Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Christopher Dawson

Chandler,AZ

Summary

With a proven track record at Century Golf Management, I excel in fostering team collaboration and implementing effective policy measures. My expertise in field coordination and safety oversight has significantly enhanced operational efficiency and turf quality, showcasing my ability to lead with responsibility and make strategic decisions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Superintendent

Century Golf Management
04.2022 - 09.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, fostering collaboration and smooth coordination of work efforts.
  • Helped maintain membership satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns related to course playability or aesthetic quality.
  • Organized off-season projects such as tree pruning or bunker renovations to enhance overall course appearance during peak season playability months.
  • Managed inventory control processes effectively, reducing waste and ensuring availability of necessary resources for daily tasks.
  • Improved turf quality by implementing effective pest and disease management programs.
  • Maintained healthy turf conditions by applying proper fertilization and irrigation techniques.
  • Enhanced course aesthetics with timely and precise mowing, edging, and trimming practices.
  • Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
  • Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
  • Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, and inspection.
  • Collaborated with the Golf Course Superintendent to develop long-term improvement plans for the facility.

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Gila River Indian Community Utility Authority
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with fellow employees and club members through consistent communication and problem-solving efforts.
  • Consistently met or exceeded environmental regulations by employing sustainable maintenance practices throughout the facility.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of supplies and materials needed for course maintenance tasks.
  • Collaborated with the Golf Course Superintendent to develop long-term improvement plans for the facility.
  • Helped maintain membership satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns related to course playability or aesthetic quality.
  • Organized off-season projects such as tree pruning or bunker renovations to enhance overall course appearance during peak season playability months.
  • Improved turf quality by implementing effective pest and disease management programs.
  • Identified tools, machinery and personnel required for projects and properly managed resources.
  • Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.

Greenskeeper

Troon Golf
11.2018 - 02.2022
  • Contributed positively to the overall golfer experience with consistently well-maintained bunkers and hazard areas.
  • Trained new employees on proper equipment use, safety protocols, and best practices in golf course maintenance.
  • Increased golfer satisfaction with diligent attention to detail in maintaining greens, tees, and fairways.
  • Enhanced course conditions by implementing effective maintenance practices and timely turf management.
  • Maintained healthy turf conditions through careful application of fertilizers, pesticides, and fungicides according to industry standards.
  • Facilitated timely repairs on damaged playing surfaces due to adverse weather events or vandalism incidents quickly restoring the area back into playable condition.
  • Improved course aesthetics by trimming trees, pruning shrubs, and managing landscape plantings as needed.
  • Ensured consistent playing surfaces with regular aeration, topdressing, and verticutting procedures.

Warehouse Tec.

Ameriflow Water Systems
06.2017 - 11.2018
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, contributing to an efficient and safe working environment.
  • Participated in regular team meetings, contributing to the development of new strategies for warehouse efficiency and productivity.
  • Operated various types of material handling equipment safely including forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move heavy loads throughout the warehouse facility.
  • Reduced product damages with proper handling techniques and training for warehouse staff.
  • Processed outbound orders accurately by picking merchandise according to packing slips and preparing shipments for transport.
  • Managed inbound shipments by unloading trucks, checking items against invoices, and properly storing products in designated locations.
  • Ensured accurate inventory counts through regular audits and meticulous recordkeeping.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds or more
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
  • Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.

Education

GED -

Yuma High
Yuma, AZ
04-1990

Skills

  • Policy implementation
  • Safety oversight
  • Conflict mediation
  • Field coordination
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Decision-making
  • Team collaboration

Certification

Certified Spray Tech in the state of Arizona

Timeline

Assistant Superintendent

Century Golf Management
04.2022 - 09.2024

Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

Gila River Indian Community Utility Authority
02.2022 - 04.2022

Greenskeeper

Troon Golf
11.2018 - 02.2022

Warehouse Tec.

Ameriflow Water Systems
06.2017 - 11.2018

GED -

Yuma High
Christopher Dawson