Kandra McGraw
Saranac Lake,NY
Summary
Experienced in manual labor, I bring a wealth of knowledge and skills to contribute to any type of work environment. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated successful task completion and efficient handling of physical demands. My commitment to delivering high-quality results is unwavering, and I am eager to expand my knowledge and skills to make a valuable impact in a new role. I strive to enhance my expertise and bring added value to any team with each experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Forest Ranger
NYS Department of Conservation
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Advanced professional development by attending relevant training and collaboration events aimed at enhancing skills needed in this field.
- Ensured public safety by patrolling designated areas regularly, addressing potential hazards promptly, and enforcing rules consistently throughout the wilderness area.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, resource usage, and incident reports for effective communication with the managing ranger.
- Conducted rigorous trail maintenance operations to preserve accessibility and ensure safe usage for visitors.
- Performed search and rescue, while leading a team, to find distressed/lost person and coordinated with local emergency response authorities.
Park Assistant
International Paper John Dillon Park
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Groundskeeping activities, including site preparation and cleanup, firewood cutting/splitting, weed trimming and mowing, trail maintenance, welcome center monitoring and upkeep, visitor communication, and shutting down the park at day's end
- Addressed visitor questions and concerns promptly and professionally, maintaining a high level of satisfaction.
Volunteer Laborer
The Duff Estate
05.2019 - Current
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Performed outdoor tasks such as groundskeeping, lawn maintenance, weed and shrub trimming, and road/trail upkeep
Volunteer Laborer
A. Scott McGraw Logging
01.2019 - Current
- Improved upon preexisting emergency response plans for logging sites, minimizing potential risks during unforeseen events.
- Handled bucking of trees and other log landing maintenance, including equipment upkeep and firewood orders
- Worked alongside logger to fell trees and skid logs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Parks & Conservation Management
Paul Smith's College
Paul Smiths, NY05-2025
Associate of Science - Forest Technology
Paul Smith's College
Paul Smiths, NY05-2025
Skills
- Trail maintenance
- Visitor engagement
- Forest inventory
- Team collaboration
- Resource management
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
Certification
- NYS Boating License
- Game of Logging - Levels 1 & 2
- First Aid Emergency Responding
- CPR-AED Adult/Child
- Wilderness First Aid
Timeline
Assistant Forest Ranger
NYS Department of Conservation
05.2024 - 08.2024
Park Assistant
International Paper John Dillon Park
05.2023 - 10.2023
Volunteer Laborer
The Duff Estate
05.2019 - Current
Volunteer Laborer
A. Scott McGraw Logging
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Parks & Conservation Management
Paul Smith's College
Associate of Science - Forest Technology
Paul Smith's College
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