Managed all aspects of operating small business including; customer service, scheduling, maintenance of equipment and supplies, company correspondence, yearly taxes, and marketing / advertising.
Maintained full time, steady, satisfied clientele, consisting of 15 - 25 clients, for 26+ years.
Acquired 99% of new clients thru recommendations.
Retention of clients for 5+ years at 97%.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Performed all residential cleaning tasks required, or requested, by customer.
Responsible for home security as many clients provide keys or security codes.
Night Custodian
Russell Food Equipment Ltd.
06.2014 - 12.2014
Maintained cleanliness of entire facility nightly, by myself, including; employee areas of manufacturing floor and shipping warehouse, retail store and displays, offices, 7 restrooms, including 2 open to public, outside parking lot, and store front.
Greatly improved facility cleanliness by performing thorough and efficient nightly cleaning tasks.
Ensured proper waste disposal, reducing risk of contamination and pest infestations.
Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily needs.
Supervised janitorial and paper goods supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
Performed final shutdown and lockup of entire facility including; lights, doors locked, appropriate equipment off, and security measures set, including alarm and security doors.
Junior Account Manager
Columbia Customs Brokers
05.1990 - 07.1996
Promoted three times in six years.
Obtained Customs Broker Qualification Certificate via correspondence, while working.
Quickly learned new skills and accurately applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere; handled challenging situations with ease.
Managed over 20 client accounts with friendly and efficient service.
Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased trust and repeat business.
Actively listened to customers, used critical thinking to handle concerns quickly, and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Prepared and presented documents to customs to secure clearance of customers' goods.