Russ Argo

Russ Argo

Express Courier

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Continuity Director/Mid-day Talent on 97.7 Tom FM at Ottumwa Radio

  • Education

    • JSMI Bible Institute & School of World Evangelism

      1997 - 1999
      Biblical Studies,Teaching, Outreach programs and Ministry Mangement
    • DeVry University

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      Bachelor's Degree Technical Management with a concentration in Computer Networking GPA: 3.42
    • Indian Hills Community College

      1995 - 1996

      Took some prerequisite classes

  • Experience

    • DFW Express

      Feb 2002 - Feb 2003
      Express Courier

      I was an independent Contractor for this company. We specialized in Same day deliveries, across the DFW Metropoliton area. We serviced a broad range of clients. From Hospitals to Construction. My vehicle broke down beyond repair, and I wasn't able to continue working.

    • Best Western Innsuites

      Feb 2003 - May 2003
      Bartender/Shuttle Service/Security

      Became the bartender for the Hotel. I also performed shuttle service for the guests. (Airport, events, downtown, etc..) I would also assist in the security monitoring of the hotel premises.

    • DHL Express

      May 2003 - Feb 2006

      Parcel delivery driver, loaded/unloaded freight on/off of our cargo plane, separated and distributed freight to the different routes, customer service, time management. Organized and planned my day, making variations throughout the day due to a constantly changing schedule. Parcel delivery driver, loaded/unloaded freight on/off of our cargo plane, separated and distributed freight to the different routes, customer service, time management. Managed a country route, that averaged 300 miles daily. I left here because we moved from Fort Worth, Tx to Myrtle Beach, SC. Delivered for Jack Pack INC. Delivered the outskirts of SW Fort Worth, Texas. I would deliver to Godley, Glenn Rose, Hico, and Dublin. As well as all the towns in between.

      • Driver/Courier (Intercoastal Express)

        Nov 2004 - Feb 2006
      • Parcel Delivery

        May 2003 - Nov 2004
      • Delivery Driver

        May 2003 - Oct 2004
    • Stonehouse Surfaces

      Feb 2006 - Jan 2007
      Tile Layer

      Laid Tile and wood flooring, Use of Tile Cutting Machinery, Minor construction, Worked in New construction homes.

    • Cumulus Media

      Oct 2006 - Feb 2009
      Operations/Production Specialist

      Board operations, website management, audio/commercial production, promotions, some on-air work. I started out as part-time Board Operator and was promoted to Production/Operations Utility. My position was dissolved along with 1500 other positions across the company.

    • DHL Express (Intercoastal Express)

      Jan 2007 - Mar 2008
      Driver/Dock Utility

      Parcel delivery driver, loaded/unloaded freight on/off of our cargo plane, separated and distributed freight to the different routes, customer service, time management. I would sub in for drivers that were not available to work. I would also go and assist other route drivers that may need help. On occasion, I would also assist with customer service, dispatch, and package research.I left here when I was promoted to full time at the radio station in March 2008.

    • Cumulus Media

      Sept 2010 - Oct 2011
      A.M. Show Producer/Commercial Production (Part Time)

      Rehired as a part-time employee and an on-air sidekick for 106.5 the Coyote morning show. Responsibilities included monitoring the boards for syndicated morning shows; mix the current news, weather, and traffic updates with the appropriate music beds for 4 different stations.

    • Stream Global Services

      Apr 2012 - Jan 2013
      Tech Support Rep I

      Assisted people over the phone with computer repairs, installation help, and general computer questions, Operation System reinstalls/reimaging, and hardware trouble-shooting. Dispatch hardware replacement parts and/or a technician if needed. Trained on Dell computers, operation, setup, and installations. As well as Diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs. Received an award for 100% Customer Satisfaction.

    • Walmart Distribution Center

      Sept 2013 - Jun 2014
      Distribution and Receiving

      Unloading Trailers, labeling inbound freight, and placing the labeled freight onto a conveyor belt. I was trained on fork and clamp lifts. The job was physically demanding as you are lifting boxes of various weights all day long.

    • Dollar General

      Nov 2014 - Jun 2015
      Store Manager

      Managed EmployeesMoved freight out to the floorSet Planograms and Seasonal DisplaysRecovered the store aislesAssisted and greeted customers

    • Pilot Flying J

      Jul 2015 - Feb 2016
      Overnight Shift Manager

      • Maintained store and product appearance • Customer Service and store presentation• Managed workers and delegated tasks• End of day bookwork• Overnight Maintenance

    • Ottumwa Radio

      Jun 2016 - now
      Continuity/Production Director and Mid-Day Talent on 97.7 Tom FM

      -Write, Create, Voice and Produce Radio Commercials-Host an Afternoon Show from Noon till 6. Including the Back in the Day Cafe. -

  • Licenses & Certifications