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Stephanie Diaz

River Grove

Summary

Compassionate and dependable with a strong desire to learn and grow within the field of animal care. Known for organized and reliable quality care and ability to overcome obstacles within a high stress environment. Motivated to apply experience, work alongside like minded individuals, and continue to be an asset to wildlife welfare.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Dog Handler

Found Chicago Boarding and Training
Chicago
08.2023 - Current
  • Monitored dog behavior and temperament when interacting with other animals in the facility.
  • Maintained records of each dog's activities, diet, medications administered, vet visits.
  • Deligated tasks, sanitation, and activities throughout team to prioritize dog's and their specific needs
  • Administered prescribed medications to animals.
  • Provided basic obedience training for new arrivals and worked with them on commands such as sit, stay, heel, come.
  • Observed animal physical conditions to detect illness or unhealthy conditions requiring medical care.
  • Walked animals outside to avoid accidents in play areas or bedding.
  • Maintained detailed records of dogs' training progress, health, and behavioral changes.

U.S National Guard Soldier

Army National Guard Illinois
Chicago
09.2020 - Current
  • Attended official training informational meetings discussing important up to date topics regarding our service, regulations, and expectations
  • Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
  • Operated radio communication systems for coordination with co-workers and supervisors.
  • Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
  • Completed reports regarding my military MOS, 68R Veterinary Food Inspection Specialist.
  • Certified to operate and transport military vehicles.

Cashier

Petco
Chicago
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Balanced workload and responsibilities.
  • Handled small insects for packaging upon customer request.
  • Recorded and stored deceased animals.
  • Upkept sanitation of various animal. enclosures (mammalian, reptilian, amphibian, ect.)
  • Provided food and medicine to special case and priority animals.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.

Overnight Stocker

Michaels Arts and Crafts
Norridge
11.2021 - 04.2022
  • Checked shelves in department to determine replenishment needs.
  • Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
  • Assisted customers in locating desired items throughout the store.
  • Helped unpack shipments, check contents against invoices, sort boxes into stacks for stocking purposes.
  • Set up advertising signs on shelves and counters to attract customers and promote sales.
  • Unloaded shipping trucks in timely manner.
  • Managed merchandising during holiday store shift.

Associate

McDonald's Restaurant
Chicago
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Correctly bagged orders for take-out customers while maintaining speed and accuracy of order fulfillment processes.
  • Organized food items on serving trays and in carry-out packages.
  • Ensured compliance with local health codes during food preparation processes.
  • Operated cash register and received payment from customers in cash or credit form.

Education

Associate of Science - Biology

Triton College
River Grove, IL
05-2024

Graduate Certificate -

Veterinary Food Inspection School House
San Antonio, TX
10-2021

High School Diploma -

East Leyden
Franklin Park, IL
05-2020

Skills

  • Laboratory techniques
  • Research skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability
  • Tactical first aid training
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Quick decision making
  • Strategic thinking
  • Time management
  • Team player
  • Compassionate
  • Dependable
  • Assistant supervisor
  • CPR and First aid experience
  • Organized
  • Inquisitive
  • Eager to expand knowledge

Timeline

Dog Handler

Found Chicago Boarding and Training
08.2023 - Current

Cashier

Petco
06.2022 - 03.2023

Overnight Stocker

Michaels Arts and Crafts
11.2021 - 04.2022

U.S National Guard Soldier

Army National Guard Illinois
09.2020 - Current

Associate

McDonald's Restaurant
06.2018 - 01.2019

Associate of Science - Biology

Triton College

Graduate Certificate -

Veterinary Food Inspection School House

High School Diploma -

East Leyden

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