Samuel Etlinger
Vancouver
Summary
Experienced with a variety of different positions from costumer service to heavy labor. Recently moved to Vancouver, WA and looking to settle into a career in the Trades. Track record of high adaptability and excited to learn new skills. Can't wait to be an invaluable asset for a company and get to know a new team
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
Mini Pet Mart
Eugene, OR
07.2023 - 11.2025
- Oversaw daily operation of the store.
- Trained, scheduled, and maintained 8 employees.
- Responsible for Inventory management and order placement.
- Had a full understanding of sales trends and product demand.
- Checked-in and verified order accuracy.
- Received and broke down pallets of product consisting of pet food and general pet supply.
- Ensured store cleanliness and delegated store upkeep.
- Responsible for conflict resolution - Employee, customer, and general public.
Sales Associate
Mini Pet Mart
Eugene, OR
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Cash handling and POS operation.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided knowledgeable recommendations.
- Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate stock replenishment.
- Verified order accuracy and stocked product.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organization.
- Trained new employees on store policies and operational procedures.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor.
- Handled customer interactions/complaints.
- Made meaningful connections with customers to ensure repeat business.
Wildland Firefighter
Dust Busters
Eugene, OR
05.2018 - 10.2022
- Worked 4 seasons of wildland firefighting in the Pacific Northwest. 100+ days of operational experience on wildland fire hand crews.
- Registered and active sawyer for over half of operational days.
- Worked shifts of 12-16 hours consistently during wildfire season.
- Received 3 months of wildfire fighting tactics training as well as First aid/CPR certification through the Red Cross.
- Passed Wildland driving classes and received clearance for truck driving into operational areas. Spent 2 years as a driver for crews along with sawyer and standard hand crew operation duties.
- Learned proper handling of many tools including Chainsaw, Axe, Polaski, Shovel, Hoe, Hose, and more.
- Experienced true camaraderie and built lifelong relationships.
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
Eugene, OR
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Administered patient treatments according to established protocols and safety standards.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Educated patients on dialysis processes.
- Carried out machine setup and maintenance.
- Demonstrated good time management. Cleaned/setup machines, brought in patients, and administered treatment 8 times per day.
- Worked 12 hour shifts 4 days a week.
Mover/Packer
Oregon Packing and Loading
Eugene, OR
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Coordinated loading and unloading of items.
- Operated various moving equipment, including dollies, hand trucks, and forklifts, to transport goods.
- Packed boxes for residential moving.
- Worked long days with varying hours.
- Strenuous labor spent entirely on your feet.
Ranch Hand
Rinaldi Ranch
Veneta, OR
11.2018 - 01.2020
- Outside of Wildfire fighting I worked on a family ranch in Veneta, OR.
- Handled morning and evening chores including feeding/cleaning up after cattle, horses, chickens, goats, pigs, and sheep.
- Extensive landscaping on the property.
- Managed repairs on barns, sheds, and stables. Included roof and foundational repairs.
- Removed and replaced 1200+ feet of farm fencing.
- Experienced in bailing and stacking hay/alfalfa.
Cook/Cashier
Panda Express
Eugene, OR
11.2015 - 07.2017
- Prepared ingredients, meals, and beverage orders.
- Managed ingredient inventory and walk-in cleanliness.
- Operated grill and Wok.
- Maintained health standards and proper safety practices.
- Washed and sanitized all equipment and surfaces.
- Focused on customer service and satisfaction.
- Operated register and handled money.
Education
High School Diploma -
Willamette Highschool
Eugene, ORSkills
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Complex Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Various tool operation
- Ability to carry out high intensity labor
Certification
- CPR/First aid certified
- Licensed sawyer
- Drivers license and clean driving record
Timeline
Manager
Mini Pet Mart
07.2023 - 11.2025
Sales Associate
Mini Pet Mart
11.2022 - 07.2023
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
04.2020 - 06.2021
Mover/Packer
Oregon Packing and Loading
06.2019 - 10.2019
Ranch Hand
Rinaldi Ranch
11.2018 - 01.2020
Wildland Firefighter
Dust Busters
05.2018 - 10.2022
Cook/Cashier
Panda Express
11.2015 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Willamette Highschool