Dean Andrejczak
Haiku
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1986
1986
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance Groundskeeper
Maui Eco Retreat
Haiku
06.2025 - Current
- Maintained grounds by mowing, trimming, and landscaping outdoor areas.
- Operated tools and equipment for efficient grounds upkeep and maintenance.
- Assisted in planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance property aesthetics.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Cleaned pathways and common areas to maintain a welcoming environment.
- Followed safety protocols while using equipment and handling materials.
- Pruned trees and trimmed bushes and hedges to keep grounds neat and inviting.
- Prepared soil and gardens for planting and laid down mulch and sod.
- Maintained and repaired fences, benches and other hardscape structures.
- Planted seeds, bulbs and shrubs and applied mulch to protect against weeds.
- Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks, and large, and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
Stagehand
Local 93 IATSE
Haiku
03.2018 - 02.2025
- Assisted in setting up and dismantling stage equipment for various productions.
- Operated lighting and sound equipment during live performances.
- Coordinated with crew members to ensure smooth transitions between scenes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of backstage areas and storage facilities.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents during rigging and setup tasks.
- Supported cast and crew by providing timely assistance during rehearsals.
- Set up and tore down stage sets, lighting, rigging and sound equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks.
- Rigged lights, curtains, scenery and other pieces for shows and events.
- Transported equipment between various locations as needed.
- Assisted with the installation of audio-visual systems in venues.
- Operated lighting and sound systems during rehearsals and performances.
- Transported props and set pieces between storage and performance areas.
- Set up and dismantled stage equipment for live productions.
- I have been a part time IATSE member since 1995 in the following cities...
- San Francisco, Oakland, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Spokane.
- 31 years experience over 1400 events, concerts, theater installations and festivals.
Material Handler 2
Litehouse Foods
Sandpoint
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout production areas.
- Loaded and unloaded shipping containers for inventory management.
- Maintained accurate records of material movements and inventory levels.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe handling of products.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment for safety compliance.
- Managed work area cleanliness by following company guidelines for organization.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
- Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
Owner/Operator
Love light Creamery and Grille
Bonners Ferry
04.2016 - 09.2020
- Managed daily operations of a busy creamery and grill.
- Developed and maintained menu offerings, ensuring quality and variety.
- Trained staff on customer service best practices and food safety standards.
- Menu was organic and farm to table
- Implemented marketing strategies to promote seasonal specials and events.
- Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and stock rotation.
- Coordinated community outreach programs to enhance local engagement.
- Established vendor relationships for sourcing high-quality ingredients consistently.
Education
Newaygo High School
Newaygo , MIDiploma - Commercial And Graphic Art
Newaygo County Vocational Center
Fremont , MI 09.1978 - 06.1982
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy/Massage Therapy
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MISkills
- Grounds maintenance
- Lawn care
- Equipment operation
- Soil preparation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Audio-visual installation
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Stage equipment setup
- Working in harmony with others
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Groundskeeper
Maui Eco Retreat
06.2025 - Current
Material Handler 2
Litehouse Foods
09.2020 - 09.2021
Stagehand
Local 93 IATSE
03.2018 - 02.2025
Owner/Operator
Love light Creamery and Grille
04.2016 - 09.2020
Diploma - Commercial And Graphic Art
Newaygo County Vocational Center
09.1978 - 06.1982
Newaygo High School
Some College (No Degree) - Physical Therapy/Massage Therapy
Lansing Community College