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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Jose Gonzalez

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Dedicated park maintenance specialist with nearly 10 years of experience in fast-paced environments. Known to be easy to work with, effective communication, adaptability, and attention to detail, contributing to improved park services and successful special events.

Pursuing a new opportunity in the playground area for myself and family, which i have been grateful to learn and be a part of these last few years.

Eager for a chance to be a part of many more park projects and improvements.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for friendly approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Park Maintanence - Special Events

Waukegan Park District
Waukegan, IL
07.2015 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and effectively in a team environment.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to improve parks daily.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waukegan High School
Waukegan, IL

Skills

  • Skit steer, backhoe, mower, Mini track steer, ventrac, chainsaw, dump truck and truck with trailer experience
  • Playground equipment installation and repairs
  • Construction related work for parks
  • Sports courts and fields maintenance experience
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking
  • Problem resolution

Accomplishments

  • Nominee for 30 under 30 nationwide award.
  • Chainsaw training top 5 score.
  • Previously Obtained pesticide license.
  • CPR trained.
  • Collaborated with parks staff in the important developments of Dugdale park, Grosche field, Park in the glen, Andy kocal field, Upton park, Carnegie museum, Bevier baseball field playground and disc golf course, Powell playground, Hinkston shelter, Graham park, ARC building and property and Victory park.
  • Installed new playground slides at western tot lot and climber, rose park small slide.

Certification

First aid/Aed/Cpr certified.

Forklift certified.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Park Maintanence - Special Events

Waukegan Park District
07.2015 - Current

High School Diploma -

Waukegan High School
Jose Gonzalez