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Jonathan Holst

Morris Plains,NJ

Summary

Driven professional with extensive experience in the Parsippany Parks and Forestry Department, adept in heavy equipment operation and showcasing exceptional teamwork. Achieved significant improvements in operational efficiency and safety. Skilled in equipment maintenance and snow removal, demonstrating a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Recreation Worker

Parsippany Parks and Forestry Department
04.2016 - Current

Tree work

  • Maintained a clean, organized work site, demonstrating professionalism and respect for the property owners throughout each jobs duration.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Limbed and pruned variety of tree species.
  • Reduced potential hazards by identifying and removing damaged or diseased limbs promptly.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with homeowners, addressing questions or concerns regarding the tree trimming process.
  • Maintained and operated chainsaws and chippers to reduce safety hazards and support productivity.
  • Performed routine cleaning and repairs, increasing longevity of tools and equipment.
  • Coordinated with team members about job site safety, and equipment requirements
  • Trained new employees on safety and operation of all used equipment.

Mechanic

  • Operated loaders, excavators, skid steer, and forklifts
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of fleet vehicles.
  • Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engines.

Landscaping

  • Operated lawn mowers and tractors
  • Managed inventory of materials efficiently to ensure availability when required.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from park pathways.
  • Trained new employees on equipment safely.
  • Lined ball fields and prepared parks for township events.

Seasonal Sanitation Worker

Parsippany Sanitation Department
05.2013 - 11.2014


  • Collected, and disposed of garbage and recycling from residential neighborhoods.
  • Operated and cleaned sanitation equipment.
  • Coordinated with team members in order to complete garbage and yard waste routes in a timely manner.

Education

Computer Aided Drafting

County College of Morris
Randolph Township, NJ

High School Diploma -

Parsippany High School
Parsippany, NJ
06.2013

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Class B CDL
  • Snow removal

Timeline

Recreation Worker

Parsippany Parks and Forestry Department
04.2016 - Current

Seasonal Sanitation Worker

Parsippany Sanitation Department
05.2013 - 11.2014

Computer Aided Drafting

County College of Morris

High School Diploma -

Parsippany High School
Jonathan Holst