DANE WENGER
Overland Park
Summary
Parks and Recreation graduate with 8 years of relevant experience. Strengths: Team player and quick learner skilled at prioritizing and managing multiple projects and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Seeking to further my professional development while providing elite service to coworkers and park visitors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Southeast Regional Park Worker II
Johnson County Parks & Recreation District
03.2020 - Current
- Undertake a range of maintenance responsibilities in Southeast region, such as mowing, facility repairs, aiding in waterline repairs, and vehicle service
- Responsible for installation and maintenance of signs at Heritage Park and satellite parks in Southeast region
- Member of the Safety Committee from 2021 to present
- Ensured safety regulations were met, conducting routine inspections of playground equipment and park spaces.
Maintenance Worker
City of Merriam Public Works
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Assisted in removal and replacement of trip hazard sidewalk resulting in safe environment for residents
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of residential street lights
- Assisted in training new employees on maintenance tasks and equipment operation
- Safely operated various equipment including claw truck, backhoe, wheel loader, skid loader, mini excavator, and aerial truck
- Performed snow removal and treatment of roads during winter storms
- Mulched, trimmed, and maintain city mulch beds
Insurance Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized insurance solutions tailored to individual needs.
Seasonal Sales Representative
Kansas City Chiefs
02.2016 - 10.2016
- Handled sale of full-season, partial-season, and group ticket packages for the 2016 NFL Season including club and premium options
- On-field Coordinator for Chiefs home games
- Assisted up to 100 fans with pregame flag-holding for National Anthem
Event Management Associate
Mizzou Athletics
08.2015 - 02.2016
- Assisted the Event Management Department in overseeing Event Staff and planning and coordinating intercollegiate competitions, concerts, banquets, conferences, and other activities
- Assigned Event Staff for football shuttle services to specific routes, ensuring a quality guest experience during home football game days
- Attended game operations meetings and assisted in planning process for event production logistics and execution
- Worked with Sustainability Office to plan and implement an effort that reduced waste and raised recycling and environmental awareness at athletic events
- Worked with facility management team in managing day-of-show tasks and responsibilities; assessed and addressed facility needs in event preparation
- Assisted with set-up and tear down of all events held on the Mizzou Sports Park property
Dairy Clerk
HyVee Foods
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Unload delivery trucks and maintain clean and organized storage area
- Maintain cooler sections by keeping proper product rotation and stocked shelves
- Ensure cleanliness and positive customer support to enhance customer satisfaction
- Assist on cash register when needed
Student Equipment Manager
Mizzou Football
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Provided hands-on support during games and practices, addressing any immediate equipment needs or issues that arose.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs.
- Inventoried and loaded supplies for travel.
- Cleaned and washed uniforms and other equipment.
Seasonal Assembly Worker
Gates Corporation
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
- Completed assigned tasks quickly to decrease production time.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot faulty equipment.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, successfully managing multiple assembly tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality and productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation, And Tourism
University of Missouri
12.2015
Skills
- FISTA Chainsaw Training
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector
- Backflow Prevention
- Class A CDL
- Bloodborne Pathogen
- Soft Tissue Injury Prevention
- CPR Certified
- Wildland Fire Training
- HAT Training
- ATV Training
- LEAP
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Safety Committee
- Cyber Security Awareness
Certification
Routine Maintenance on vehicles and facilities
Perform yearly safety audits
Routine Playground inspections
Tree trimming
Snow removal
Equipment Operation
Timeline
Southeast Regional Park Worker II
Johnson County Parks & Recreation District
03.2020 - Current
Maintenance Worker
City of Merriam Public Works
04.2017 - 03.2020
Insurance Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
11.2016 - 03.2017
Seasonal Sales Representative
Kansas City Chiefs
02.2016 - 10.2016
Event Management Associate
Mizzou Athletics
08.2015 - 02.2016
Dairy Clerk
HyVee Foods
08.2014 - 03.2015
Student Equipment Manager
Mizzou Football
08.2013 - 03.2014
Seasonal Assembly Worker
Gates Corporation
06.2013 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation, And Tourism
University of Missouri
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