Billy Hobbs
Garden City
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician II
City of Garden City, Lee Richardson Zoo
Garden City
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine maintenance on zoo facilities and equipment to ensure optimal operation and safety.
- Inspected systems to identify repair needs and address safety concerns, enhancing overall facility reliability.
- Partnered with staff to maintain animal habitats to established maintenance standards, supporting animal welfare.
Owner
Meadowlark Properties
Garden City
05.2014 - Current
- Property management company.
- Currently manage multiple single family properties throughout Kansas and Texas.
- Remodel homes on an as needed basis.
- Ensure any damage or liabilities are eradicated.
Owner/Manager
Meadowlark Properties DBA Merms Liquor
Floydada
05.2014 - 02.2022
- Managed daily operations of retail liquor store and ensured compliance with TABC regulations.
- Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and restocking products as needed.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote new products and increase customer engagement.
- Implemented food sales, increasing overall gross revenue by nearly 20%.
- Trained and supervised 6 full time employees and 2 part time employees.
- Sold the business.
Owner/Manager
Meadowlark Park
Garden City
01.2010 - 09.2013
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies that increased tenant attraction to the park.
- Supervised staff scheduling and training, enhancing service standards and team performance.
- Managed daily operations of maintenance and groundskeeping crews, ensuring efficient facility upkeep.
- Sold the business.
Education
Certification - Welding
Lincoln College of Technology
Denver, CO 06.2012 - 05.2013
Holcomb High School
Holcomb, KSSkills
- Leadership: Team Building, Staff Training, Mentorship
- Conflict resolution
- Performance evaluations
- Time management
- Preventive maintenance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Technician II
City of Garden City, Lee Richardson Zoo
11.2024 - Current
Owner
Meadowlark Properties
05.2014 - Current
Owner/Manager
Meadowlark Properties DBA Merms Liquor
05.2014 - 02.2022
Certification - Welding
Lincoln College of Technology
06.2012 - 05.2013
Owner/Manager
Meadowlark Park
01.2010 - 09.2013
Holcomb High School