Michael Banville
Whitman
Summary
I am adept at individual lessons and staff management, with a proven track record of enhancing learning experiences as a Guitar Tutor. At Laid-Back Landscaping, I have done eye-catching stonework and good at jobsite safety along with elevating project outcomes. Known for exceptional product restocking and consistently driving satisfaction and loyalty. I also received many accolades at Lowe’s along with in house forklift certification
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Guitar Tutor
Myself
10.2024 - Current
- Developed comprehensive plans to increase repertoire, technical abilities and aural development
- Encouraged creativity and self-discovery through experimentation with musical instruments
- Assessed each student's playing talent to tailor instruction to meet individual needs
- Taught students how to clean, polish, dress frets, tighten screws and properly store guitar in case
- Provided students with written and recorded material to organize home practice sessions
- Developed lesson curriculum based on student skill level
Landscaper
Laid-Back Landscaping
05.2024 - Current
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards
Handyman
Cowlicks and Pigtails
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on residential and commercial properties.
- Executed carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tasks to ensure property functionality.
- Oversaw project timelines and coordinated with clients for service delivery.
- Trained junior staff on safety protocols and efficient repair techniques.
Fulfillment Lead
Lowes Home Improvment
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily fulfillment operations to ensure timely and accurate order processing.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for inventory management and customer service.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency and reduce order fulfillment times.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain logistics and inventory accuracy
Front End Associate
Stop & Shop
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels
- Replaced merchandise stock throughout check-out lines and end-cap displays
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs
- Performed carry-out and order preparation for pick-up services by packaging, transporting, and loading customer purchases
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
- Welcomed and engaged customers, offering assistance with locating or retrieving merchandise
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases
Barista
Dunkin' Donuts
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency
- Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs
- Restocked display cases with attractive arrangements to promote specialty food items like bagels and muffins
- Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs
- Followed exact recipes for mixing and preparing beverage and food items
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments
- Learned special recipe items and seasonal offerings to best meet customer needs
- Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily
- Minimized spoilage with proper use of first-in-first-out stock procedures
- Packaged bagels, muffins and other food items for customer purchase
Education
Second Fireman’s License
Peterson School
Dedham, MAHigh School Diploma -
Braintree Highschool
Braintree, MA07.2025
Skills
- Jobsite safety
- Stonework
- Yard mowing
- Shrubbery trimming
- Product restocking
- Drawer balancing
- Individual lessons
- Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert, Expert
Certification
- CPR certified
- I know how to give CPR and use a AED
Timeline
Handyman
Cowlicks and Pigtails
10.2025 - 12.2025
Fulfillment Lead
Lowes Home Improvment
02.2025 - 12.2025
Guitar Tutor
Myself
10.2024 - Current
Landscaper
Laid-Back Landscaping
05.2024 - Current
Front End Associate
Stop & Shop
11.2022 - 03.2024
Barista
Dunkin' Donuts
10.2021 - 10.2022
Second Fireman’s License
Peterson School
High School Diploma -
Braintree Highschool