Daniel Warfield
Seymour,TN
Summary
Seasoned Area Lead with a proven track record of driving performance improvements, enhancing operational efficiency, and elevating customer satisfaction levels. Expertise in strategic planning, team leadership, and problem-solving. Highly-motivated and adaptable with exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Operations Area Lead
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
Pigeon Forge, TN
12.2021 - Current
- Streamlined vendor communication for efficient product delivery.
- Developed and implemented new safety procedures for the company.
- Managed planning and execution of festival installations and removals within strict timelines across multiple departments.
- Developed work schedules for staff members while adhering to budget constraints.
- Utilized strong organizational and communication skills to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall team's performance.
Special Events Technical Specialists
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
Pigeon Forge , TN
02.2018 - 12.2021
- Scheduled and supervised the installation and disassembly of festivals to fulfill deadlines accurately.
- Maintained festivals throughout operations, ensuring an excellent guest experience.
- Compiled thorough documentation outlining the process of assembling festival icons.
- Reconditioned festival pieces during idle periods, guaranteeing excellent quality and effortless installation.
- Implemented effective strategies to streamline festival setup and breakdown processes.
- Expertly manoeuvred a range of heavy equipment vehicles such as areial boom lifts, forklifts, and telehandlers.
Skyzip Team Lead
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
Pigeon Forge , TN
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed strategies to increase team productivity and improve customer service levels.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Led a team of 10 individuals in achieving quarterly sales targets, exceeding goals.
Helping Hands Training Specialist
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
Pigeon Forge, TN
12.2014 - 06.2017
- Worked collaboratively across departments and with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive, effective training sessions.
- Devised programs to develop executive potential among employees in lower-level positions.
- Assisted in the development of succession planning initiatives through targeted training efforts.
- Collaborated with department heads to tailor training programs to specific job roles and functions.
Coaster Games Breaker
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
Pigeon Forge, TN
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by sweeping, mopping and removing debris from the workplace.
- Ensured SPP goals were met each day.
- Maintained a schedule to guarantee hosts had sufficient breaks during their shift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrison Central High School
Gulfport, MS05-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Building Construction Science
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- Project Management
- Workforce Development
- Employee Scheduling
- Attention to Detail
- Productivity Improvements
- Operations Management
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Vendor Relations
- Product Development
Certification
- Part 107 FAA Certification
- Forklift Certified Operator
- Dante Level 3 Certified
- Tree Climber Specialist 3 Aerial Rescue Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Technical Operations Area Lead
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
12.2021 - Current
Special Events Technical Specialists
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
02.2018 - 12.2021
Skyzip Team Lead
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
06.2017 - 02.2018
Helping Hands Training Specialist
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
12.2014 - 06.2017
Coaster Games Breaker
Dollywood Parks & Resorts
05.2012 - 12.2014
- Part 107 FAA Certification
- Forklift Certified Operator
- Dante Level 3 Certified
- Tree Climber Specialist 3 Aerial Rescue Certification
- CPR & First Aid Certified
High School Diploma -
Harrison Central High School
Some College (No Degree) - Building Construction Science
Mississippi State University
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