Eric Nesmith
Astoria,NY
Summary
Skilled City Park Worker with background in park maintenance, environmental conservation, and community engagement. Known for strong work ethic, commitment to public safety, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Have demonstrated skills in landscaping techniques, equipment operation and repair, and effective communication with diverse groups. Made significant contributions to enhancing park cleanliness and beauty while fostering positive relationships within the community.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
City Park Worker
City Of New York Parks & Recreation
Brooklyn , NY
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in general maintenance work, including lawn mowing, edging, seeding, snow removal, cultivating, fertilizing, sod laying and hedge trimming, sweeping and raking of litter and emptying of receptacles
- Cleaned and maintained facilities including comfort stations Drove vehicles and operate certain other motorized equipment such as the Toro grass cutter.
- I can plow using the Toro or a truck with a plow on it. Performed safety checks on facilities and equipment. Completed other physical activities as required in the performance of assigned duties
- Maintained cleanliness of the park grounds, including picking up litter and debris.
City Park Worker
City Of New York Parks & Recreation
Brooklyn , NY
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided customer service to park visitors by answering questions and addressing complaints.
- Utilized hand tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, saws. to maintain trails and pathways within the park boundaries.
- Operated power equipment such as mowers and blowers to keep grassy areas trimmed and tidy.
- Controlled weeds around flower beds with chemical sprays or manual removal methods.
- Repaired benches, playgrounds, picnic tables, and other park structures as needed.
- Inspected equipment for proper working order and reported any malfunctions or damages to supervisor.
Groundskeeper
Prospect Park Alliance
Brooklyn , NY
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage of water away from buildings.
- Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis.
- Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.
- Inspected lawns for weeds, pests, or other signs of damage
- Maintain ball fields, soccer fields and basketball court. Maintain and clean up headquarter offices.
- Supervision of community service workers as well as assign work duties.
- Operate weed whacker, grass cutter, sandpro and push blower.
- Repair benches, coldpatch and tieback fencing.
- Perform messenger duty when needed.
- Perform inventory and restock of supply room.
Groundskeeper
New York City Housing Authority
Long Island City, NY
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Contributed to overall property aesthetics improvements resulting from dedicated attention towards daily maintenance tasks and detail-oriented approach to groundskeeping.
- Reduced equipment downtime via regular maintenance checks and timely repairs as needed.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining lawns, gardens, and walkways in pristine condition.
- Cultivated a positive work environment through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Supported construction projects by preparing grounds, removing debris, and assisting with site clean-up tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Park West High School
525 West 50 Street New York NY 1001906-2003
Skills
- Maintenance management
- Power tool operation
- Landscaping
- Snow removal
- Playground inspection
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 09/27/82
Timeline
City Park Worker
City Of New York Parks & Recreation
05.2024 - 12.2024
City Park Worker
City Of New York Parks & Recreation
05.2023 - 12.2023
Groundskeeper
Prospect Park Alliance
03.2019 - 04.2022
Groundskeeper
New York City Housing Authority
06.2018 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Park West High School