Jason May
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Driven by community, connection, and improving systems as a whole. Whether it be digging ditches for irrigation systems, rotating grazing patterns of lamb, or crafting a delicious cappuccino, my work ethic is defined by my keen attention to detail, while enjoying the journey along the way. Curiosity propels me and I am eager to contribute for the greater good while not compromising my values.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Permaculture Tech
Wild violet permaculture
Chattanooga, Tennessee
03.2025 - Current
- Work directly with the city to remove invasives, spread seed, and ensure city-owned parks are in good shape.
- Utilizing ecological knowledge to improve the functions of an outdoor area.
- Community engagement.
- Litter pickup.
Livestock/Agricultural apprentice
Farm Collaborative
Aspen, CO
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Feeding Livestock daily
- Rotating grazing patterns
- Ensuring overall efficiency through weekly upkeep tasks
- Direct seeding a variety of vegetables
- Plowing the soil in accordance with low plow methods used in regenerative agriculture
- Collaborating with other farmers in the valley
- Slaughtering livestock
- Site maintenance
Irrigation Technician
Coddington Irrigation
Chattanooga, TN
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Installing irrigation systems
- Problem shooting any faults in the system
- Providing excellent customer service
- Winterizing systems to ensure quality service in warmer months
- Testing backflows in accordance with laws in the state of Tennessee
Pizza Maker
Whole Foods Market
Chattanooga, TN
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Making pizza up to whole foods standard
- Preparing Pizza station every morning with fresh ingredients
- Ensuring customers are taken care of and are aware of ingredients
- Collaborating with co-workers on ingredients/display
- Maintaining a clean work space conducive for efficiency
Barista
Mean Mug
Chattanooga, TN
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Hand Crafting excellent drinks
- Responsible for training new employees on bar and overall functionality of the system
- Providing excellent customer service
- Collaborating with managers to ensure product is of quality and is enjoyed by the community
- Managing Cash register/ Fulfilled online Orders
- Won the sprodeo competition competing against coffee shops in the Chattanooga area
Barista
Oaks Coffee House
Chattanooga, TN
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Catering to the community through connection, food, and great coffee
- Trained new employees on bar
- Hosting an environment to ensure efficiency through the drive thru while making customers in house feel welcomed and prioritized
- Responsible for foods orders
- Curating new coffee recipes
- Curating new recipes for the kitchen to keep the menu rotating and exciting
- Working cash register for in house customers along with drive thru customers
Corps Member
Southeastern Conservation Corps
Chattanooga, TN
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Building/Maintaining trail system in Natchez trace
- Incorporating ecological knowledge to practical conservation practices
Instructor
Total Fitness Kickboxing
Chattanooga, TN
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Responsible for training classes up to 30 people
- Incorporating functional training methods
- Creating workouts/Meal plans
- Ensuring the gym is clean and ready for the next class
- Handling POS system
- Curating my own workouts
- Providing an upbeat environment where clients are motivated, Working hard, and having a good time
- Responsible for marketing and recruiting
Education
Environmental policy and planning -
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN05.2026
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Food service
- Restaurant experience
- Heavy Lifting
- Conservation
- Farming Experience
- Marketing
- Instructor
- Community engagement
- Calm under pressure
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Permaculture Tech
Wild violet permaculture
03.2025 - Current
Livestock/Agricultural apprentice
Farm Collaborative
05.2024 - 11.2024
Irrigation Technician
Coddington Irrigation
09.2023 - 05.2024
Pizza Maker
Whole Foods Market
08.2022 - 09.2023
Corps Member
Southeastern Conservation Corps
05.2022 - 08.2022
Barista
Mean Mug
03.2022 - 08.2023
Barista
Oaks Coffee House
08.2020 - 09.2022
Instructor
Total Fitness Kickboxing
01.2016 - 01.2019
Environmental policy and planning -
University of Tennessee Chattanooga
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