Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Education and Training
References
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Steven Poston
Open To Work

Steven Poston

Riverview

Summary

I have over 30 years of grooming experience. I started my own salon for 10 years before selling it to Florida in 2000. I have been grooming as an independent contractor for several area pet salons and three animal hospitals since. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1991
1991
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Dog Groomer

Woofgang Bakery & Grooming
Apollo Beach
06.2025 - 12.2025
  • Bathed and dried dogs using professional grooming tools and techniques.
  • Brushed and trimmed fur according to breed standards and client preferences.
  • Maintained a clean and organized grooming area for safety and efficiency.

Appliances Sales Specialist

The Home Depot Store #6380
Riverview
04.2023 - 06.2025
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of current products, trends, and pricing in the appliance industry.
  • Discussed customer needs to understand preferences and proceeded to narrow down specific appliance recommendations.
  • Processed payments using cash registers or POS systems accurately.
  • Coordinated schedules with customers for appliance deliveries, and installations.

Lead Groomer

Big Bend Animal Hospital
Riverview
04.2018 - 07.2020
  • Provided pet owners with advice on routine care and maintenance of their pets' coats.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to clients while maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Performed various bathing treatments including shampooing, conditioning, drying, clipping nails, brushing teeth.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping floors, washing walls.

Stow Ambassador

Amazon TP1
Ruskin
11.2017 - 04.2020
  • Scanned and sorted packages to stage for delivery drivers.
  • Ensured that all items were properly labeled and stored in their designated locations.
  • Trained new employees on job duties, company policies, and safety protocols.

Education

Career Course in Dog Grooming

Missouri School of Dog Grooming
St Louis, MO

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Sales techniques
  • Payment processing
  • Product knowledge
  • Problem solving
  • Customer engagement
  • Team collaboration

Education and Training

other

References

References available upon request.

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Dog Groomer

Woofgang Bakery & Grooming
06.2025 - 12.2025

Appliances Sales Specialist

The Home Depot Store #6380
04.2023 - 06.2025

Lead Groomer

Big Bend Animal Hospital
04.2018 - 07.2020

Stow Ambassador

Amazon TP1
11.2017 - 04.2020

Career Course in Dog Grooming

Missouri School of Dog Grooming
Steven Poston