Customer Service Sales
Resume:
CRAIG CARTER
*** **** *** ****** *****, TX *****
Cell: 972-***-****
E mail: ******.******@****.***
Demonstrated Abilities
I have demonstrated the ability to multitask and handle multiple and simultaneous assignments. I have proven excellent verbal and written
communication skil ls and am capable of working with groups, other groups and staff. I have obtained computer skills –proficiency in Microsoft Office
software, Word, Excel, and have demonstrated math skills –to perform profit and loss statements and I have util ized troubleshooting / root cause analysis
skills. I have also proven good mechanical aptitude with the ability to pay high attention to detail where safety is first and utmost.
Real World Diversity
Seventeen years’ experience i n all aspects of Green Industry, I have adapted fast to my work environments and I have demonstrated this by learning
m ultiple company programs and to be bilingual /Spanish. As a team player I have managed time, efficiency, many assets and people. I am capable of
operating most machinery and I enjoy learning new things.
Current Career Objectives
To be a contributor to the success of the future organization using communication skil ls, intellect, dependability, organization, along with being a team
p layer with an extensive industry experience ; these are just a few attr ibutes that I bring to my current employer.
Background
June 2007 June 2008,Operations: Water Providers. Ltd:
During the previous years I was contracted as Management and asset Consultant for family owned -businesses in the Natural Gas Industry, I was in ful l
charge of daily task associated with running sixteen men, six fleet trucks, and setting up temporary water l ines to transfer fresh water to fracturing sites
i n Texas and Arkansas. Due to an acquisition a majority partner came in and cleaned house in order to bring in members of their own team and then
t hey moved beyond the commute. That was their contract r ight, but it did clear my head to envision better opportunities elsewhere. So here I am.
Feb. 2004– Feb 2008,Self Employed, Green Industry Consultants:
Owner / All daily tasks associated with running a business that was focused on ornamental landscape and turf health. We specialized in organic and
chemical applications where water and environmental conservation was the concept to our integrated pest management.
Mar. 2002 Feb. 2004,Lesco:
D uties consisted of sales related to pest, turf and ornamental health. Duties included: bids, proposals, budgeting, facility maintenance, merchandising,
consultation where chemical and equipment knowledge was necessary, customer service included city municipalities, golf superintendents, pest control
operators and major industry maintenance accounts.
June 2001 Mar. 2002, Diamond Lawn:
D uties of a full service landscape company– Responsibilities included: Sales, bids and proposals, consultation, chemical and organic applications, and
t raining employees.
Oct. 2000– Current,Self Employed, Green Industry Consultant:
General Contractor / Consultant working in conjunction with landscape architects: I Oversaw high-end landscape, hardscape, and sprinkler
i nstallations where I was also responsible for keeping records, setting up accounts, and subcontracting various duties related to the Green Industry .
Feb. 2000– Oct. 2001, Central Garden & Pet:
D uties consisted of DFW sales of nursery and agricultural related products to various landscape, nursery, farm, and city parks and recreation;
maintaining the daily operations of a local wholesale warehouse store, including clerical duties, where extensive product knowledge was necessary in
merchandising and selling products to the related industry. Proposals were submitted weekly to chemical applicators, nurseries, architects, ranchers, and
city planners.
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Dec. 1997– Feb. 2000, Lowes Home Improvement:
D uties consisted of all daily aspects of running a retail store. Such as: three new store set-ups, opening and closing store daily, hir ing, maintaining
employees, scheduling, payroll, merchandising, budgeting, bookkeeping, training, ordering products, and customer service.
Affirmative Action
Vo l u nt a r y Ca n d i d at e S u r vey
In accordance with federal, state and local laws, the Employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. You the Applicant have requested
this accommodation needed to participate in the application process. This pre employment survey was designed
for use by persons applying for a specific position.
Please answer all questions to the best of your ability. “S ee res ume ” is not an acceptable answer.
(PLEASE PRINT) Date: ______ ____________________
Last Name _____Carter_________________________ First Name/MI _____Craig A.______________________________
Address ______ 211 East 5
th Street. Rotan, TX 79546 ________________________________________
(Street, City, State and Zip Code)
Telephone: Home ____(972) 977 0120___________________ Alternative ___(972) 977 4071_______________________
Position Desired: ____________________________________________ Full Time or Part Time
Date Available: ____A.S.A.P_______________ Are you currently employed? Yes
No
Have you ever applied for a position with us?
Have you ever been employed by us? No
Do any family members or relatives currently No
work for the Employer?
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes
REFERRAL SOURCE
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Workforce Commission
EDUCATIONAL DATA
High School _____Lewisville High_______________________________ City, State ___ Lewisville Texas_______________
Do you have a high school diploma or GED? Yes
Related Certifications __ Lawn & Ornamental / Weed / Pest_____ Issued by _Texas._CA # 0508154 (T.D.A.) (S.P.C.B.)
Graduate School _______________________________________________ City, State ____________________________
Course of Study: _____________________________ Graduated? Yes No Degree:
If school records are listed under a name other than that provided above, please print that name:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Please give a complete record of your employment, including periods of unemployment, if
any. Begin with your most recent employment and work back in time. You may attach a supplementary sheet if
additional space is needed.
P le a se c om pl ete thi s se c ti on even i f your re s ume i s att a c he d.
Are you currently employed? Yes
May we contact your present employer? No
Current Employer ____Self_____________________________ Contact ________________________________________
Employer ________Water Providers_____________________ Position _____Area Manager ________________________
Address, City, State __________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone ______ (817) 599 6771__________ Employed from _______2 6 08___________ to ______6 15 08_________
Duties _________Operations___________________________________________________________________________
Salary _00,000 Annual Reason for Leaving ________Contract Breach _(_Employer_)______________________
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Employer ________Self employed_______________________ Position
_________________________________________
Address, City, State __________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone _____________________________ Employed from ________ 10 01 2000_______ to ______Current________
Duties
_______________ Consultant__________________________________________________________________________
Salary __00,000 Annual _ Reason for Leaving ________________Self Employed_________ _____________________
Employer ______Lesco________________________________ Position ___________ Facility Manager________________
Address, City, State __Blanton Street. Carrollton, Texas_____________________________________________________
Telephone
___(972)242 7698______________ Employed from _____March 2002________ to ________Feb 2004______
Duties
_____________FacilityManager_________________________________________________________________________
Salary __42,000_Annual Reason for Leaving _____Self Employment Opportunity______________________________
Employer ________Diamond Lawn______________________ Position _________Assistant Manager_________________
Address, City, State ____Country Club Rd. Carrollton, Texas ________________________________________________
Telephone ____(972) 418 5296____________ Employed from ______June 2001_________ to _ ____March 2002___
Duties
______ Customer Service________________________________________________________________________
Salary ___35,000 Annual___ Reason for Leaving __________Insurance _______________________________________
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OTHER INFORMATION
Yes
1. Have you ever been dismissed or forced to resign from any employment?
(An affirmative response will not automatically disqualify you from being considered for employment.)
If “yes”, please explain.
Due to an acquisition, a majority partner came in and cleaned house in order to bring in members of their own team
and then they moved beyond the commute. That was their contract right, but it did clear my head to envision better
opportunities elsewhere.
2. Do you have a valid driver’s license? Yes
Name on License ______Craig Carter______________ DL# ______10992241________ State of Issue ____Texas____
Yes
3. Are you over 18 years of age?
4. Are you subject to any restrictions which could prevent you from accepting a job with the Employer? No
If “yes”, please explain.
5. Please review the job description of the job for which you are applying. Are you able, with or without reasonable
Yes
accommodation, to perform all the essential functions of the job?
(A negative response will not automatically disqualify you from being considered from employment.)
6. Have you ever been convicted of, or pleaded guilty or “no contest” to, any crime (other than a misdemeanor or
minor traffic violation) and/or received deferred adjudication? No
(An affirmative response will not automatically disqualify you from being considered for employment.)
If “yes”, please explain.
REFERENCES
Include only individuals familiar with your work ability. DO NOT INCLUDE RELATIVES. You may include The City of Big
Spring employees, but you must have at least one (1) reference that is not affiliated with The City of Big Spring.
Name ____________Brian Smith_____________________________ Relationship __________ Co Worker / Friend______
Telephone ___________ (817) 819 0245____________________ Time Known _________7 years___________________
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Name ___________Randal Fuller_____________________________ Relationship
________Friend___________________
Telephone ___________ (940) 727 9359____________________ Time Known __________7 years __________________
Name _________ Jeff Inman_______________________________ Relationship ________ Neighbor / Friend_ ________
Telephone _______940-***-**** _________________________ Time Known ___________ 9 years ________________
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APPLICANT STATEMENT
READ THIS AGREEMENT THOROUGHLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING
I hereby affirm that I am making this application because I am sincerely interested in being hired by the Employer
and not for any other purpose.
I understand that the Recipient is a subscriber under the Texas Worker’s Compensation Act.
I hereby certify that all information given on this application is true, correct, and complete to the best of my
knowledge. I understand that discovery of misrepresentation or omission of facts herein will make me ineligible for
employment and is cause for immediate dismissal.
I hereby authorize the corporation, former employer, educational institutions, law enforcement agencies, city,
county, state, and federal courts and military services to release information about my background including, but
not limited to, employment, education, criminal record, driving record and general reputation.
I agree to furnish any additional information required to complete the background check. I release all relevant
parties from all liability resulting from furnishing such information. I do not indemnify the Employer against any
liability which may result from making unlawful inquiries.
I also understand that employment with the Employer is contingent upon the results of an standard physical,
driver’s record, criminal history/background check, drug alcohol screen and credit check (if applicable).
I further understand that this is not employment contract, whether express or implied, is being offered. I also
understand that, if employed, such employment is for no fixed or definite period and is subject to change in wages,
conditions, benefits and operating policies. Any employment is “at will” and may be terminated at any time, with or
without notice.
__________________________________________ ______ __________________________
Signature of Applicant Date
Note: This application will be retained for active consideration for employment until the position applied for is filled. After the
position applied for is filled, you will need to complete a new application if you still wish to be considered for employment in
positions that later become open.
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Interviewer(s) ___________________________________________________ Date of Interview ____________________
Comments _________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Offer Extended? Yes No Date extended: _____________________ Accepted? Yes No
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Affirmative Action
Vol u n t a r y Ca n d i da t e S u r vey
The Employer is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, or any other characteristic or status protected by law. In keeping with this
philosophy and to ensure compliance with federal and state standards for equal employment opportunity, we ask that you provide the
information requested below. Providing this information is purely voluntary and failure to provide this information will not disqualify you from
consideration for employment. Please select from the choices below those that best describe you.
Name (Please Print): ________Craig Carter___________________________ Date: _____________________
Position you would like to apply for: ______Grounds Manager__________________________________
RACE GENDER DISABLED/VETERAN
____ Hispanic or Latino ____ Female ____ Disabled
White (not Hispanic or Latino)
__ _ Male
_ ____ Disabled Veteran
____ Black or African American (Not of Hispanic origin) ____ Vietnam Era Veteran
____ Asian (not Hispanic or Latino) ____ Other Veteran
____ Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (not Hispanic or Latino)
____ American Indian or Alaska Native (not Hispanic or Latino)
____ Two or more races (not Hispanic or Latino)
DEFINITIONS as used by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Hispanic or Latino: A person of Cuban, Mexican, Chicano, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin,
regardless of race.
White (not Hispanic or Latino): a person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa.
Black or African American (not Hispanic or Latino): a person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa.
Asian (not Hispanic or Latino): a person having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian
subcontinent including, for example, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippine Islands, Thailand, and
Vietnam.
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (not Hispanic or Latino) : a person having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawaii,
Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands.
American Indian or Alaska Native (not Hispanic or Latino): a person having origins in any of the original peoples of North and South
America (including Central America), and who maintains tribal affiliation or community attachment.
Two or More Races (not Hispanic or Latino): All persons who identify with more than one of the above five races
DISABLED/VETERAN
Disabled: Physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more major life activities; a record of having such an impairment or
being regarded as having such an impairment.
Disabled Veteran: Disability rating by Veterans Administration at 30 percent or more, or released or discharged from active duty for
disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty.
Vietnam Era Veteran: Active military duty of more than 180 days, any part of which occurred between August 5, 1964, and May 7, 1975, and
discharged or released from duty with other than a dishonorable discharge.
Other Veteran: Veterans, who served in the military, ground, naval or air service of the United States on active duty during a war or in a
campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized.
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____ College Recruitment ____ Job Fair ____ Walk in
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Workforce Commission
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analysis, and will not be used in making employment decisions. Information concerning any disability will be kept confidential, except as is
necessary for purposes of accommodation, first aid and safety.
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