Jack Barthels

During the summer, I worked full-time maintaining a large soccer complex, ensuring the facility was in top condition for daily practices and games. My responsibilities included mowing and fertilizing the fields, painting boundary and goal lines, setting up goals for scheduled matches, and performing general upkeep around the complex. This role required attention to detail, time management, and a strong work ethic, as I often worked long hours outdoors to prepare the fields for evening games and events. Through this experience, I developed hands-on maintenance skills and learned the importance of teamwork, organization, and reliability in managing a high-traffic athletic facility.

During my summer job as a bartender at a golf course, I not only served drinks and managed the bar, but also helped run and organize golf outings. I coordinated event logistics, such as player registration, tee times, and scorekeeping, while ensuring guests had a great experience. The role strengthened my communication, organization, and multitasking skills as I balanced fast-paced bar service with event management responsibilities.