John Van Camp

• Supervised 56 employees across four city recreation programs, overseeing daily operations at multiple Community Services Department sites. Managed field maintenance operations and supervised four maintenance crews at various sports facilities, including Stockton Soccer Complex and Louis Park Softball Complex. Ensured high standards of safety, efficiency, and facility quality while conducting staff training on field maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Coordinated City of Stockton Mobile Recreation Program, managing mobile recreation unit that travels to parks to deliver recreational activities, games, and community engagement opportunities. Supervised field rental staff monitoring sports complexes during events and processed neighborhood park and sports facility rental contracts. I coordinate and provide oversight to youth sports camps featuring flag football, basketball, volleyball, and youth golf programs, including program scheduling, staff coordination, and operations.
• Operated maintenance and utility equipment, including 3-wheel utility vehicles and ABI Z23 field maintenance machine for over three years. Performed maintenance and upkeep of sports facilities, including plumbing repairs and irrigation maintenance, ensuring high-quality recreational environments through strong leadership and attention to safety and maintenance standards.

Certifications

• Groundskeeper Certified through Beacon Athletics
• Field Maintenance Academy Certified through Play Safe
• CPR and First Aid Certified

• Dedicated and experienced Recreation Leader V / Park Laborer with a reputable record of leading maintenance crews and overseeing operations at multiple City of Stockton Community Services Department sites. Skilled in planning, coordinating, and executing daily operations while maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency, and quality. Experienced in groundskeeping, athletic field maintenance, facility operations, and team leadership. Over two years of experience operating maintenance and utility equipment, including 3-wheel utility vehicles, Gators with dump beds, and the ABI Z23 field maintenance machine. Regularly performed maintenance and upkeep of sports facilities and complexes, including plumbing repairs, carpentry work, irrigation maintenance, and sprinkler system repairs. Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, public service, and maintaining high-quality recreational environments.

Professional Experience:

Recreation Leader V / Park Laborer

City of Stockton Community Services Department

June 2023 - July 2025 Supervised and directed maintenance crews across multiple recreation sites. Performed daily maintenance repairs on facilities and equipment to ensure operational readiness. Managed monthly inventories across sites to ensure availability of necessary supplies and equipment. Maintained inventory by ordering and replacing equipment and products to ensure smooth operations. Effectively trained part-time crew members and regularly reviewed their performance for quality and efficiency. Ensured site safety by monitoring daily operations and identifying potential hazards. Developed and implemented daily maintenance plans for crew members. Provided constructive feedback to crew members to improve performance and productivity. Led daily meetings to assign tasks, communicate safety procedures, and ensure clear expectations. Submitted work orders and reported vegetation issues and safety hazards to supervisors for prompt resolution. Built and maintained positive working relationships with crew members and the general public.

• Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of shop facilities while managing assigned projects.
• Executed welding projects in workshop, contributing to production timelines.
• Conducted maintenance on diesel engines and related systems to ensure optimal performance.

• Cooked menu items.
• Operated cash register.
• Supervisor over sue chef, waitresses, and dish boys.
• Followed and maintained safety procedures.
• Trained new staff such as cooks, dishwashers etc.
• Maintained inventory and ordered products as needed.
• Maintained and repaired restaurant equipment.
• Performed general maintenance.