Reese D Gravens
Converse, TX 78109
210-***-****; *********@*****.***
October 6, 2013
Dear Sir/Madame--
I am interested in any available positions you may have. Attached you will
find my resume. My management experience and leadership skills would be an
excellent asset to your company. Additionally, I am a team player and I
enjoy taking on new challenges. I welcome the opportunity to discuss any
available positions with you.
Thank you,
Reese D Gravens
Objective
To secure a mid-level position that allows me to work towards an innovative
leadership role to support your company.
Summary
. Accomplished background as a store manager that specializes in
excellent customer service and sales. With my extensive knowledge of
building, maintenance and repair of computers (including
troubleshooting with software and/or hardware) I provided sales to my
employer in excess of $500,000. Under my management we increased net
store sales (in 1 fiscal year) by approximately $1.2 million.
. Responsible in a single-person environment for following tasks through
to completion
. Extensive experience on computer: Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel
. Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Work Experience
Brake Check 2013-current
Service Manager
. Minimize parts and labor costs by acquiring parts at the lowest
possible costs.
. Manage the production efficacy of all technicians
. Create weekly schedules and manage all punch in/outs
. Run the day to day operations of the store while Store director is
unavailable
Altex Electronics 2010-
2012
Store Manager
. Managed two departments consisting of 14 people throughout both sales
and
technical repairs
. Directly hired, trained, and supervised all new hires as well as
everything involved
with the process (schedule creation, payroll, time management of all
staff, etc.)
. Controlled flow of traffic to ensure all customers were taken care of
in a timely manner
. Found new products to increase sales
. Ensured all employees were taken care of in order to increase morale
and create the best possible work environment
Carlsbad Municipal Schools / Alta Vista Middle School
2010-2010
Substitute Teacher
. Taught a variety of subjects to 6th - 8th grades including core
subjects such as Reading, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies and
Physical Education
Qualxserv / Dell / World Technology Corporation 2009-
2010
Dell Certified Service Expert
. Checked call queue every morning to contact customers and set an ETA
for service
. Coordinated with FEDEX to pick up packages, then deliver them back
with return parts
. Provided on-site service to customers for the
Carlsbad/Hobbs/Artesia/Roswell area
. Replaced vital components of intricate computer parts in both desktop
and portable systems, such as motherboards, video cards, hard drives,
LCD screens, panels, etc.
Carlsbad Imports-Carlsbad, NM 2009-
2009
Sales Consultant
. Provided support for customers to find the proper vehicle
. Maintained and update inventory
. Provided Follow up to ensure customers received excellent service
Chili's-Carlsbad, NM 2009-2009
Cook
. Cooked/cleaned
. Maintained inventory and stock
Radio Shack-Carlsbad, NM 2008-2008
Sales Associate
. Provided technical help for a variety of electronics including
televisions, computers, digital cameras, and cellular phones
. Meet the necessary sales goals appropriated by the corporate office
. Actively engaged customers to make sales
Washington Group International-Carlsbad, NM 2007-2008
Safety Coordinator Assistant
. Provided safety classes and training to employees and contractors
. Collected and updated files for trainings
. Provided word processing skills
. Trained all employees for forklift certifications
The Connection-Carlsbad, NM
2006-2007
Customer Service Representative
. Answered inbound phone calls relating to order taking, customer
service, updating customer information for approximately fifteen
businesses
. Helped settle billing issues and or shipping errors
THE BLUE HOUSE-Carlsbad, NM 2005-2006
Barista
. Extensive use of a Starbuck's type espresso maker, coffee grinder, and
cash register
. Maintained and updated inventory
CARLSBAD CRUISE LINES-Carlsbad, NM 2003-2005
Captain of George Washington Paddlewheeler
. Entertained passengers with public speeches
. Maintained inventory and performed inspections related to the
paddlewheeler
Education
Carlsbad High School
Carlsbad, NM
. Graduated 2005
. G.P.A 3.8
. Who's Who Among High School Students
Technical Skills
Extensive use with electronic devices such as digital and film cameras,
video
cameras, digital recording devices (DVD burners, DVR's), PC's, MAC,
tablets, etc.