David marks
chenango forks,NY
Summary
ive been with parks for 18 years.the first ten with cfcc,i have knowlege in all aspects of building trades.ive spent the last 8 with park maintenance,with numerous duties,including daily operations with the crew.i enjoy what i do,and always looking to better myself and the team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Parks Maintenance Worker
Nysparks
05.2007 - Current
- Maintained park facilities, ensuring cleanliness and safety for visitors.
- Operated landscaping equipment to enhance park aesthetics and functionality.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and prioritize repairs.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflows for routine maintenance tasks.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Participated in training programs to enhance skills, ensuring continuous improvement in job performance.
- Operated a variety of tools and machinery for tasks like mowing lawns, trimming trees, repairing fences, painting picnic tables, fixing broken sprinklers resulting in well-maintained parks'' grounds.
- Handled minor repairs on park equipment ensuring that all facilities function efficiently.
- Improved park aesthetics with meticulous attention to detail in litter removal and upkeep of benches, signs, and other infrastructure.
- Enhanced park visitor experience by maintaining clean and safe facilities, pathways, and recreational areas.
- Conducted regular inspections of playground equipment to guarantee safety compliance and prevent accidents.
- Contributed to team efforts in emergency situations such as storm damage clean-up or search-and-rescue operations.
- Regularly maintained cleanliness of restrooms promoting hygienic environment for visitors.
- Monitored inventory levels for necessary supplies/tools required for parks maintenance work.
- Installed and moved temporary structures for different types of events.
- Reduced maintenance costs by identifying and addressing potential hazards before they escalated into costly repairs.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of park improvement projects for enhanced visitor enjoyment.
- Serviced park restrooms to keep each free of trash, stocked with basic supplies and clean for guests.
- Facilitated coordination between parks department staff members contributing better teamwork.
- Upheld safety standards in different seasons by handling ice, snow and other periodic issues.
- Assisted with seasonal preparations including snow removal during winter months.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greene Central Schools
Greene NySkills
- Facility upkeep
- Heavy lifting
- Playground inspection
- Public safety
- Maintenance management
- Basic carpentry
- Snow removal
- Maintenance proficiency
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Using hand tools
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Planning and organization
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Team leadership
- Site safety
- Creative thinking
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Grounds maintenance
- Work organization and prioritization
- Team building
- Safety protocols
- Task prioritization
- Team leader
- Goal setting
Timeline
Parks Maintenance Worker
Nysparks
05.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Greene Central Schools