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Dexter Mayo

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Methodical and hardworking mechanical professional adept at completing inspections, repairs and replacements on components such as heat exchangers, control devices and pumps. Good at planning and prioritizing simultaneous tasks. Safety-conscious Groundskeeper for commercial facilities. Brings 2 years of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance and building access maintenance. Thorough and dedicated worker skilled at conducting inspections to maintain or troubleshoot building or grounds issues. Responsible Grounds Maintenance Worker successful at handling physically demanding work in various weather conditions. Offers strong sense of duty, superior work ethic and reliability in completing assignments. Comfortable working alone or teamed up for maintenance assignments.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Grounds Maintenance Worker

SSA Marine
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2023 - Current
  • Maintained and repaired a variety of grounds equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Performed routine maintenance on all turf grass areas including aeration, fertilization, seeding and pesticide applications.
  • Cleared debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using hand tools or power equipment.
  • Weeded gardens by hand or with the use of herbicides; mulched flower beds to retain moisture.
  • Operated vehicles and equipment safely to minimize risks to people and property.
  • Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
  • Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.

Landscaper

Whitts End Landscaping
Jacksonville, Florida
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
  • Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.

Forklift Operator

Seaonus
Jacksonville, FL
05.2019 - 11.2022
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Transported materials between storage areas, loading docks and delivery vehicles as needed.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
  • Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
  • Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.

Taxi Driver

Yellow Checker Cab
Jacksonville, FL
03.2015 - 09.2016
  • Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
  • Responded to specific locations at designated times to handle customer reservations.
  • Maximized passenger satisfaction by maintaining vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
  • Implemented marketing and other strategic plans to generate new business.
  • Maintained vehicle in clean and safe manner to maximize passenger satisfaction.
  • Received and safely and securely stowed passenger items and luggage.
  • Monitored profitable locations, including nightlife, tourist and business spots, to take advantage of business opportunities.
  • Offered additional assistance to disabled passengers and stowed equipment in the correct manner.
  • Received belongings from passengers and safely and securely stowed items and luggage.
  • Appeared at designated appointments according to schedule.
  • Applied mathematical skills to determine fares and change.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
  • Kept vehicle serviced according to schedule, reducing mechanically-related downtime by 40%.
  • Completed rides with utmost quality and presented a clean and sanitized vehicle to customers.
  • Drafted budgets, monitored costs and reduced expenses by 25%.
  • Evaluated operational records and made scheduling adjustments to maximize efficiency.

Crew Foreman

Utah Construction/BP Oil Spill Recovery
Pensacola, Florida
05.2010 - 09.2010
  • Managed a 150-person team focused on oil spill clean-up jobs of the Gulf of Mexico Florida shores.
  • Worked with suppliers to maintain flow of supplies and resolve issues.
  • Helped recruit, hire and train crews for project needs.
  • Assisted with budgeting by keeping track of labor hours and expenses.
  • Diagnosed and corrected malfunctions with equipment and machinery.
  • Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Assisted with clerical duties and documented daily work.
  • Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on proper techniques and safety.
  • Assisted in management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, and ordering supplies.
  • Kept supervisor informed of job progress and material requirements
  • Managed shift equipment and materials.
  • Implemented process improvements based on identification of productivity or quality issues.
  • Documented orders, daily activities, weekly schedules and team performance.
  • Ensured that employees were adequately trained on processes and equipment use.
  • Continually cleaned work areas and equipment.
  • Responsible for promoting safe and clean working environment.
  • Maintained tools, equipment and work sites.
  • Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
  • Removed debris and other duties as assigned by the manager.
  • Arranged and stored materials, machines, tools and equipment.

Outside Machinist

Northrop Grumman
Newport News, VA
04.2006 - 05.2008

Started up and shut down processing equipment.

  • Adhered to all applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
  • Supervised team of six skilled TIG and MIG welders, monitored the fabrication of weldments to dimensional tolerances.
  • Organized, scheduled and assigned production work.
  • Read and interpreted standard operating procedures to complete work in an accurate and efficient manner.
  • Oversaw design, procurement and construction from a mechanical equipment and reliability perspective and provide input for start-up and operation of the mechanical systems.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas.
  • Adjusted machine feed and speed if machine malfunctioned.
  • Ensured the most cost-effective production methods were employed.
  • Evaluated ongoing operations of oil pumps and pneumatic machines and performed troubleshooting on problems.
  • Started machine operations by inserting control instructions into control units.
  • Examined weld for bead size and other specifications.
  • Completed preventative maintenance to enhance performance.
  • Optimized machinery performance by calibrating according to prescribed standards.
  • Worked with managers to implement the company's policies and goals.
  • Monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
  • Consulted welding chart specifications to select appropriate type and thickness of metal.
  • Set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
  • Calibrated or adjusted equipment to ensure quality production using tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, protractors and ring gauges.
  • Changed equipment over to new product.
  • Reviewed operations and conferred with technical or administrative staff to resolve production and processing problems.
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
  • Established maintenance plans and oversaw repair work to maintain productivity.
  • Planned and laid out work to meet production and schedule requirements.
  • Helped achieve company goals by supporting production workers.

General Mechanic

DynCorp International LLC
Portsmouth, VA
04.2003 - 07.2004
  • Interpreted drawings and schematics to pinpoint mechanical issues.
  • Attended all safety and training meetings to learn important safety information and prevent injuries.
  • Completed smooth implementation and maintenance of cables, motors, and control systems.
  • Performed generator troubleshooting and diagnostics.
  • Enforced adherence to safety regulations and building codes.
  • Maintained knowledge of updated changes in various models of equipment.
  • Kept detailed records of all repairs, labor involved, and parts used.
  • Attention to detail
  • Oiled and cleaned machines and added coolant to machine reservoirs.
  • Used measuring instruments to inspect parts.
  • Arranged and stored materials, machines, tools and equipment.
  • Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards.
  • Oversaw proper packaging of products.
  • Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
  • Managed work with little supervision.
  • Reviewed project drawings to perform installation activities according to specifications.
  • Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Counted and verified orders picked to ensure accuracy.
  • Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials.
  • Continually cleaned work areas and equipment.
  • Managed shift equipment and materials.
  • Reduced downtime during production by maintaining equipment and reducing unnecessary maintenance.

Aviation Mechanic

United States Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
10.1998 - 10.2002
  • Inspected, removed and replaced components of hydraulic systems and replaced gaskets and wipers in hydraulic components.
  • Performed daily inspections, including both postflight and preflight inspections.
  • Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork.
  • Prepared operation plans and orders to support security of resources and installations.
  • Worked closely with tenant commands, the naval station and ship security officers.
  • Mitigate workflow downtime by maintaining complete accountability of all assigned equipment.
  • Removed and replaced F/A-18 jet engines.
  • Removed and replaced Airframe Mounted Accessory Drives.
  • Removed and replaced Auxiliary Power Units.
  • Acted as a mentor to Junior Sailors to align them with core US Navy values and promote their personal and professional development.
  • Specialized in preventive maintenance and quality assurance.
  • Recognized by the Commanding Officer for delivering high performance, which resulted in increased responsibility over peers.
  • Completed multiple fire prevention safety training.
  • Performed unscheduled and scheduled maintenance on aircraft electrical, power generation and distribution, navigation, engine, flight control, fuel, lighting and environmental control systems.

Education

Aviation Mechanics - Aviation

Naval Air Technical Training Center
Pensacola, FL
1999

High School Diploma -

Booker T. Washington High School
Norfolk, VA
06-1998

Associate of Science - Business Administration Management

Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA

Skills

  • Maintaining equipment
  • Adding fluids
  • Lubricating components
  • Repairing propulsion machinery
  • Documentation skills
  • Effective team leader
  • Supply and logistics planning
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Attentive listening
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Effective time manager
  • Project management
  • Analytical
  • Strong attention to detail
  • HAZMAT handling
  • Top Secret security clearance
  • Valid Virginia driver's license
  • Extremely organized
  • Team leadership
  • Coordinating personnel
  • Analytical thinking
  • Excellent team-builder
  • Lawn Mowing
  • Tree pruning
  • Equipment Operation
  • Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
  • Property Maintenance
  • Power Equipment Operation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Safety awareness
  • Hand tool expertise

Timeline

Grounds Maintenance Worker

SSA Marine
06.2023 - Current

Landscaper

Whitts End Landscaping
03.2023 - 06.2024

Forklift Operator

Seaonus
05.2019 - 11.2022

Taxi Driver

Yellow Checker Cab
03.2015 - 09.2016

Crew Foreman

Utah Construction/BP Oil Spill Recovery
05.2010 - 09.2010

Outside Machinist

Northrop Grumman
04.2006 - 05.2008

General Mechanic

DynCorp International LLC
04.2003 - 07.2004

Aviation Mechanic

United States Navy
10.1998 - 10.2002

Aviation Mechanics - Aviation

Naval Air Technical Training Center

High School Diploma -

Booker T. Washington High School

Associate of Science - Business Administration Management

Tidewater Community College
Dexter Mayo