Shawn Reedy
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Summary
Versatile professional with 19+ years of experience in dog handling, construction and customer service, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety compliance and team collaboration. Indoor and outdoor maintenance for safe and clean workspace.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Handler
The Dog Stop
05.2018 - 08.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and maintenance within boarding facilities by regularly sanitizing and repairing kennels and play areas to ensure the health of all animals under my care.
- Managed up to 20 dogs of varying breeds and sizes, providing attentive care.
- Collaborated with fellow team members to create a smooth workflow between handlers, groomers, trainers, and other staff at the facility.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with different breeds of dogs ranging from small toy breeds to large working breeds effectively understanding their specific needs.
- Interpreted body language to keep dogs engaged in fun activities and de-escalated potential cases of aggression.
- Provided a safe environment for dogs by conducting thorough evaluations of each animal's temperament and behavior before handling them.
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs, and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Incorporated positive reinforcement methods to correct behavior problems and train for competitions, law enforcement use, and home security.
- Increased dog training success rates by utilizing positive reinforcement techniques and maintaining consistency in commands.
Oil Change Technician
Pennzoil 10 Minute Oil Change
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
- Minimized errors by double-checking all work before releasing vehicles back to clients, ensuring their safety and long-term reliability.
- Assisted management in maintaining proper inventory levels, reducing waste and ensuring availability of required materials for services.
- Identified additional revenue opportunities by thoroughly inspecting vehicles during oil changes, recommending necessary services or repairs based on findings.
- Retained a high level of expertise on various vehicle makes and models, allowing for quick identification of necessary services or repairs.
- Completed preventative maintenance tasks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, extending vehicle life spans and improving overall performance for clients'' benefit.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
- Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
Laborer
Henshaw Construction
01.2005 - 04.2018
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
Education
GED -
CCAC
Monroeville, PASkills
- Facility upkeep
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Job site cleanup
- Repetitive work
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
Timeline
Dog Handler
The Dog Stop
05.2018 - 08.2024
Oil Change Technician
Pennzoil 10 Minute Oil Change
09.2017 - 05.2018
Laborer
Henshaw Construction
01.2005 - 04.2018
GED -
CCAC
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