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Vicki Wheat

Topeka,Ks.

Summary

I am a hardworking and reliable individual who has patience and dedication. I have owned my own business for over 22 years, which gave me the insight of how to work hard and have compassion for what I do. My recent position of Field Services Support Team Lead at Mercury Broadband has enabled me to use my leadership skills and provide my team what they need to accomplish the company goals. I am equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant to Cash Manager

Heart of America Food Services
05.2018 - Current

• Assist in finalizing cash and inventory count after events, using spreadsheet entry.

Field Service Support Team Lead

Mercury Broadband
09.2023 - 09.2024

•Provide support to field technicians and their leads in 8 services center’s

•Daily multi-tasking with calls, emails, and teams messages.

• Dispatching field technicians throughout the day.

•Working with multiple departments in problem solving daily with customers and the service we provide.

•Works effectively in fast paced environment.

  • Demonstrate respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Sales Associate Team Lead

Mercury Broadband
09.2019 - 09.2023
  • I began as a sales representative making daily outgoing calls to potential customers and receiving incoming calls.
  • Daily tasks include web and tower opportunities, waiting lists, Facebook leads, emails, voice mails and all incoming calls.
  • Within 1 year I was promoted to Sales associate team lead with 4 representatives on my team with 2 of them being my lead assistants
  • Assigning daily tasks to each representative, help with any concerns they may have and work with each one individually when coaching is needed along with having weekly one on one’s and team meetings
  • I assist with the interview process and updating the training manual
  • Taking calls from a sales representative if the call becomes escalated
  • Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.

Owner and Director

Home Away from Home Learning Center
06.2014 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by staff.

Owner/Operator

No Place Like Home Family Childcare Topeka
06.1998 - 06.2014
  • Provided Childcare in my home under the State of Kansas Child Care regulations. Maintaining documentation and licensing requirements.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.

Education

early childhood education

Washburn University
05.1997

Early Childhood Education

Kansas State University
05.1992

High School -

Jefferson County North High School
05.1990

Skills

  • Excel
  • Microsoft Office
  • Customer service
  • Leadership
  • Time Management
  • Computer Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Email correspondence
  • Call reception
  • Customer Service
  • Multitasking
  • Strong Problem Solver
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Decision-Making
  • Schedule and calendar management
  • Administrative tasks

References

  • David Schneider, Former Supervisor, 785-408-3286
  • Michele Turley, Co-worker/Friend, 785-213-1889
  • Teresa Tuchscherer, Former Supervisor, 785-845-3406
  • Donna Doll, Co- worker, 785-408-3676

Timeline

Field Service Support Team Lead

Mercury Broadband
09.2023 - 09.2024

Sales Associate Team Lead

Mercury Broadband
09.2019 - 09.2023

Assistant to Cash Manager

Heart of America Food Services
05.2018 - Current

Owner and Director

Home Away from Home Learning Center
06.2014 - 08.2019

Owner/Operator

No Place Like Home Family Childcare Topeka
06.1998 - 06.2014

early childhood education

Washburn University

Early Childhood Education

Kansas State University

High School -

Jefferson County North High School
Vicki Wheat