Charles Koontz
Louisburg,KS
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, adept in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Demonstrates adaptability and strong communication skills, excelling in machine operation and ecological projects. Enhanced park facilities and infrastructure, showcasing a commitment to learning and environmental stewardship.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
03.2024 - Current
- Responded diligently to concerns raised by guests and volunteers at Clinton State Park.
- Maintained effective communication and collaboration with Park Rangers and other state parks.
- Installed water and electrical lines and repaired damaged components.
- Utilized carpentry skills to construct platform tents, decks, and wheelchair accessible ramps.
- Adhered strictly to KDHE guidelines for waste management.
- Upgraded restroom facilities and lodging structures.
- Operated machinery such as mowers, chainsaws, skid loaders, dump trucks, excavators, tractors, and bucket trucks.
Americorps Member
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted maintenance crew and park rangers at Clinton State Park through the installation of water lines, lagoon fence, and tile flooring.
- Safely and effectively removed invasive species from the park both manually and through proper herbicide application.
- Worked alongside wildlife biologists to gather data from projects such as geese banding and fish shocking.
- Maintained a clean environment within the park by gathering loose trash and removing fallen limbs.
Laborer
101 Construction
06.2020 - 01.2023
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to carpentry, concrete, and farming.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches.
- Operated equipment such as tractors, skid loaders, and dump trucks with care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05-2024
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Ecologically Minded
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Adaptability
- Computer Skills
- Hand and Power Tools
- Reciprocity
- Machine Operation
Certification
- PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
- Permaculture Design
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
03.2024 - Current
Americorps Member
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks
01.2023 - 08.2023
Laborer
101 Construction
06.2020 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
University of Kansas
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