Jamelle Edwards
Chicago,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Brakeman
Union Pacfic Railroad
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Air testing train after being built
- Replacing broken knuckles
- Pin lifters and Air hoses
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Service Technician
Anderson Pest Control
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Determining the kind of treatment required to eliminate a particular type of pest
- Advising customers on the kind of treatment required to eliminate identified pests
- Inspecting customers’ premises to identify pest problems
- Filling out all necessary paperwork upon completion of each job
- Communicating with office staff in order to schedule services with customers
- Applying suitable pesticides to infested areas by following the label instructions and complying with safety procedures
- Responding to customers’ requests for various pest control services
- Identifying opportunities to sell additional company services and products
- Adjusting chemical mixtures according to the size of the infested areas.
Crew Member
Dakota Farms
09.2016 - 02.2017
- Welcome customers as they enter the establishment and guide them, if necessary, to where they should sit or stand to place an order
- Answer any questions customers may have about ingredients, portion sizes, and how the food is prepared
- Take customer orders, guiding them with selections and making recommendations if requested
- Operate cash registers to process cash and credit card payments for orders
- Promote restaurant products by offering to upgrade items or showcasing daily specials available
- Prepare and package food quickly and consistently according to company standards for presentation, cooking times, and assembly
- Strictly adhere to current sanitation and food safety regulations at all times
- Maintain a clean and orderly work station that is clear of debris and discarded food, gloves, or other items.
Direct Care Professional
Neumann Family Service
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provides direct care to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Performs personal care tasks, including assistance with basic personal hygiene and grooming, feeding, and ambulation, medical monitoring, and health care related tasks
- Fosters positive relationships between caretakers and individuals served
- Ensures client safety and maintaining a safe environment
- Reminds and assists clients with self-administration of medications (with proper training)
- Encourages self-help activities
- Reports changes in client’s condition or family situation to administrators and supervisors
- Documents services provided
- Performs home management functions such as light housekeeping, laundry, bed making, and cleaning
- Plans meals, shopping for groceries, preparing and serving food/meals, feeding and clean-up
- Accompanies clients to scheduled appointments and transports clients or running errands for clients
- Assists with toileting, including bedpans, urinals, and commode chairs as necessary
- Other duties as assigned.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, ILHigh School Diploma -
Ace Technical Charter High School
Chicago, IL05.2011
Skills
- Computer (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Communication
- Leadership
- Collaborator
- Time management
- Creative
- Readiness to learn
- Good analytical person
Timeline
Brakeman
Union Pacfic Railroad
01.2022 - 05.2024
Service Technician
Anderson Pest Control
08.2018 - 12.2021
Crew Member
Dakota Farms
09.2016 - 02.2017
Direct Care Professional
Neumann Family Service
01.2014 - 01.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Sociology
Western Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Ace Technical Charter High School
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