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Dylan Thompson

Youngstown,NY

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in maintenance, construction, and leadership roles, primarily with The New York State Parks. Demonstrated expertise in welding and equipment maintenance (hard skills) alongside exceptional leadership and problem-solving abilities (soft skills). Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and team collaboration, contributing to significant project successes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

The New York State Parks
04.2017 - Current
  • Maintain grass, beach, and marina
  • Operation of lawn mowers, loading equipment such as Bobcat, Hydrostatic tractor, Manual tractor with brush hog/beach cleaner
  • Weed whacking, trail maintenance, maintenance on UTV’s, Lawn mowers, and vehicles
  • Experience hauling with truck/trailer
  • Experience with installation of utilities under supervision of trades specialists (Water/Electrical lines)
  • Basic Plumbing- Sloan valves, Faucets, Preventative maintenance, Boiler troubleshooting
  • Welding experience- Arch and MIG
  • Manager: David Giambra 716-628-7286

SPIF (Construction)

The New York State Parks
12.2018 - 04.2019
  • Construction of 24x16 Pole Barn
  • Construction of Pier/Boardwalk
  • Remodeling of camp office (4-Mile)
  • Experience with power/hand tools
  • This was a seasonal position within the parks over the winter instead of being laid off
  • Supervisor: Stephen Lee 716-343-3754

CSA

Autowash Carwash
12.2015 - 04.2017
  • Washed and Towel dried customers
  • Trained new employees
  • Manager Zach Moje- 716-341-6651

Fort Niagara

The New York State Parks
  • Snow Plowing
  • MIG Welding- Metalworking
  • Traffic Control
  • Training new seasonals on everyday equipment
  • Sawyer Crew- Storm Cleanup
  • Buffalo Harbor State Park
  • Supervise Seasonal Staff
  • Caterpillar Loader Operation
  • Procurement Card Purchasing
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Welding/ Fabrication Boat Docks
  • Winterizing/Plumbing Repair/Fish Cleaning Station
  • Playground Equipment Repair and Maintenance
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Niagara Falls State Park (Welcome Center)
  • Fiber Optic Installation
  • Trenching
  • Mounting Wi-Fi devices
  • Bucket truck operation
  • Cat 6 terminations
  • Assisting with plumbing repairs
  • Conduit installation
  • HVAC/Chiller Maintenance
  • Snow Removal

Outside Experience

  • Residential Framing
  • Electrical Wiring/ Breaker Panel/ Service Wire Installation
  • Siding
  • HVAC, Plumbing
  • Concrete pouring/ Finishing
  • Earth Grading
  • Horticulture experience
  • Residential Remodeling

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

SUNY Niagara
Sanborn, NY
05-2018

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Critical thinking
  • Initiative
  • Decision-making
  • Team collaboration
  • Risk assessment
  • Effective communication
  • Leadership
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Organizational skills

Affiliations

Niagara County Sheriff’s Explorers Post Captain

  • Over 250 hours of ride along experience with Niagara County Sheriff's Office, Lockport Police, and Middleport Police.
  • Recieved Academic Acheievement Award
  • State Liquor Authority Decoy in conjunction with NYSP and NCSO

Accomplishments

EMT- Emergency Medical Technician- Youngstown Volunteer Fire Company

  • 2024 Life Saving Award for a Cardiac Arrest Patient
  • Award for Most Calls taken in 2024

Certification

  • CPR AED
  • Tree Lift Operator Trainer
  • UTV Training
  • Game of Logging Training 1,2,3

Timeline

SPIF (Construction)

The New York State Parks
12.2018 - 04.2019

Maintenance Technician

The New York State Parks
04.2017 - Current

CSA

Autowash Carwash
12.2015 - 04.2017

Fort Niagara

The New York State Parks

Outside Experience

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

SUNY Niagara
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