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ANIMAL CARETAKER
Summary

Dedicated Sales Associate offering [Number] years of success in fostering quality shopping experiences through expert needs assessment and extensive product knowledge. Proven history of exceeding sales targets and meeting customer needs with effective product solutions. Skilled in training and mentoring new associates on customer service and sales best practices.

Enthusiastic Sales Associate possessing expertise in the [Product type] industry. Reliable, punctual and hard working.

Skills
  • Sales Associate of the Month Award
  • Sales Associate of the Year in [year]
  • Sales and profits maximization
  • Associated Press style proficiency
Experience
SPCA | Lake Jackson, TXAnimal Caretaker07/2019 - 07/2019
  • Bathed animals to remove dust, debris or contaminants and maintain wellbeing.
  • Stayed on top of housekeeping requirements such as laundry, sweeping and disinfection during slow periods.
  • Followed consistent safety procedures, including maintaining visible pet identification and checking tags to minimize care errors.
  • Monitored safety and security of every animal to prevent injuries from other animals or environmental hazards.
  • Maintained clean and orderly play yards, kennels and cages.
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
  • Euthanized sick or aging animals to maintain stock health.
  • Monitored [Number] animals per [Timeframe] during after-hours shifts.
  • Prepared food and formulas to meet individual needs of animals under care with safe and nutritious meals.
  • Treated basic wellness issues such as superficial wounds and called in veterinarian assistance for more complex concerns.
  • Walked animals outside for potty breaks [Number] times per shift to avoid accidents in play areas and on bedding.
  • Removed animal waste from kennels, runs and exercise areas, placing in trash receptacles or in-ground septic systems.
  • Adhered to all pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions while providing care.
Chi St. Luke's Health Memorial | Lake Jackson, TXEVS Associate08/2019 - 10/2019
  • Thoroughly cleaned [Type] establishment, including rooms, lobbies, lounges and restrooms to maintain organized and welcoming environment.
  • Stripped, sealed and finished [Type] floors every [Timeframe].
  • Organized custodial closets to reduce time looking for needed shift items.
  • Cleaned public restrooms, including scrubbing sinks, toilets, countertops and mirrors to mitigate germs and risk of illness.
  • Completed hourly custodial rounds, including floor sweeping and vacuuming, glass entryway cleaning and trash collection.
  • Performed daily cleaning, including vacuuming, mopping and disinfecting of facility with [Number] rooms.
  • Followed proper handling procedures for chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floor and fixtures.
  • Emptied all trash cans and replaced liners, disposing of all refuse in proper receptacles for garbage and recycling collections.
  • Responded to requests promptly to clean and sanitize areas after accidents.
  • Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
  • Vacuumed carpets, mopped floors and washed blinds, using company-approved cleaning products.
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times.
  • Dusted furniture, walls, machines and equipment, replaced burned out lightbulbs and performed [Task] for [Number]-room office building.
  • Disinfected and mopped [Type] and [Type] areas to maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards.
  • Implemented step-savers that reduced cleaning time per room by [Time] to [Time] while maintaining company quality standards.
  • Cleaned, restocked and maintained facility bathrooms for optimal sanitation and ease of use.
  • Swept and mopped floors with proper signage to prevent customer injury.
  • Safely operated equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers and carpet machines and trained other [Job Title]s in proper usage.
  • Performed deep cleaning duties such as floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing on [Timeframe] basis.
  • Disposed of trash, cleaned and organized [Type] areas and maintained supply inventory.
  • Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions, adhering to all safety measures to avoid accidents and exposure to poisonous gases.
  • Immediately cleaned up spills and wet areas on floors resulting from ceiling leaks to prevent customer and personnel falls.
  • Wiped down various surfaces, including [Type] and [Type], using approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and adhere to OSHA standards of safe working practices.
Petco | Lake Jackson, TXSales Associate 11/2019 - Current
  • Mentored team members in mastering sales techniques to consistently exceed objectives.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
  • Retained product, service and company policy knowledge to serve as resource for both coworkers and customers.
  • Answered incoming telephone calls to provide information about products, services, store hours, policies and promotions.
  • Kept apprised of emerging trends and provided informative customer service to assist in product selection.
  • Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
  • Negotiated and closed deals with minimal oversight.
  • Helped average of [Number] customers per day by responding to inquiries and locating products.
  • Assisted customers by finding needed [Type] items and checking inventory for items at other locations.
  • Observed customer behaviors to identify security threats and escalate concerns to supervisors.
  • Demonstrated products to customers, discussed features and redirected objections to capture sales.
  • Helped customers sign up for loyalty programs and submitted completed paperwork.
Education and Training
Homeschooled | West Columbia , TXHigh School Diploma05/2019
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • SPCA
  • Chi St. Luke's Health Memorial
  • Petco

School Attended

  • Homeschooled

Job Titles Held:

  • Animal Caretaker
  • EVS Associate
  • Sales Associate

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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