COLLIN BALLARD
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
I am dedicated and highly motivated with expertise in renovation and landscape projects, as well as in guiding and coordinating volunteers and team members. I am known for my effective communication, my attention to detail, and my pride in my work. I also have 10+ years of handyman experience, including light building maintenance and landscaping. Adaptive and flexible in quickly changing conditions, and passionate about community service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn Care Specialist
Naturescape
Delafield, WI
07.2025 - Current
- Developed relationships with seasonal customers and collaborated with them to achieve their lawncare goals
- Informed customers about Naturescape lawncare programs and helped them find options to fit their unique needs
- Delivered excellent customer service to resolve customer questions, concerns, or complaints
- Achieved and maintained Wisconsin State Pesticide Applicator License and adhered to all laws and regulations regarding pesticide application
Mobile Market Manager
Feeding Laramie Valley
Laramie, WY
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Renovated a 1973 Bluebird bus into a mobile grocery store including: seat removal; new floor and laminate installation; building and installation of shelving, sink and water heater, and refrigerator units; and interior and exterior painting
- Safely and effectively used and guided others in using power tools in renovation tasks
- Created and maintained inventory management systems for both construction materials and tools as well as food items
- Frequently adapted to quickly changing circumstances and creatively solved problems
- Maintained compliance with county and state food safety standards, mobile vending regulations, and SNAP sales requirements
AmeriCorps VISTA
Feeding Laramie Valley
Laramie, WY
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Performed miscellaneous maintenance on Feeding Laramie Valley buildings including light plumbing repairs; and door and window installation
- Participated in early retrofitting operation of a school bus into a mobile grocery store (the Mobile Food Market)
- Made frequent on-the-fly repairs to the Bluebird bus which houses the Mobile Food Market
- Developed and implemented new operational systems including a network of community contacts and data tracking systems for customer and sales information
- Made connections with diverse, rural Wyoming community members and collected data about their food access needs
Maintenance and Facilities Coordinator
Head Start of Laramie
Laramie, WY
11.2019 - 09.2022
- Building maintenance including light plumbing, repairs to internal and external doors, door installation, drywall installation and repairs, floor tile repairs, gutter repair, appliance troubleshooting, painting, etc.
- Oversaw and facilitated transportation for families in need
- Collaborated with Head Start staff and families to meet the needs of each child
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations regarding transportation of 3-5 year olds
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Religious Studies, International Studies
University of Wyoming
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Light Building Maintenance
- Hand and Power Tools
- Program Leadership
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping
- Excellent Communication
- Community Outreach
- Flexible and Adaptable
Timeline
Lawn Care Specialist
Naturescape
07.2025 - Current
Mobile Market Manager
Feeding Laramie Valley
10.2023 - 05.2025
AmeriCorps VISTA
Feeding Laramie Valley
10.2022 - 10.2023
Maintenance and Facilities Coordinator
Head Start of Laramie
11.2019 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Religious Studies, International Studies
University of Wyoming