- Gym Workouts
- Martial Arts
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Running
- Motocross
Alex Preciado
Kingston,NY
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Associate with a proven track record at Adams Fairacre Farms, skilled in optimizing workflows and enhancing operational efficiency. Adept in blueprint reading and critical thinking, I trained staff on safety protocols while maintaining pristine landscapes, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
Offering strong work ethic and readiness to learn and grow in maintenance role. Brings understanding of safety protocols and ability to handle basic repair tasks efficiently. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and technical skills in Maintenance Associate role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Associate
Adams Fairacre Farms
Lake Katrine, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and maintenance procedures to uphold workplace standards.
- Maintained aesthetically pleasing grounds with landscaping duties such as mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and the removal of debris.
- Optimized workflow by organizing workspace layout and ensuring all necessary supplies were readily available.
- Supported a culture of continuous learning by providing training to junior associates on technical skills and safety protocols.
Landscape Worker
Stars & Stripes LLC
Lake Katrine, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Operated landscaping equipment, including mowers and trimmers, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in planting and maintaining a variety of trees, shrubs, and flowers to enhance landscapes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment to prolong lifespan and maximize operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to design and implement landscape layouts based on client specifications.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
- Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.
- Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently by sharing expertise on plant care, landscape design principles, and best practices for maintaining healthy landscapes.
Intern
Thomas J Feeney Enterprises
Kingston, NY
04.2026 - 06.2026
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Assisted with daily operational tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Supported team members in completing project deliverables and meeting deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Kingston, NYCertificate of Technical Studies - Welding & Metal Fabrication
Ulster Boces Career Academy
Ulster County, NY06-2026
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Attention to detail
- Stick welding
- Fabrication
- Welding
- Torch cutting
- Layout and fitting
- Critical thinking
- Shaping and cutting
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Vertical welding
- Structural welding
- Steel fabrication
- Flat welding
- Gas metal arc welding
- Horizontal welding
- Equipment operation
- Cutting techniques
- Gas tungsten arc welding
- Shielded metal arc welding
- Personal protective equipment
Interests
Timeline
Intern
Thomas J Feeney Enterprises
04.2026 - 06.2026
Maintenance Associate
Adams Fairacre Farms
09.2025 - Current
Landscape Worker
Stars & Stripes LLC
06.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kingston High School
Certificate of Technical Studies - Welding & Metal Fabrication
Ulster Boces Career Academy