Moved to the United States in October, 2016, to get married and look for new opportunities. Acquired my green card and driver's license, followed by my permanent residency card. Am currently looking for new challenges after proving myself at my current and past positions since 2017.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Crew Member
South Suburban Parks & Recreation
05.2019 - Current
Followed routine maintenance checklist.
Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
Sanitized restrooms using such chemicals as ammonia to reduce spread of germs.
Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
Trained new maintenance personnel to safely and properly use equipment and tools and apply best practices.
Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Properly handled, transported, and disposed of recycled materials.
Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Replaced light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures and checked smoke and carbon monoxide detectors for proper functionality.
Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Ground Maintenance
Columbine Country Club
07.2019 - 09.2023
Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
Evaluated, diagnosed and mitigated vegetation diseases, insect damage and other pest issues.
Set up and tore down rental areas for events, opened buildings and grounds and monitored events during guest use.
Assembled, installed and repaired wiring, electrical components and plumbing systems and kept grounds systems safe, up-to-date and usable.
Maintained grounds of residential and commercial properties by mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
Performed regular watering and fertilizing of lawns, trees and shrubs to promote healthy vegetation growth.
Created schedules and implemented plans for regular maintenance to meet client expectations.
Erected and disassembled temporary structures to provide safety while working on uneven terrains.
Read and interpreted blueprints and plans to construct walkways, decks and patios.
Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting, and other related topics.
Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
Golf Course Ground Maintenance
Bear Creek Country Club
05.2017 - 07.2019
Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
Maintained grounds tools and equipment free from mechanical or safety defects and in top operating condition.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
Cultivated and beautified park grounds and facilities through pruning, weeding and fertilizing across [Number] acres.
Spearheaded dedicated focus on facility cleanliness via grounds inspections.
Adventure Tour Guide
Captain Morgan Resort & Others
04.1996 - 10.2016
Assisted with adventure education trip preparation by rigging rafts, preparing food and planning routes.
Delivered effective safety debriefings to guests to promote safe environment.
Offered physically and emotionally safe and supportive environment for education, cooperation and fun utilizing hands-on activities to foster individual growth.
Guided groups of up to 8 people on scheduled tours.
Established positive relationships with tour members through fun and engaging conversation.
Informed tour members of safety risks associated with attractions, confirming customer security.
Answered questions, pointed out important features and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors.
Worked closely with management staff to create new and lucrative tours.
Delivered timely and accurate updates to tour coordinator regarding tour progress.
Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
Utilized effective communication and problem-solving skills to quickly resolve customer issues.
Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
Collaborated with other tour guides to provide comprehensive and enjoyable experience.
Demonstrated superior professionalism while interacting with customers and vendors.
Developed engaging and informative scripts, guiding tour members through attractions.
Checked tour vehicles for cleanliness, safety and functionality.
Arranged for additional resources and personnel when needed to accommodate larger tour requests.
Planned and executed efficient tour routes by using maps and other navigational tools.
Furnished customers with unique experiences by developing and creating new tour routes.
Inspected tour sites for potential hazards and arranged for repairs when needed.
Assisted tour members with luggage, bags and maps while handling other helpful tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Peter Cleaver College
Punta Gorda, Belize, Central America
06.1985
Skills
Landscaping Maintenance
Attention to Detail
Scheduled Maintenance
Time Management
Flexible and Adaptable
Lifts 50 Pounds
Effective Communication
Snow Removal
Valid Driver's License
Building Maintenance
Equipment Maintenance
Repair and Maintenance
Additional Information
After high school (March, 1986), I joined the military, Belize Defence Force. After 6 months of training, graduated as a soldier and served my country for 6 years, resigning in 1992.
Timeline
Ground Maintenance
Columbine Country Club
07.2019 - 09.2023
Maintenance Crew Member
South Suburban Parks & Recreation
05.2019 - Current
Golf Course Ground Maintenance
Bear Creek Country Club
05.2017 - 07.2019
Adventure Tour Guide
Captain Morgan Resort & Others
04.1996 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
St. Peter Cleaver College
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