Kenny Mason
De Kalb,MS
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lake Manager
Pat Harrison Waterway District
De Kalb, MS
07.2023 - Current
- Directed community outreach initiatives to promote environmental awareness and sustainable practices among local stakeholders.
- Coordinated water quality testing procedures, adhering to compliance standards and ensuring accurate data collection.
- Implemented habitat restoration projects, enhancing biodiversity and improving ecosystem health within managed waterways.
- Developed training programs for staff on environmental regulations, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
- Advocated for community involvement in conservation projects, strengthening partnerships that benefit local waterways.
- Executed maintenance schedules for waterway infrastructure, ensuring functionality and longevity of critical systems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Lake Manager
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
De Kalb, MS
04.2020 - 06.2023
- Implemented protocols for compliance with state wildlife regulations and environmental standards.
- Coordinated with local agencies to facilitate community engagement and educational programs about wildlife conservation.
- Managed budgets for operational expenses, ensuring effective use of resources in line with departmental goals.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for park maintenance and wildlife management projects to ensure readiness.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
Kitchen Manager
Weidmann's Restaurant
Meridian, MS
07.2016 - 04.2020
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance
- Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven and cleaned all equipment after every shift
- Helped general management develop prices based on inventory costs and portion sizes
Tinsmith
Simmons's Sheet Metal And Fabrication
Meridian, MS
01.2011 - 06.2016
- Developed standard operating procedures and document workflow for current and future process steps
- Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces
- Conducted regular inspections and troubleshoot building roofing systems for commercial and residential customers
- Safely used all tools and equipment to prevent worksite injuries
- Supported construction manager with materials, schedule, and cost information
- Coordinated with other craft employees to maximize project efficiency
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim, and fabricated replacement trim and moldings
- Repaired roofs and flooring and remodeled bathrooms and kitchens to complete numerous projects
- Worked under supervision to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge
- Filled plumbing fixtures and pipes with water or air to detect and locate leaks
- Performed preventive maintenance on plumbing systems to detect leaks and slow drains
Sales Associate Manager
Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc.
Fairhope, AL
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Informed customers of expected costs by providing written estimates for services prior to applications
- Delivered exemplary service to all customers, encouraging repeat business, positive feedback, and long-term loyalty
- Oversaw supply chain and supported tech transfer projects, batch release testing, change management and resolution of customer complaints
- Maintained store equipment, including computers, printers and fax machines
- Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation
Environmental Biology Intern
City Of Foley, AL
Foley, AL
05.2007 - 08.2007
- Improved quality processes for increased efficiency and effectiveness
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction
- Performed water quality analysis, testing, and verification
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations
- Adhered to applicable local, state and federal regulations governing land use and growth
- Kept institution financially sound by tracking expenses and maintaining detailed records
- Handled specimens and conducted tests according to established protocols, keeping efficient records on all experiments
- Investigated living and environmental conditions of insects, including the Alligator Weed Flea Beetle and determined solutions to habitat issues
- Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments
Crew Member
University Of Southern Mississippi Research Vessel
University of Southern Mississippi Research Lab, MS
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection
- Assisted in collecting and recording data at various field sites for later assessment and data analysis
Pharmacy Technician
Vandevender's Drug Store
De Kalb, MS
01.1999 - 12.2005
- Refilled medications, offered insight into over-the-counter products and verified insurance benefits
- Processed prescriptions and checked them against known patient allergies to ensure prompt and efficient care
- Ordered out of stock medications to ensure patients were taken care of accordingly
- Managed inventories, rotated stock, removed expired or damaged drug products and resolved discrepancies in drug counts
- Delivered quality care to customers through close collaboration with pharmacist
- Communicated extensively with patients to provide assistance, support and instructions
Grounds Crew Member
John C. Stennis Naval Air Station
Meridian, MS
05.1997 - 08.1998
- Maintained grounds including trimming, weeding and general clean-up
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, and trimming and edging around walks, walls and flower beds
- Enhanced visibility and improved shapes of trees and bushes with proper pruning
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health and keep facilities neat and well-groomed
- Provided upkeep to residential work sites, including hedge and shrub trimming
- Removed overgrowth, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance to keep equipment functional
- Followed planned landscaping designs to determine locations for sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicide's and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass to maintain soil fertility and defend against weeds and insects
- Reviewed plans and designs to ensure all grounds work was performed to specifications
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS7 2016
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MSAssociate of Science - Biology
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MSSkills
- Greenhouse experience
- Machinery upkeep
- Operational improvement
- Time management
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Operations management
- Problem-solving ability
- Organized nature
- Service-oriented mindset
- Data analysis
- Strategic planning
- Safe equipment use
- Knowledge of federal regulations
- State and regional laws
Certification
SafeServ certification: Food Handling
Timeline
Lake Manager
Pat Harrison Waterway District
07.2023 - Current
Lake Manager
Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks
04.2020 - 06.2023
Kitchen Manager
Weidmann's Restaurant
07.2016 - 04.2020
Tinsmith
Simmons's Sheet Metal And Fabrication
01.2011 - 06.2016
Sales Associate Manager
Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc.
01.2009 - 12.2011
Environmental Biology Intern
City Of Foley, AL
05.2007 - 08.2007
Pharmacy Technician
Vandevender's Drug Store
01.1999 - 12.2005
Grounds Crew Member
John C. Stennis Naval Air Station
05.1997 - 08.1998
Crew Member
University Of Southern Mississippi Research Vessel
Associate of Science - Biology
East Mississippi Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Meridian Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Southern Mississippi