A highly motivated individual looking to obtain a challenging position with growth potential.

Tao Harris — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:10:00 -0400

205 Montgomery Cross Roads Apt 707
SAVANNAH, GA 331406
E-MAIL TAOHARRIS@YAHOO.COM
TAO R. HARRIS
OBJECTIVE
A highly motivated individual looking to obtain a challenging position with growth potential.

QUALIFICATIONS
Diligent, analytical individual possessing prior knowledge of Electrical concepts emphasizing computer technology and embedded systems with innate ability to follow discrete directions, and oriented towards substantial results. Also familiar with numerous programming languages such as Matlab, Unix, Java, and LabView simulations. Proficient in Computer Operating Systems such as Windows, and skilled in Microsoft Office Tools Application. Also posses distinct research methods and investigative to the smallest details with leadership skills, and ability to work in teams.

WORK EXPERIENCE

05/2008 - 8/2008 Georgia Ports Authority Savannah, GA Engineering/Maintenance
Engineering Intern
Research different methods in allowing the company to enhance efforts in being more environmentally friendly by reducing emissions and air pollutants as well as improve water quality for surrounding Garden City area and simultaneously reducing company costs

04/2006 – Current Lowe’s Home Improvement Savannah, GA
Customer Service Associate
Customer service representative
Take payments, issue, retrieve, or exchange purchased items, and resolve billing concerns in order to satisfy the customer needs
Cross train in telephone and cashier tasks in order to effectively perform duties as necessary
Assisted in the training of new cashiers

04/2005 - 05/2008 American Campus Communities Savannah, GA Assistant Head Community Assistant
Planned, organized and facilitate unit meetings.
Assisted in supervising 8 of Community Assistants.
Maintained a well-rounded environment after hours for 660 residents.
Coordinated fall, winter, and continuous Community Assistant Training.
Assisted with housing assignments.
Coordinated after hour programs and events.
Oversaw resident programming for the fall, spring and summer semester.
Provided crisis management, first response and conflict resolution to 660 residents.
Collaborated with 9 Community Assistants and Hall Council to create a successful atmosphere.
Assisted with planning and implementing Georgia Regional Hall Council Conference

05/2007 - 8/2007 Georgia Ports Authority Savannah, GA Client Relations Center
Intern
Learn the companies pricing and tariff rates for port services.
Conduct courtesy phone calls and emails to company’s clients to ensure accurate contact information.
Use computer applications to edit, sort, and enter data into the company credentialing database.
Research various distributions centers across the country to identify potential clients.
Monitor the expansion behaviors of various retail distributors across the country to identify potential clients.
Research and document information about the company for external purposes.
Assist in special projects as needed by the general manager.
Update client access capabilities to company records

EDUCATION
08/2003 – Current Savannah State University Savannah, GA
B.S., Electronics Engineering Technology with Computer Options

Related Course Work:
Matlab/Java
Electrical Circuits I
Electrical Circuits II
Electronics I
Digital Systems I
Unix programming
Microcomputer Interfacing
Fiber Optics
Digital Systems II
Electronics II
LabView

Leadership and Organization:
Iota Phi Lambda Sorority Inc.
President (2007-2008)
Chair of Publications (2006-2007)
The Order of the Eastern Star

References: Available upon request.

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A highly motivated individual looking to obtain a challenging position with growth potential.