JASON RAWSKI
Summary
Results-driven Operations and Utility Professional with nearly 20 years of progressive leadership experience spanning utility infrastructure, electrical field operations, project coordination, DOT compliance, operations management, logistics, and workforce leadership. Demonstrated success leading teams, executing high-priority infrastructure projects, managing multimillion-dollar operational responsibilities, and maintaining exceptional safety and quality standards. Recognized for strong leadership, operational efficiency, technical problem solving, regulatory compliance, customer relations, and delivering projects on schedule in demanding, high-performance environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lighting Technician
American Lighting & Signalization
Orlando
02.2025 - Current
- Lead high-efficiency LED conversion projects replacing high-pressure sodium lighting.
- Executed utility lighting maintenance and infrastructure improvement projects for Duke Energy, municipalities, and MBI contracts, enhancing service reliability.
- Install, repair, and troubleshoot overhead electrical distribution and secondary power systems.
- Restore electrical service while maintaining strict safety and regulatory compliance.
- Resolved on-site lighting equipment issues, ensuring uninterrupted functionality and adherence to operational standards.
- Install utility pole electrical outlets and municipal surveillance camera infrastructure.
- Operate 18,000-pound aerial bucket trucks while maintaining complete DOT compliance and vehicle documentation.
- Coordinate material procurement, inventory requirements, and project completion documentation.
- Consistently meet demanding production schedules while maintaining quality workmanship and zero-compromise safety standards.
- Ensured safe working conditions by collaborating with team members.
- Trained new staff on proper lighting installation techniques and safety protocols.
Catering Operations Manager (Contract)
John Deere Training Center
Orlando
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Directed all operational aspects of large-scale corporate catering supporting training facilities.
- Oversaw operational revenue, ensuring financial targets between $250,000 and $500,000 were met.
- Planned logistics, staffing, purchasing, inventory, menu development, and event execution.
- Supervised teams delivering events for 50–400+ guests while maintaining exceptional service standards.
- Managed vendor relationships, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, and cost controls.
- Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations and operational procedures.
- Supervised staff during high-volume catering functions to ensure smooth service.
- Finalized event details and catering requirements with clients, ensuring alignment with expectations.
Restaurant Manager
TooJay’s Deli
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Directed daily operations of a high-volume restaurant with responsibility for financial performance, staffing, customer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance.
- Recruited, trained, developed, coached, and evaluated employees.
- Managed labor budgets, inventory, purchasing, scheduling, and operational performance.
- Implemented procedures that improved efficiency, guest satisfaction, and employee accountability.
- Oversaw cash management, reporting, and daily business operations.
- Maintained compliance with health department regulations, OSHA awareness, and ServSafe standards.
Kitchen Manager
TooJay’s Deli
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Managed all back-of-house production for a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant.
- Directed food production, quality control, inventory management, and staff scheduling.
- Trained kitchen personnel on food preparation, sanitation, safety procedures, and operational standards.
- Managed purchasing, product rotation, waste reduction, and production planning.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety and sanitation regulations.
Meat & Seafood Manager
The Fresh Market
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Directed department operations for a specialty grocery retailer.
- Performed precision fabrication and merchandising of beef, pork, poultry, seafood, and specialty products.
- Managed inventory and procurement processes, implemented shrink reduction strategies, and optimized profitability for department success.
- Supervised department personnel, coordinated scheduling, managed performance, and facilitated training to enhance team capabilities.
- Operated commercial meat processing equipment while maintaining rigorous safety standards.
- Delivered exceptional customer service through custom cutting, provided tailored product recommendations, and fulfilled special orders to meet customer needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Lighting Systems
- LED Lighting Design
- Outdoor Lighting
- Lighting Maintenance
- Fixture Installation
- Overhead Lighting
- LED conversion
- Power Restoration
- Aerial Work
- Jobsite Safety
- Field Operations
- Project Management
- Crew Supervision
- Team Coordination
- Material Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Client Communication
- LED conversion
- Edit or add your own
Certification
- Valid Driver’s License
- DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate
- ServSafe Food Protection Certification
Leadership Highlights
- Nearly 20 years of progressive leadership experience
- Utility infrastructure and electrical field operations
- Heavy equipment and aerial lift operation
- Regulatory compliance and DOT documentation
- Safety-first operational leadership
- Budget and cost management
- Project execution and logistics coordination
- Procurement and inventory management
- Employee coaching, mentoring, and performance management
- Customer relationship management
- Operational process improvement
- Cross-functional team collaboration
Timeline
Lighting Technician
American Lighting & Signalization
02.2025 - Current
Catering Operations Manager (Contract)
John Deere Training Center
01.2020 - 01.2025
Restaurant Manager
TooJay’s Deli
01.2015 - 01.2020
Kitchen Manager
TooJay’s Deli
01.2011 - 01.2015
Meat & Seafood Manager
The Fresh Market
01.2006 - 01.2011