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Overview
Work History
Education
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Travis Holmes

Concord

Summary

Adept at inventory management and fostering teamwork, I significantly enhanced customer satisfaction and streamlined operations at Blue Seal Feeds. My expertise in forklift operation and my ability to train staff on best practices have consistently improved efficiency and safety in the workplace.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Cashier Team Lead

Blue Seal Feeds
05.2022 - 01.2025
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Upsold additional products and services to customers, increasing revenue.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
  • Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
  • Lifted up to 50 pounds at once and used forklift to move heavier loads.

Construction Materials Inspector

Geotechnical Services LLC
09.2017 - 03.2020
  • Inspect Construction Materials on site to ensure application of materials such as Concrete, Compactable soils, as well as Fire Resistive Materials Application, to ensure specified guide lines are followed for the safe completion of New Construction projects as well as writing the corresponding reports using Microsoft Office Word.


  • This position also included Laboratory testing of soils to evaluate there composition and to ensure they meet specification for there intended use in backfill and compaction operations as well as field casted concrete cylinders to test there over all strength at specified intervals to ensure the placed concrete conforms to specified strengths, as well as corresponding reports.

Pest Control Technician

Modern Pest Services
04.2015 - 07.2017
  • Located and evaluated pest damage to buildings and grounds to determine extent and optimal corrective actions.
  • Deployed physical baits, glue boards and traps to catch and eliminate interior pests.
  • Removed debris such as webs and nests from property to support comprehensive pest control strategies.
  • Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations and isolate sources.
  • Factored in current climate and property specifications when preparing and applying chemicals.
  • Applied basic mathematical skills to properly calculate fumigant needs for specific building size and exterior footprint.
  • Calculated expected costs, obtained payment and provided customers with documentation to maintain accounting accuracy.
  • Completed required treatment documentation while on-site and returned paperwork to office for processing.
  • Utilized site data and diagrams to identify optimal treatment plans and prevent recurrence of infestation.
  • Determined most efficient method to get rid of pests depending upon type of bug and degree of infestation.
  • Applied pesticides to inside and outside of structures utilizing company protocols.
  • Uncovered structural issues caused by termites and notified customer.
  • Provided natural pesticide suggestions to alleviate less harmful pests like pantry moths, fruit flies and stink bugs.
  • Inspected commercial and residential buildings and structures for pest issues.
  • Drove to customer residences and places of business to inspect for pests.
  • Performed general pest control solutions such as bed bug and termite inspections and treatments.
  • Wrote detailed reports for each job, noting sanitation and structural issues that could potentially lead to pest activity.
  • Attended company workshops and seminars to learn about most up-to-date information and methods regarding pest control.
  • Adhered to most stringent safety procedures when applying chemicals.
  • Inspected equipment for proper functionality to effectively facilitate application.

Tire and Lube Technician Multi

Walmart Companies
05.2012 - 04.2015
  • Recommended automotive services and repairs to promote good vehicle operation and enhance road safety.
  • Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
  • Educated customers on vehicle systems operation and recommended regular maintenance schedules to promote optimal vehicle functionality.
  • Cleaned automotive service bays and removed debris and [Type] to promote organized work environment.
  • Inspected vehicles to determine need for changing oils and filters and provided feedback to customers.
  • Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
  • Suggested additional services to customers in order to meet upsell goals.
  • Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
  • Applied lubricants to moving parts of vehicle engines to prevent premature engine wear.
  • Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations and rebalances.
  • Vacuumed interior of vehicles and washed exterior windows to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
  • Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
  • Removed trip hazards and other obstacles to maintain safe vehicle service work environment.
  • Greeted customers and answered questions about oil changes and other services.
  • Cashier
  • Bakery
  • Back Room
  • Ship from store pilot testing
  • Deli

Pest Control Technician

JP Pest Services
04.2011 - 06.2013
  • Applied basic mathematical skills to properly calculate fumigant needs for specific building size and exterior footprint.
  • Completed required treatment documentation while on-site and returned paperwork to office for processing.
  • Drove to customer residences and places of business to inspect for pests.
  • Apply Pesticides to trees around homes as well as Municipal Fields using a back pack blower to treat for Mosquito and Ticks

Education

High School Diploma -

Manchester High School West
Manchester NH
06.2004

Skills

  • Inventory management
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Attention to Detail
  • Cash Register Systems
  • Staff Training
  • Order Taking
  • Customer Service
  • Payment Collection
  • Reports
  • Forklift trained
  • Forklift trainer
  • Walk behind electric pallet jack

Timeline

Cashier Team Lead

Blue Seal Feeds
05.2022 - 01.2025

Construction Materials Inspector

Geotechnical Services LLC
09.2017 - 03.2020

Pest Control Technician

Modern Pest Services
04.2015 - 07.2017

Tire and Lube Technician Multi

Walmart Companies
05.2012 - 04.2015

Pest Control Technician

JP Pest Services
04.2011 - 06.2013

High School Diploma -

Manchester High School West
Travis Holmes