Cooper Layman
Newport News
Summary
Skilled in navigating diverse routes with an emphasis on safety and time efficiency. Experience includes operating a range of vehicles, ensuring passenger comfort and adherence to schedules. Possess strong communication skills for effective interaction with customers, coupled with the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and resolve issues proactively.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursery Associate
Meadows Farms
Chantilly
2024.03 - 2025.10
- Assisted with unloading and receiving plant shipments, ensuring efficient stock management.
- Performed daily plant maintenance such as watering and pruning to support healthy growth, and provided friendly, knowledgeable customer service by assisting customers with plant selection and care advice.
- Gained hands-on experience while collaborating with team members to maintain an organized and welcoming nursery environment. No prior nursery experience was required
Shuttle Driver
Downriver Canoe Company
Front Royal
2025.05 - 2025.08
- Managed daily operations for canoe, kayak, raft, and tube float trips on the South Fork of the Shenandoah River.
- Coordinated logistics for customer river trips, including vehicle shuttling to various river starting points.
- Provided customers with detailed maps and trip descriptions to facilitate self-guided river excursions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience.
- Delivered excellent customer service by assisting clients with trip planning, safety information, and local river knowledge.
Education
Kinesiology Degree -
Christopher Newport University
Newport News2028-05
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Communication
Timeline
Shuttle Driver
Downriver Canoe Company
2025.05 - 2025.08
Nursery Associate
Meadows Farms
2024.03 - 2025.10
Kinesiology Degree -
Christopher Newport University