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Sean Carter

Oswego,IL

Summary

I am a dedicated, hardworking person with ten years of service at a gas station and a year of experience as a grad assistant in a library at an academic institution. Recently I have acquired my Master of Arts degree in history. Well versed in the process of research and looking to make a transition into a more academically focused career.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Gas Station Attendant

Meijer
06.2014 - Current
  • Maintained clean and orderly work station.
  • Ensured accurate cash handling and maintained a balanced register at the end of each shift.
  • Maintained cleanliness of gas station premises, resulting in a welcoming environment for customers.
  • Cleaned up gas and other spills in accordance with spill procedures.
  • Successfully deescalated challenging situations involving unhappy or irate customers through active listening skills coupled with problem-solving abilities.
  • Checked customer identification for alcohol, cigarette, and lottery sales.
  • Built trustful relationships with customers to encourage return visits.
  • Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, ensuring repeat business.
  • Processed fuel and merchandise transactions by operating POS system with accuracy.

Rare Books and Special Collections Grad Assistant

Northern Illinois University
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Received visiting students and scholars and retrieved materials they requested
  • Reshelved books and archived materials
  • Minor work in processing alumni donations to the library
  • Minor preservation work on brittle items
  • Shelf cleaning and organization
  • Created a hallway display using department materials to explore the theme of dystopia in literature [Photos available on request]

Dishwasher

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.

Utility Worker

Walmart
07.2012 - 08.2012

Collected shopping carts in the parking lot and brought them back into the front of the store for customers to use again.


Kept front of the store clean and free of debris to create a welcoming atmosphere.


Assisted customers with disabilities to load their purchases into their vehicles.

Education

Master of Arts - History

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - History

Aurora University
Aurora, IL
2015

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Research
  • Computer Skills
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Rare Books and Special Collections Grad Assistant

Northern Illinois University
01.2022 - 01.2023

Gas Station Attendant

Meijer
06.2014 - Current

Dishwasher

Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que
06.2013 - 06.2014

Utility Worker

Walmart
07.2012 - 08.2012

Master of Arts - History

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Arts - History

Aurora University
Sean Carter