Jody Shaw
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Dedicated Public Works Maintenance Professional with hands-on experience in managing streets, parks, utilities, and facilities. Skilled in coordinating work orders, performing equipment inspections, and executing preventive repairs. Ensures compliance with city standards while promoting site safety and organization. Proven ability to guide crew activities and resolve issues to support efficient municipal operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Works Crew Leader
City of Sebring
Sebring, Florida
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw job sites to ensure compliance with city standards and safety practices, promoting a safe working environment.
- Assigned field tasks and guided crew activity across streets, parks, and utilities.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of crew members, by providing feedback and coaching.
- Coordinated work orders with supervisors and other city departments.
- Inspected equipment and vehicles for safe operation prior to work shifts to ensure crew safety.
- Inspected cleanliness, organization and safety of job sites after every shift.
- Supported City of Sebring crews with daily public works assignments.
- Reported maintenance issues and needed materials to city management.
Maintenance 3
City Of Sebring
Sebring, FL
07.2017 - 10.2024
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Executed machine and equipment replacement, repair, and maintenance according to work orders and specifications.
- Resolved maintenance issues independently, ensuring timely functionality with minimal supervision.
- Ensured restroom functionality through cleaning and repairing faucets, toilets, and related equipment.
- Sanitized restrooms using such chemicals as ammonia to reduce the spread of germs.
- Changed out light bulbs in indoor and outdoor fixtures to ensure proper illumination. in indoor and outdoor fixtures.
- Followed work orders and specifications for road maintenance, pot hole inspection and repair, sidewalk repair, removal, framing and finishing.
- Supported maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment, contributing to effective landscape management.
- Collected and disposed of outdoor debris to maintain a clean environment. and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds and tree trimming and removal
Grove Maintenance Worker
Crutchfield Groves
Sebring, FL
12.2016 - 07.2017
- Managed turf health through professional mowing and maintenance services with tractors, enhancing overall landscape appearance.
- Executed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
- Carefully maintained plant health through watering and proper fertilization to minimize losses and waste.
- Treated areas with pesticides to alleviate bugs and other pests and destroy weeds.
- Identified lawn or plant diseases to determine appropriate course of treatment.
- Combined chemicals and mixed fertilizers, carefully observing all manufacturer instructions, to create proper mixtures and maintain safety.
- Observed company safety guidelines and maintained tight timetables when applying chemicals, lifting heavy objects and operating equipment.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide a safe work environment.
- Conducted weekly inspections and performed minor repairs on vehicles and equipment to sustain functionality and extend lifespan.
Dietary Supervisor
Southern Lifestyles Assisted Living Facility
Lake Placid, FL
12.2015 - 11.2016
- Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for patient needs.
- Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service.
- Directed activities of a team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
- Monitored production for safety, standardized processes, and ensured appropriate portioning.
- Engaged with residents to assess satisfaction, quality, and personal preferences.
- Managed inventory and controlled food costs to align with budget.
Education
Palm Beach Lakes High School
West Palm Beach, FL05-1999
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Safety Awareness
- Equipment inspection
- Work order management
- Crew management
- Team leadership
- Crew coordination
- Facility maintenance
- Facility Upkeep
- Tool operation
- Inventory control
- Infrastructure Management
Personal Information
Driving License: CDL Class B
Certification
- FDOT certified storm water level 1, Managers Serve Safe certified, CDL Class B
- Storm Water Inspector
- Right of Way Spray License
Timeline
Public Works Crew Leader
City of Sebring
10.2024 - Current
Maintenance 3
City Of Sebring
07.2017 - 10.2024
Grove Maintenance Worker
Crutchfield Groves
12.2016 - 07.2017
Dietary Supervisor
Southern Lifestyles Assisted Living Facility
12.2015 - 11.2016
Palm Beach Lakes High School