Customer Service Specialist focused on enhancing brand awareness through engaging product demonstrations and proactive customer interactions. Drove sales growth by creating memorable experiences and fostering strong team collaboration. Committed to continuous learning and adapting to new environments to contribute effectively to team success.
Work History
Demonstration Specialist
21 Years
BJ's Wholesale | 07.2004 - 07.2025
Conducted engaging product demonstrations to enhance customer awareness and drive sales.
Trained new staff on demonstration protocols and customer engagement strategies.
Greeted customers warmly and pleasantly answered inquiries.
Educated customers on product features and answered questions regarding product use.
Engaged with customers to communicate key points about products being demonstrated.
Maintained immaculate presentation areas for demos, ensuring all necessary equipment was clean, functional, and visually appealing at all times.
Motor Vehicle Operator
15 Years
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | 01.2007 - 01.2022
Operated various motor vehicles to transport personnel and materials safely across locations.
Conducted routine inspections and performed preventive maintenance on vehicles to enhance operational reliability.
Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during vehicle operation and maintenance.
Coordinated transportation schedules to optimize efficiency in service delivery for health initiatives.
Maintained accurate records of mileage, routes, and deliveries for improved tracking and reporting purposes.
Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
School Bus Driver
1 Year 6 Months
Consolidated Bus Transit | 07.2005 - 01.2007
Operated school buses safely, adhering to traffic regulations and safety protocols.
Managed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance.
Monitored student behavior during transit, ensuring a safe and respectful environment.
Developed positive relationships with students, parents, and school staff to enhance communication.
Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
Assisted students with boarding and exiting the bus to reduce safety issues.
Built trust and rapport with students, encouraging respectful and kind interactions among passengers.
Kitchen Aide
2 Years
NYC Board Of Education | 09.1999 - 09.2001
Prepared and assembled nutritious meals in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, ensuring adherence to sanitation standards.
Supported nutrition staff by preparing ingredients and equipment for meal service operations.
Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and ensure availability.
Maintained a clean working environment by consistently washing dishes and completing daily cleaning tasks.
Full Time Associate
2 Years
Sears & Roebuck | 09.1998 - 09.2000
Supervised 3-5 employees
Organized cash pick-up
Problem solving and customer service
Operated cash register and answered phones
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving complex issues and providing exceptional service at all times
Increased customer satisfaction with thorough product demonstrations and personalized advice.
Dispatch Assistant
2 Years
P. G Trucking and Messenger Corp | 09.1996 - 09.1998