the daytime (CAP 2) and during overnight to better gain more knowledge and experiences throughout the store.
- Ability to load and unload any merchandise that comes off the truck daily in the backroom of receiving or loadout area and place them in the correct spots.
Education
High School Diploma -
H.D. Woodson Senior High School
Washington, DC06-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of The District of Columbia
Washington, DCAccomplishments
- Employee of the Month
- Proficient with Microsoft Word/Office/Excel
- High School Honor Roll Recipient
- Perfect Attendance Recipient
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Swimming
- Biking
- Walking
- Physical Workouts
Certification
- Drivers License
Timeline
City Carrier Associate
United States Postal Service (USPS)
11.2022 - Current
CAP 2 & Overnight Associate
Walmart Supercenter
03.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Lifeguard
Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR)
01.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
H.D. Woodson Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
University of The District of Columbia