Betsy Brakley
McKinleyville,CA
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Maintenance Technician
California State Parks - Prairie Creek RNSP
03.2023 - Current
- Performed basic maintenance duties such as cleaning restrooms, removing trash from bins and landscaping which included the use of push mowers, weed whackers, ride on mowers, leaf blowers, and brush trimmers.
- Responsible for landscaping around the park campground, buildings and all grounds on the property.
- Performed daily water inspections in the park, testing chlorine levels, turbidity, and pressure of potable water in the campgrounds.
- Installed new roofing, flooring and fencing to various housing units in the park.
- Experience in replacing and refurbishing historic wood windows on the Visitor's Center building, including removal of lead paint, sanding and repainting.
- Installed memorial benches on trails, fixing trail signs with the use of digger bars, post-hole diggers, shovels, and gravel.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 4 employees, directed employees on a daily basis to maximize work productivity.
Outdoor Adventure Guide
Center Activities, Cal Poly Humboldt
08.2021 - 02.2023
- Worked closely with the Program Coordinator & Field Coordinator to develop a calendar of programs
- Lead kayak tours of 10+ people through various locations in Humboldt County
- Provided proper documentation of events (incidents/accidents), repair needs, training, private lessons and rentals
- Participated in active Risk Management to ensure staff and participant safety
- Transported participants and gear to program locations within and outside of Humboldt County with Center Activities vans & trailers
- Used VHF Radio and followed U.S Coast Guard hailing rules and regulations, attentive to radio calls.
- Completed Senior Internship during May 2022, where I coordinated events for 500 middle school students to learn kayaking skills and team bonding activities.
- Offered physically and emotionally safe and supportive environment for education, cooperation and fun utilizing hands-on activities to foster individual growth.
Housekeeping & Maintenance Specialist
Vacasa & Elk Meadow Cabins
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Working in housekeeping, ensuring COVID-safe cleanliness at 5-star cabins throughout the Orick/Trinidad area
- Booked guest reservations, answered calls, and kept track of inventory
- Provided maintenance work to needed areas & complete outdoor landscape work
- Provided guests with information on the local area including hiking trails, eateries, rental places and directions to local spots.
Phone Jacks Student Caller
Humboldt State University
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Proposed fundraising opportunities to potential donors to increase sources of funding.
- Updated alumni information and keyed all contact details into database, maintaining high levels of accuracy and efficiency.
- Fundraised for student’s support projects.
- Input information into computer system Blackbaud.
- Bonded with constituents to receive donations for campus events.
- Managed approximately 30-70 calls per day from constituents.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration, Tourism
California Polytechnic University, Humboldt
Arcata, CA05-2022
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Works well in busy / high-stress situations
- Great customer service skills including the ability to respond courteously and knowledgeably to the needs of all customers, proper telephone etiquette and other related business practices
- Ability to lead & train staff on proper activity-specific etiquette, safety, and general skill
- Quick learner
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, AED, 2021-12-04, 2022-12-23
- California Boater Card, B1DE175723
- Project WET Certification, 2022-05-01
- Wilderness First Responder Certification, 2023-01-01
Timeline
Senior Maintenance Technician
California State Parks - Prairie Creek RNSP
03.2023 - Current
Outdoor Adventure Guide
Center Activities, Cal Poly Humboldt
08.2021 - 02.2023
Housekeeping & Maintenance Specialist
Vacasa & Elk Meadow Cabins
06.2020 - 08.2021
Phone Jacks Student Caller
Humboldt State University
01.2019 - 04.2019
- First Aid, CPR, AED, 2021-12-04, 2022-12-23
- California Boater Card, B1DE175723
- Project WET Certification, 2022-05-01
- Wilderness First Responder Certification, 2023-01-01
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Administration, Tourism
California Polytechnic University, Humboldt
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