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Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Zacharia Pember

Harvey,Australia

Summary

Proven track record in customer service, excelling in sales and communication skills. Experienced in leading and managing diverse workplace environments. Strong fitness background enhances physical capability and commitment to improvement.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Luthier

Collins Music
Bunbury
10.2024 - Current
  • Consulted clients on accurately playing, maintaining and storing instruments for optimal performance and durability.
  • Measured neck angles accurately using specialized tools such as a protractor.
  • Used hand and power tools, glue, resin, clamps and lubrication to disassemble and reassemble instruments as part of repair process.
  • Restrung instrument strings according to the customer's specifications.
  • Dressed frets using fret files and sandpaper to ensure proper intonation.
  • Restored and produced period instruments.
  • Applied finishing techniques, including polishing and varnishing, to keep instruments looking professional and well-maintained.
  • Lubricated moving parts instruments to improve smoothness.
  • Filled holes and cracks, polishing instruments with compounds and buffering and burnishing to reinforce finish.
  • Installed new bridges, nuts, saddles and tuners on customer's instruments.
  • Polished unfinished wood surfaces of newly built string instruments.
  • Used hand tools to complete precise and detailed work on highly valuable instruments.
  • Utilized saws, routers and other power tools for shaping wooden pieces into desired form.
  • Provided technical advice regarding maintenance of string instruments during post-sale consultation sessions.
  • Replaced worn out parts with new ones when necessary for repair work or customization requests from clients.
  • Adjusted truss rods to correct neck alignment issues.
  • Drilled holes in instrument body parts for attaching hardware components like machine heads or strap buttons.
  • Performed repairs on cracked tops, backs, necks and sides of string instruments.
  • Sanded down rough edges of instrument body parts prior to assembly process.
  • Set action on frets of instruments with precision measuring tools.
  • Assembled electronic components including potentiometers, capacitors, switches and jacks into electric guitars.
  • Inspected and repaired string instruments such as guitars, violins, and ukuleles for customers.
  • Tested musical instruments to evaluate sound quality and locate defects, repairing or adjusting as necessary.
  • Installed pickups onto electric guitars according to client's specifications.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.

Beekeeper

Busy Bees
Mandurah, WA
01.2024 - Current
  • Mixed sugar syrup and pollen supplements to feed bees during winter months.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure hives were in good condition.
  • Managed apiary sites by mowing grass, removing weeds, and controlling pests.
  • Harvested honey from hives and extracted it using specialized equipment.
  • Collected wax from hives to create candles or other products for sale.
  • Assessed bee health and monitored for signs of disease or parasites.
  • Inspected colonies for signs of disease and implemented protective precautions for safety.
  • Monitored bee colonies for signs of swarming behavior and split them accordingly.
  • Utilized smoke pot or carbolic acid soaked pad to relocate bees for inspection of hive and to harvest honeycombs.
  • Transported beehives between apiaries safely while ensuring minimal stress on bees.

Marketing Copywriter

Self Employed
Online, WA
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Consulted with sales and marketing staff to garner product and service information and discuss types of written advertising material.
  • Evaluated customer feedback from surveys and other sources to improve products and services offerings.
  • Wrote copy for client advertising campaigns.
  • Edited and proofread copy for grammar, punctuation and spelling, rewriting for clarity and accuracy.
  • Created effective messaging using language, graphics and marketing collateral.
  • Utilized SEO principles to optimize web content and increase visibility in search engine results.
  • Revised written output to satisfy needs of clients, directors or publishers.
  • Utilized content management systems to publish and update web content efficiently.
  • Created compelling headlines and calls-to-action to drive user engagement and conversions.

Palletizer Operator

Harvey Fresh
Harvey, AU
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Clean parts, using cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
  • Inspect individual parts, assemblies, and installations for conformance to specifications and building codes, using measuring instruments such as calipers, scales, and micrometers.
  • Set up and adjust machines and equipment.
  • Keep Brik Operating area tidy and clean, removing all rubbish and faulty products.
  • Ensure the operator inventory remains fully stocked to prevent any stoppages in online production.
  • Operate robot palletizer; Fixing any stoppages, keeping line moving.

Store Supervisor/Technician

Phone Planet
Eaton Fair, AU
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Describe merchandise and explain use, operation, and care of merchandise to customers.
  • Estimate cost of repair or alteration of merchandise.
  • Ticket, arrange and display merchandise to promote sales.
  • Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.
  • Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
  • Maintain records related to sales.
  • Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items.
  • Clean shelves, counters, and tables.
  • Compute sales prices, total purchases and receive and process cash or credit payment.
  • Inventory stock and requisition new stock.
  • Exchange merchandise for customers and accept returns.
  • Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges, and security practices.
  • Mark and tag components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified.
  • Maintain inventory of spare parts.
  • Instruct customers in the installation, repair, or maintenance of products.
  • Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
  • Study blueprints, schematics, manuals, or other specifications to determine installation procedures.
  • Clean parts, using cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
  • Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.
  • Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic component parts to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.

Livestock Handling Assistant

Daryl Farm
Augusta, AU
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • In the role of a Livestock Handling Assistant, primary responsibilities involve facilitating the efficient and humane trapping of cows for veterinary checks, particularly to determine pregnancy status and conduct necessary medical examinations.

Delivery Specialist

Dominos
Pinjarra, AU
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
  • Take food and drink orders and receive payment from customers.
  • Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.
  • Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers, or griddles.
  • Deliver pizzas to customers locations promptly, ensuring hot and fresh products.
  • Handle all cash transactions accurately and responsibly for pizza deliveries.

Kitchen Hand

Nannup Bridge Cafe
Harvey, AU
02.2015 - 01.2018
  • Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgement, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
  • Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices.
  • Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons.
  • Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods.
  • Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.
  • Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.
  • Instruct cooks or other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, or presentation of food.
  • Order, receive, or stock supplies or retail products.
  • Inspect supplies, equipment, or work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
  • Lead kitchen operations during slow hours when chef is absent. Coordinate tasks, maintain quality, and ensure adherence to food safety standards for a smooth operation.

Education

University Preparation Course -

Edith Cowan University
Bunbury, Western Australia
11.2020

High School Diploma -

Pinjarra Senior High School
Pinjarra, Western Australia
11.2019

Skills

  • Customer communication
  • Store management
  • Repair expertise
  • Sales proficiency

Skills

Experienced, Experienced, Expert, Experienced

Affiliations

  • Chess 1600 ELO
  • Basketball
  • Mixed Martial Arts
  • Reading
  • Gym
  • Guitar
  • Having fun with friends & family

Accomplishments

  • Pinjarra Senior High School Year 12 runner-up champion
  • Year 10 inter school basketball MVP
  • Year 10 Home Economics award winner
  • 2014 Nannup news letter cover winner

Certification

  • First AID
  • White card
  • Sports coaching cert 2
  • WACE
  • National Police Check

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Luthier

Collins Music
10.2024 - Current

Beekeeper

Busy Bees
01.2024 - Current

Palletizer Operator

Harvey Fresh
08.2023 - 11.2023

Marketing Copywriter

Self Employed
01.2023 - 01.2024

Store Supervisor/Technician

Phone Planet
11.2021 - 01.2022

Livestock Handling Assistant

Daryl Farm
02.2020 - 07.2021

Delivery Specialist

Dominos
03.2019 - 09.2019

Kitchen Hand

Nannup Bridge Cafe
02.2015 - 01.2018

University Preparation Course -

Edith Cowan University

High School Diploma -

Pinjarra Senior High School
Zacharia Pember