Thomas Kister

• Led volunteer teams on diverse construction-based projects.
• Work closely with supervisors and take on leadership roles to make sure work is being done safely, effectively, and in a timely fashion.
• Experience in finish carpentry, flooring, painting, trim work, installation and more.
• Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations, maintaining project integrity and client trust.
• Mentored junior team members, fostering skill development and promoting knowledge sharing within the team.

• Provided exceptional customer service by assisting customers in selecting and recommending various types of liquor based on their preferences

• Maintained a clean and organized store environment, ensuring shelves were fully stocked and products were properly displayed

• Assisted in receiving and verifying inventory shipments, checking for accuracy and resolving any discrepancies

• Collaborated with team members to create attractive displays and promotions to increase sales

• Educated customers about different types of liquor, including their origins, flavors, and production processes

• Handled customer inquiries regarding product availability, pricing, and recommendations in a knowledgeable manner

• Ensured compliance with all state regulations regarding the sale of alcohol products

Led groups of volunteers through the process of building houses

Engaged heavily with the community

Assisted and led roles in disaster recovery and response work

• Performed general labor tasks including digging trenches, pouring concrete, and carrying heavy materials

• Collaborated with team members to complete projects within specified timelines while maintaining quality standards

• Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote efficiency and safety on the construction site

• Communicated effectively with supervisors and team members regarding project progress, challenges, and potential solutions

• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by identifying issues on-site and proposing effective resolutions in a timely manner

• Executed landscaping tasks such as planting trees/shrubs/flowers, laying sod/grass seed, installing irrigation systems etc

• Completed various training exercises via AmeriCorps and FEMA

• Assisted in processing first responders with FEMA during Hurricane Ida

• Worked with the Red Cross on their disaster preparation project

• Traveled up and down the Oregon coast assisting with mobile COVID vaccination centers

• Learned to switch between leading roles/supporting roles

• Pumped Gas
• Cashier; Assisted customers with their purchase
• Tracked all delivers; interface to the delivery drivers
• Performed inventory, and stocked shelves
• Performed general store housekeeping duties
• Oversee daily store operations, supervise employees and manage inventory
• Demonstrate leadership and promote a teamwork-oriented environment setting high standards and modeling behavior for optimum guest service
• Promote 7-Eleven to guests and community
• Ensure product mix and inventory levels are properly maintained to increase sales and control inventory
• Maintain safety and security of the store, properly documenting any incidents that occur
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws within the scope of the convenience/food store operation

• Connected with a third-party charity Childfund
• Raised funds for Childfund cause and regularly meet or surpass fundraising targets
• Researched potential donors to gain insight into needs, beliefs and donation habits to understand how to position the organization to them
• Assisted in brainstorming and creating new methods to raise funds for Childfund

• Greeted and assisted donors in a professional manner by unloading donations, issuing receipts and providing general donation and Goodwill information.
• Assisted transportation by loading and unloading trucks, removal of trash from store and production areas.
• Always provided excellent customer service