Jeffrey McKenzie
Crawfordville
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Manager
New vitality Cleaning Solutions
Crawfordville
02.2024 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, repairing plumbing leaks, and fixing electrical issues
- Conducted regular inspections of building systems to identify and address potential maintenance needs
- Utilized hand and power tools to complete repairs and installations in a timely manner
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for maintenance work
- Responded promptly to maintenance requests from tenants or management, ensuring quick resolution of issues
- Documented all completed maintenance work and reported any outstanding issues to the appropriate personnel
- Assisted in the development of preventive maintenance schedules for various building systems and equipment
- Repaired or replaced damaged flooring materials such as tiles, carpets, or hardwood
- Executed painting projects including surface preparation, priming, painting, and finishing tasks
- Maintained cleanliness of common areas by conducting regular cleaning activities
- Participated in emergency response procedures during incidents like floods or power outages
- Performed thorough cleaning of residential properties, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors, and sanitizing surfaces
- Utilized various cleaning tools and equipment effectively to achieve optimal results while ensuring the safety of both self and clients' property
- Implemented eco-friendly cleaning practices by using environmentally friendly products whenever possible
- Performed routine maintenance and upkeep of grounds, including mowing lawns, trimming hedges, and planting flowers
- Operated various landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers to ensure a well-maintained appearance
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems to provide proper watering for plants and grass
- Maintained cleanliness of outdoor areas by removing debris and litter on a regular basis
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during tree removal or pruning activities
- Adhered to all safety regulations while operating equipment or handling hazardous materials
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing client inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally
Correctional Officer Sergeant
FDOC
Carrabelle
02.2017 - Current
- Supervise the staff and activities in a security detention facility which houses sentenced inmates
- Maintain facility security through regular inspections to insure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of inmates
- Insure that detention staff are fully trained and that proper conduct, actions and procedures are followed
- Review written reports prepared by Supervising Detention Officers
- Evaluate the work performance of detention facility staff
- Handle a variety of employee problems such as discipline, grievances and time off requests
- Supervise the screening and classifying of inmates
- Assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of programs to modify inmates' attitudes and behaviors, such as vocational and academic education
- Act as a liaison with medical staff for resolving inmate health care concerns
- Coordinate and act as a liaison with inmate self-help programs, such as alcohol and drug treatment programs
- Investigate a variety of inmate involved incidents, violations of policies, irregular or suspicious occurrences, and take or recommend inmate discipline as appropriate
- Confer with Lieutenant/Captain on the status of activities in the facility
- Assist in developing, organizing, directing and evaluating the effectiveness of a correctional program
SGT E-5
U.S. Army
multiple areas
01.2005 - 05.2025
- Trained in proper safety and use of harnesses for repel and close quarters extraction in tunnels and collapse buildings
- Worked in the distributions and inventory of petroleum products (Oil, Gasoline Diesel and other assorted products for vehicle maintenance) on a retail level
- Insured proper maintenance of vehicles used to distribute petroleum products( fuel tankers and class B and above load cargo vehicles
- Preformed hot and cold refuels on Apache helicopters while stationed at Camp Humphreys South Korea
- Currently working part time for the national guard one weekend a month and two weeks annual training each year, plus responding to natural disasters within the state of Florida
- Trained in basic reconnaissance operations and the reporting of enemy movements to commanding officers
- Expert in tactical and technical guidance
- Trained as a fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises
- Proficient with M4, M9, M2, MK19, and other US military arms
Warehouse Manager
Florida division of emergency management
Tallahassee
03.2020 - 02.2024
- Soul manager and operator of the Tallahassee warehouse, ensuring proper Dissemination of goods and equipment throughout the state of Florida in support of hurricanes, COVID-19 and other state emergencies
- Preforms routine logistical tasks for the optimal completion of Covid-19 and hurricane related missions in the state of Florida
- Ensured supplies equipment and personnel reached given destination in a timely manner with constant communication, both verbal and written
- Tracked available assets on excel spreadsheets that included daily, weekly and ongoing usage sheets, that allowed section leadership to accurately allocate supplies to test sites and hurricane affected areas across the state of Florida
- Involved heavily in the hurricane pre-planning portion of hurricane Sally to ensure all needed assets were on ground when Sally made landfall and personnel were in route
Temporary Employee Maintenance
Collier Companies
Tallahassee
08.2016 - 09.2016
- Performed repairs and upgrades that keep the interior and exterior of apartments in top condition
- Areas of interest included drywall (patching holes), plumbing (replacing faucets, repairing leaks installing appliances) and electrical (Changing lighting fixtures, fans, switches, fluorescent ballasts and appliance install)
Ground Crew
Miller's Tree Service
Tallahassee
04.2015 - 02.2016
- Safely operate chainsaw, and hand tools
- Utilize all appropriate personal protective equipment
- Utilize knowledge of compartmentalization & other concepts related to tree wounding/pruning
- Demonstrate and practice application of approved knots
- Assist with driving, backing, dumping and parking trucks
- Understand & demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of ground person position
- Understand dangers associated with electrical hazards
- Understand and adhere to all safety rules & policies
- Participate in all safety training sessions, improve job safety skills and strive to develop the potential for advancement
Owner Operator
Pats Odd Jobs
Crawfordville
01.2014 - 03.2015
- Owner and sole employee of Pats Odd Jobs
- Maintenance work for rental properties including mowing/weed eating, drywall repair and painting, window replacement, pressure washing, minor electrical repairs (Changing lighting fixtures, fans, switches, fluorescent ballasts and appliance install), minor plumbing repairs (replacing faucets, repairing leaks installing appliances), carpentry (tables, benches, gazebos, sheds, roof repair), and minor ac work (replacing motors or unit replacement)
Education
High school or equivalent - general
Waynesville High School
Waynesville, MOSkills
- Customer Service
- Military
- Landscape Maintenance
- Commercial Driving
- Tanker Experience
- Mowing
- Forklift
- Handyman
- Computer Skills
- Supervising Experience
- Tractor-Trailer
- Military Operations
- Leadership Experience
- Law Enforcement
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Military Experience
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Hotel Maintenance
- Apartment Maintenance
- Sales
- Facilities Maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Inventory Control
- Security
- Tree Care
- Lawn Care
- Quality Control
- Appliance Repair
Certification
- Class A CDL, 04/01/10, Present
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Military Service
United States Army, SGT
Timeline
Owner/Manager
New vitality Cleaning Solutions
02.2024 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Florida division of emergency management
03.2020 - 02.2024
Correctional Officer Sergeant
FDOC
02.2017 - Current
Temporary Employee Maintenance
Collier Companies
08.2016 - 09.2016
Ground Crew
Miller's Tree Service
04.2015 - 02.2016
Owner Operator
Pats Odd Jobs
01.2014 - 03.2015
SGT E-5
U.S. Army
01.2005 - 05.2025
High school or equivalent - general
Waynesville High School