Drew Millis
College of Saint Benedict's
Savage,MN
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Language
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Certification
5
years of professional experience
Self-motivated Grounds Maintenance Specialist experienced in managing vendor relationships and adapting to evolving environments. Delivered operational efficiency and impactful results in facility upkeep through financial acumen and cost-effective procurement strategies. Focused on ensuring exceptional landscape maintenance and contributing to overall team success.
Work History
Grounds Maintenance
1 Year 1 Month- Managed vendor relationships for cost-effective procurement of supplies, equipment, and services essential for grounds maintenance.
- Achieved cost savings through diligent budget management while maintaining high-quality grounds maintenance services.
- Utilized sustainable practices in managing grounds maintenance tasks such as mulching leaves for natural fertilizer use.
- Operated trimmers and chainsaws for precise grounds maintenance tasks. for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and improve personal skills in grounds maintenance.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Enhanced overall landscape appearance by performing regular grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and pruning.
- Responded promptly to work orders related to grounds maintenance issues for minimal disruption to facility operations.
City of Burnsville Park Maintenance
1 Year 2 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
Volunteer
1 Year 1 Month- Organized community events to promote local initiatives and civic engagement.
- Assisted in coordinating volunteer efforts for various city programs and services.
- Collaborated with municipal staff to develop outreach materials and informational resources.
- Conducted surveys to gather resident feedback on municipal services and programs.
- Streamlined communication processes between volunteers and city departments, enhancing efficiency.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
High School Diploma
- Honor Roll [All of High School]
- Completed AP course in Physics
- Completed AP course in U.S. History
- Completed AP course in Biology
- Extracurricular Activities: Baseball
Skills
Grounds management
Lawn maintenance
Facility and grounds maintenance
Grounds maintenance
Financial analysis
Resource allocation
Expense tracking
Team collaboration
Inventory management
Vendor relations
Certification
- Drivers License
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Grounds Maintenance
College of Saint Benedict's
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
City of Burnsville Park Maintenance
City of Burnsville
06.2025 - 08.2026Read More
Volunteer
City Of Burnsville, Minnesota - Municipal Government
06.2021 - 07.2022Read More
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Bachelor of Science from Finance
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Academy of Holy Angels
High School Diploma
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