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John Raines

Kennesaw,GA

Summary

Detail-oriented Grounds Maintenance Worker with a proven track record at Pinetree Country Club and Middle Georgia Seal Coating, enhancing property aesthetics and safety through skilled landscaping and maintenance. Excelled in equipment operation and customer service, demonstrating effective communication and a keen ability to learn and implement efficient work strategies. showcasing versatility in both hard and soft skills, with a commitment to excellence and innovation in property upkeep.



Advanced level fluency in conversational German and literature,

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Pinetree Country Club
03.2023 - Current
  • Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Enhanced landscape appearance by trimming trees, bushes, and hedges.
  • Assisted in seasonal preparation tasks, such as snow removal or planting new foliage.
  • Provided excellent customer service when interacting with visitors on-site while addressing concerns related to the property''s appearance or safety features promptly.
  • Reduced safety hazards through effective debris removal and sidewalk repair.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.

Labor Worker

Middle Georgia Seal Coating and Paving
04.2018 - 08.2022

Education

Bachelor Of Arts - German Language

Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA

Whitewater Highschool
Fayetteville, GA
05.2022

Skills

  • Property Maintenance
  • Structural repair
  • Maintenance Scheduling
  • Hand tool expertise
  • Equipment Operation
  • Supply Management
  • Effective Communication
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Detail Oriented
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Operating mowers and tractors
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Project Management
  • German Language Knowledge with basic conversational fluency and more
  • Job-site preparation and planning
  • Effective communication
  • Task-completion driven
  • Desire to learn; discovering more efficient ways to complete jobs faster
  • Early-riser in the morning

Additional Information

Participated in a joint project, translating American Civil Rights books into German for Kids in Germany. Co-author to the book and leader of section of research.


President and proud member of the international Fraternity Delta Chi


German Student Council member


Experience Abroad in Germany, attending a Sprachschule (language school) in Münster, Germany. While providing research over the German language and culture for Kennesaw State University


Captain of my Football Team in Highschool, also participated and played sports including (baseball, wrestling, and basketball)

Languages

German
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Pinetree Country Club
03.2023 - Current

Labor Worker

Middle Georgia Seal Coating and Paving
04.2018 - 08.2022

Bachelor Of Arts - German Language

Kennesaw State University

Whitewater Highschool
John Raines